Description

Join us on Saturday, October 14th for the Third Annual Martin County NAACP 5k/10k Run/Walk honoring Gloria McHardy. 
This course takes you through the historic East Stuart neighborhood. All registration fees will support the work of the Martin County NAACP, a branch of the nation's largest and oldest civil rights organization. This vital community organization works on a local level to carry out the mission of securing the political, educational, social, and economic equality and rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination.

What's included with your ticket?
Race Entry
Finisher Medal (limited to the first 100 registrants)
T-Shirt (This year, shirts will be pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month!) (limited to the first 100 registrants)
Breakfast and/or lunch provided by: Boys & Girls Club "Fork in the Road" Food Truck and youth culinary program. 


MORE TO DO THIS YEAR!
Bring the whole family out this year!
Enjoy kid activities at the "Fun Zone" - Face painting, interactive games, obstacle courses, crafts, bounce houses, music, lunch/breakfast and fun NAACP history!
PLUS -- The AmeriCorps fun-zone is a safe and easy option for on-site childcare during adult 5K/10K races (7:00 am)
REGISTER your kids for our first ever, FUN RUN! (Free entry!)
Kids ages 9 and under are eligible for a 440 yd. race OR brief photo op/sprint for the little ones, *must register for bib, medal, and entry.
*Registration opening soon, please check back shortly. 

2023 HONOREE: 
This year, our annual race is honoring Ms. Gloria McHardy, a caring educator, an accomplished pianist, a vigorous freedom fighter, and an active member of her congregation & community for 60+ years!

NEW 2023 PROGRAMS: 
A portion of proceeds from this event will support the inaugural effort for the NAACP of Martin County to particpate in the national ACT-SO Achievement Program! Each year, high school students across the country start a journey to sharpen their skills through the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO). From visual arts and business to performing and culinary arts, participants work with community-based volunteers for a year to develop projects and performances. The experience culminates in local and national events where students compete for scholarships and other rewards.
More info and to get involved: https://shorturl.at/cszCX

RACE DETAILS: 
The race will begin and end at the Russell Holloway, Jr. Track at Guy Davis Field at Stuart's 10th Street Recreational Center, located at 724 SE 10th Street. The race begins promptly at 7:00am. This will be a great run with friends and family for runners of all skill levels. There will be awesome medals for finishers, a souvenir race t-shirt, and age group awards. *While supplies last

PACKET PICK UP:
Packet Pick Up will be held Friday, October 13th from 12-6pm as well as on the day of the race from 6:00-6:30am sharp at the 10th Street Community Center. You will be able to register in person at Packet Pick Up on Friday, October 13 from 12-6pm at the 10th Street Community Center, or there will be last minute registration on race day morning.  Cash, check or credit card can be accepted. 

There will be small bags handed out at the finish line with nutrition, swag, and your finisher medal. *Limited supplies

HYDRATION INFO:
There will be two water stops along the course, one at the start/finish line and one at the midway point of course.
In accordance with the City of Stuart's single use plastic ban, you will find pre hydration. Please note that we will not be providing bottled water at the event. Reusable silicon cups for runners/ walkers to grab on their own, however we strongly encourage you to bring your own nutrition and hydration. *Please note: no bottled water will be handed out at the event. 

Any additional questions, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected]