Superheroes for Seniors 5K/1K Run/Walk Event

Superheroes for Seniors 5K/1K Run/Walk Event Race Information

<h3 style="text-align:center"><b><span style="color:#e67e23">Be a Superhero! Lace-up and go the distance to help support S</span></b><b><span style="color:#e67e23">truggling Seniors and Elderly Veterans in our community!</span></b></h3> <h3 style="text-align:center"><br /><span style="color:#e67e23">Welcome to our 8th Annual Superhero 5K/1K at the Lilburn City Park</span></h3> <h5><span style="color:#e67e23"><b>Featuring:</b></span></h5> <p><b><span style="color:#311373">Superhero costume contest</span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">Goody bag</span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">Free t-shirt</span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">Giveaways</span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">Zumba special after race!!!   </span></b></p> <h5><span style="color:#e67e23"><b>Awards:</b></span></h5> <p><b><span style="color:#311373">•    Trophies for top overall male &amp; female finishers.  </span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">•    Medals for the top 3 finishers in the following age groups for male and female: 7-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70-99</span></b></p> <h5><b><span style="color:#e67e23">Race Day Times: </span></b></h5> <p><b><span style="color:#311373">Packet pick-up         7:00 am</span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">Zumba warmup        7:50 am</span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">5K run/walk              8:00 am            </span></b><br /><b><span style="color:#311373">1K run/walk              8:30 am </span></b></p> <p><b><span style="color:#311373">New Race! Veteran Mile - 9:00 am- 1 mile around the field in honor of our elderly veterans.</span></b></p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )">Finisher medals for all veterans who complete this race.</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <h5><b><span style="color:#e67e23">About Us</span></b></h5> <p>Mending The Gap Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a unique mission: Keeping seniors healthy, independent, and connected.</p> <p>Our vision is to provide personalized, one-on-one support struggling seniors including veterans, by making vital resources accessible and promoting long-term self-sufficiency. We do this through:</p> <ul><li>  Nutritious food, household essentials, personal care items and pet food delivery to atleast 700 seniors monthly</li><li>  Community engagement to reduce loneliness and isolation</li><li>  Technology education to help seniors thrive in a digital world</li><li>  Intergenerational connection, inspiring youth to uplift and support the elderly.</li><li>Assistance with with minor home repairs and home cleaning services</li></ul> <p>Our mission goes beyond meeting immediate needs. We aim to nurture long-term well-being, reduce social isolation, and foster meaningful relationships that empower seniors to age with dignity and purpose</p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )">To learn more about our services and also for sponsorship details, please visit our website at <a style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )" href="https://www.mending-the-gap.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.mending-the-gap.org </a></span></strong></p> <p>You may also contact us at 678-978-4963. We would be honored to have your support—and thrilled to partner with you in creating a healthier, more connected community.</p>