My daughter Julia recently began working for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in Lexington, MA, so I thought it was very appropriate to sign up for this 5K road race, which takes place in Cotuit on Cape Cod on October 14, 2017. I thank you for considering a donation to this worthy cause, which is described in the note below, from the foundation:
We thank you for donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in the Name of Meghan McCormack. Meghan lived an extremely active life and enjoyed everything from walks on the beach to mountain biking to flying around the race track representing Cape Cod Healthcare at Seaside Le Mans. Meghan had a vibrant personality and cherished her family, friends and co-workers at Cape Cod Healthcare, where she worked happily for 15 years. Meghan never let Cystic Fibrosis define her. She continues to be an inspiration to all who knew her.
Miles for Meghan
October 14, 2017
A 5k Run/Walk
Starts and Finishes at the Lowell Ave, Cotuit at: 11:00 a.m.
Miles for Meghan celebrates the wonderful life of Meghan McCormack by raising money for (CF) research. We are proud to say that after just the second year, Miles for Meghan has raised over $50,000.00 for CF research. In the past year there have been some very exciting and successful new medical advances in the treatment of CF, and we're looking forward to continuing to support further research efforts. This year we have set a fundraising goal of $30,000.00 and we need support achieve it!
RUNNERS AND WALKERS WELCOME
Post race celebration and awards immediately following the event
Youth Runs Included.
6 and under 100 yards
7-12 ½ mile
Entry fee: $28.50 until October 13, 2016 and $30.00 October 14 and 15..
On-line registration closes at 5:00 p.m. October 13 th.
Youth 13 – 18 $15.00, 7-12 $10.00, 6 and under $0.00
Prizes for first place female and male overall, runners and walkers, and first through third in age groups.
Age groups –
13-20, 21-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80 plus.
Long Sleeve Wick Shirts for first 300 registrants 13 and over and the first 44 youth.
Register at: http://www.runreg.com/miles-for-meghan
A nonprofit, donor-supported organization, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for CF. The Foundation funds lifesaving research and works to provide access to quality, specialized care and effective treatments for people with CF.
Nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of Foundation support. Through its efforts, the life expectancy of a child with CF has doubled in the last 30 years, and research to find a cure is more promising than ever before.