Headed for Hope 5K 2025

Headed for Hope 5K 2025 Race Information

<p><span style="font-size:12pt">Carolina NeuroSurgery &amp; Spine Associates Presents the</span></p> <h2><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 40 , 104 )"><strong>HEADED FOR HOPE 5K Run/Walk</strong></span></h2> <h3><span style="color:rgb( 174 , 55 , 94 )">Making moves for Brain Tumor Research, Awareness, and Education One Step at a Time!</span></h3> <h4><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 40 , 104 )"><em>Will you join us?</em></span></h4> <p> </p> <h3><span style="color:rgb( 174 , 55 , 94 )"><strong>KEY RACE DAY DETAILS</strong></span><span style="font-size:14pt"></span></h3> <ul><li><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Race Day:</strong> Saturday, September 13th, 2025</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14pt">5K start time &#64; 9:00 AM</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14pt">Brady the Brain&#39;s Kids Dash - 10:00 AM</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14pt"><a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HeadedforHope/Page-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a> for the full detail of our day of schedule!</span></li></ul> <p><span style="font-size:14pt">The race will begin and finish at <a href="https://www.cnsa.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Carolina NeuroSurgery &amp; Spine Associates&#39; Charlotte Office</a> on Baldwin Avenue, located in the heart of Midtown. Participants will run along a scenic course through one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of the Queen City.</span></p> <p> </p> <h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 174 , 55 , 94 )">WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU REGISTER</span></strong></h3> <ul><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Race t-shirt</strong> and participant <strong>finisher medal</strong> <em>(while supplies last)</em></span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt">A timed 5K competitive racing course</span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt">Top 3 male and female <strong>awards</strong> (overall and age group) &#43; special award categories. Check out our <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HeadedforHope/Page/Awards" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">awards page</a> for all the details!</span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt">Brady the Brain <strong>Kids Dash option</strong></span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Post-race party</strong> with kid zone, games, music, and activities</span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt">On-site <strong>food trucks</strong></span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Post-race beer</strong> garden fun (21&#43;) from <a href="https://www.lostworldsbeer.com/brewery" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Lost World Brewing</a></span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt">Inspirational stories featuring our Headed for Hope patient champions</span></li><li style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-size:14pt">Sponsor booth vendor fair to support awareness and education</span></li></ul> <h4><span style="font-size:24pt;color:rgb( 0 , 40 , 104 )"><a style="color:rgb( 0 , 40 , 104 )" href="https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NC/Charlotte/HeadedforHope" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!</strong></a></span></h4> <p> </p> <h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 174 , 55 , 94 )">WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS</span></strong></h3> <p><span style="font-size:14pt">We are delighted to announce our role as hosts for the third annual Headed for Hope 5K, dedicated to raising funds for brain tumor research, awareness, and patient support. This initiative aims to support the <a href="https://www.cnsafoundation.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Carolina NeuroSurgery &amp; Spine Education &amp; Research Foundation</a>, a 501(c)3 organization committed to advancing scientific research in the battle against brain tumors. Additionally, the foundation extends its philanthropic outreach to support patients of Carolina NeuroSurgery &amp; Spine Associates and the broader community affected by brain tumors. Through this event, we invite our community to join hands with us, offering local engagement and sponsorship opportunities as we spearhead efforts to combat brain tumors.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14pt"><a href="https://www.cnsa.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Carolina NeuroSurgery &amp; Spine Associates</a>, one of the nation&#39;s largest and most highly respected neurosurgical private practices, has been committed throughout its long history to advancing the science and delivery of advanced brain and spine care.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14pt">Our team is constantly aware of the significant toll brain tumors often take on our patients and their families. We consider that reality as we care for pediatric and adult neurosurgical patients. Our patients&#39; strength and resiliency inspire and fuel our determination to provide them with cutting-edge care and access to the latest techniques and treatments they deserve.</span></p>