Komen Southwest Florida Race for the Cure®
March 12, 2011 at 8 a.m.
Coconut Point Mall, Estero, FL
U.S. Hwy. 41 and Coconut Road - click here for directions
March 12, 2011 at 8 a.m.
Coconut Point Mall, Estero, FL
U.S. Hwy. 41 and Coconut Road - click here for directions
GENERAL INFORMATION
Q: When is the Race?A: Saturday, March 12, 2011. This event will occur rain or shine. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to the Komen Southwest Florida Race for the Cure.
Q: Where should I park on Race day?
A: Click here to view a parking map. Plan to arrive an hour prior to the Race Start to allow plenty of time to park. We ask that you also carpool with others. Parking is available throughout Coconut Point Mall on a first come, first served basis. Additional parking is available north of Sun Trust Bank off U.S. Hwy. 41 & Vandenberg Way (directly across from Coconut Point). A parking map will be available after Jan. 1. A special parking area will be reserved for registered breast cancer survivors. Starting at 9 p.m. on 3/11/10, Fashion Drive will be blocked for parking due to Race for the Cure festivities.
Q: What is the Race route?
A: Click here to view the 2011 Race route. The Race course is a 5K or about 3.1 miles. The 5K Race is sanctioned and certified by USAT&F, FL-10001EBM.
Q: When is the Race?A: Saturday, March 12, 2011. This event will occur rain or shine. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to the Komen Southwest Florida Race for the Cure.
Q: Where should I park on Race day?
A: Click here to view a parking map. Plan to arrive an hour prior to the Race Start to allow plenty of time to park. We ask that you also carpool with others. Parking is available throughout Coconut Point Mall on a first come, first served basis. Additional parking is available north of Sun Trust Bank off U.S. Hwy. 41 & Vandenberg Way (directly across from Coconut Point). A parking map will be available after Jan. 1. A special parking area will be reserved for registered breast cancer survivors. Starting at 9 p.m. on 3/11/10, Fashion Drive will be blocked for parking due to Race for the Cure festivities.
Q: What is the Race route?
A: Click here to view the 2011 Race route. The Race course is a 5K or about 3.1 miles. The 5K Race is sanctioned and certified by USAT&F, FL-10001EBM.
Q: Are strollers allowed at the Race?A: We strongly urge participants with strollers/baby joggers to join in the Non-Competitive 5K or the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk rather than the Competitive 5K. We ask those with strollers to line up towards the back so that the other participants can enter the course first. EVERY participant on the Race Course must be registered!
Q: Are pets, rollerblades, skateboards or bikes allowed at the Race?
A: For the safety of all participants, rollerblades and pets are discouraged from participating in this event. Thank you for your cooperation. Those with guide dogs, we ask that you please stay at the back of the crowd on the Non-Competitive 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Q: How much does it cost to register?A: Registration fees through Feb. 25, 5 p.m. EST:
Adult 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Walk - $32
Youth 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Walk - $10
Adult 5K Chip-timed Run - $35
Youth 5K Chip-timed Run - $15
Q: What are the deadlines to register?
Q: Are pets, rollerblades, skateboards or bikes allowed at the Race?
A: For the safety of all participants, rollerblades and pets are discouraged from participating in this event. Thank you for your cooperation. Those with guide dogs, we ask that you please stay at the back of the crowd on the Non-Competitive 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Q: How much does it cost to register?A: Registration fees through Feb. 25, 5 p.m. EST:
Adult 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Walk - $32
Youth 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Walk - $10
Adult 5K Chip-timed Run - $35
Youth 5K Chip-timed Run - $15
Q: What are the deadlines to register?
- Register between Oct. 1 - Feb. 25 (by 5 p.m.*), your packet will be mailed to you.
- Register between Feb. 25 (5 p.m.*) - March 3 (by 5 p.m.*), your packet will only be available at a
Packet Pick Up Site (see T-shirt Information below for locations) or on Race Day. - Register after March 3 (5 p.m.*) - March 10 (by 5 p.m.*), your packet will be available Race Day only.
*Eastern Standard Time
Q: Why do I need to log in prior to registering?A: By first logging into your Participant Center, the registration process will be a breeze for you! Also, any contacts and donation history will also be available from last year to help make setting up your Personal and/or Team Page easier! Click here for directions on how to make changes to your Participant Center.
Q: What portion of my registration fee is tax-deductible?
A: The IRS does not allow deductions when you receive items of value for the entry fee. However, all additional donations are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
Q: What does it mean if I register as a Chip-Timed Runner?A: By registering as a Chip-Timed Runner you will be participating in the Competitive Timed Event, which starts at 8 a.m. This year we will be using the ChronoTrack B-Tag with a Chip start and capture the “chip times”. All awards will be based on gun time, which is in accordance with USA Track and Field. Your bib must be clearly visible on the front of the torso, unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle), pinned in all four corners and not covered by jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.
Q: What portion of my registration fee is tax-deductible?
A: The IRS does not allow deductions when you receive items of value for the entry fee. However, all additional donations are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
Q: What does it mean if I register as a Chip-Timed Runner?A: By registering as a Chip-Timed Runner you will be participating in the Competitive Timed Event, which starts at 8 a.m. This year we will be using the ChronoTrack B-Tag with a Chip start and capture the “chip times”. All awards will be based on gun time, which is in accordance with USA Track and Field. Your bib must be clearly visible on the front of the torso, unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle), pinned in all four corners and not covered by jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.
Q: Can I register Race morning?A: Race Day registration fees will increase for all participants. On Race day, the Registration Tent opens at 6:30 a.m. The Registration and Chip Tents will be located behind Hollywood Theaters. If you want to register for the 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Walk go to the Registration Tent marked with red balloons. If you want to register for the 5K Chip-timed Run go to the Chip Tent marked with blue balloons.
Q: Are there Race awards for the Competitive Chip-Timed Runners?A: All competitive chip-timed runners must be registered as a 5K Chip-Timed Runner and wear the ChronoTrack B-Tag bib to be eligible for awards. The following places will be awarded Race day:Top three overall breast cancer survivorsTop three overall participants for males and femalesTop Master, Grand Master and Senior Grand Master for survivors, males and female
FUNDRAISING INFORMATION
Q: Where does my money go?A: We maintain the philosophy of “what is raised here stays here” with 75 percent of net proceeds being used for local programs, and 25 percent used to fund breast cancer research nationally. The Komen Southwest Florida Affiliate serves Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee Counties.
Q: Do I have to collect donations to participate in the Race?A: We do encourage all participants to fundraise above the entry fee. Just imagine the IMPACT - If every Race participant raises just $100 in addition to their registration fee, we would bring in an additional $1,000,000 to support local screening, treatment and educational programs in our community!
Q: Are there fundraising incentives/awards?
A: Yes! The Affiliate must receive all donations by March 9, 2011 to be eligible for fundraising incentives. Prizes will be available for pick up on Race day only at the Incentive Tent on Fashion Drive. Incentives will not be mailed.
Q: Are there Race awards for the Competitive Chip-Timed Runners?A: All competitive chip-timed runners must be registered as a 5K Chip-Timed Runner and wear the ChronoTrack B-Tag bib to be eligible for awards. The following places will be awarded Race day:Top three overall breast cancer survivorsTop three overall participants for males and femalesTop Master, Grand Master and Senior Grand Master for survivors, males and female
FUNDRAISING INFORMATION
Q: Where does my money go?A: We maintain the philosophy of “what is raised here stays here” with 75 percent of net proceeds being used for local programs, and 25 percent used to fund breast cancer research nationally. The Komen Southwest Florida Affiliate serves Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee Counties.
Q: Do I have to collect donations to participate in the Race?A: We do encourage all participants to fundraise above the entry fee. Just imagine the IMPACT - If every Race participant raises just $100 in addition to their registration fee, we would bring in an additional $1,000,000 to support local screening, treatment and educational programs in our community!
Q: Are there fundraising incentives/awards?
A: Yes! The Affiliate must receive all donations by March 9, 2011 to be eligible for fundraising incentives. Prizes will be available for pick up on Race day only at the Incentive Tent on Fashion Drive. Incentives will not be mailed.
- $100+: Komen ribbon car magnet
- $250 - $499: One Southwest Florida Ford Dealers oil change for any make/model/vehicle
- $500+: One Hollywood Theaters movie ticket, one Southwest Florida Ford Dealers oil change for any make/model/vehicle and a pink Komen ball cap.
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