The Waterfront Foundation is excited to announce its inaugural 5K fundraiser, the Waterfront 5K Run & Walk, taking place on Saturday, August 8th at Wright Park in Dunkirk. This event is designed to bring the entire community together, regardless of ability, by creating opportunities for wellness, connection, and a healthier future for everyone.
The 5K race will be run on the existing Marauder Trotter 5K course beginning in Wright Park. The course continues on the walkway next to Lake Erie, past the pier, loops around Memorial Park, and follows the walkway back to the Wright Park finish line. The Chautauqua Striders Runner of the Year program participants get a 10% discount; however, this race does not give ROTY points at this time. The walk in support of the Waterfront Foundation will kick off at the same time and follow the same path. Sign-in and final registration for the 5K will begin at 8:00 AM, with the official race beginning at 9:00 AM. Cost to register is $25.00, plus $2.75 in fees.
There will be a live DJ and a basket raffle as part of the festivities.
There will also be a baby crawl race called "Little Watermelons." During the registration window from 8:30-9:00 AM, families can cheer on the community's tiniest competitors. Official registration for the crawl will be available on the event website. There will be not accommodations for same-day signups for the baby crawl. Cost for registration is $5.00, plus $2.75 in fees.
The Chautauqua County Humane Society and other pet-adoption facilities from around the area will be attending with adoptable pets. Additionally, furry friends are welcome to join the fun. Pets may participate in the walk/run as long as they follow all Wright Park rules and guidelines as set by the City of Dunkirk.
Proceeds from the fundraiser will directly support the Waterfront Foundation's ongoing mission to foster community health and wellness. The 501(c)(3) organization accomplishes this by supporting community health through charity funds that focus on patient support, dental professionals, and nursing students. TWF also provides administrative services to the Chautauqua Center, a regional Federally Qualified Health Center located at 75 East 3rd Street in Dunkirk.
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