13th Annual Runnin’ for the House 5K & Family Fun Walk
What: Runnin’ for the House certified 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Fun Walk
Presented by McDonald’s of Greater Las Vegas, this Run features a certified 5k course, a past family sharing their story, McDonald’s pancake breakfast, booth expo, children’s activities, striped socks to wear, and a great raffle. Meet and greets with Carrot Top, as well as House and Care Mobile tours, will be available.
When: Saturday, April 29, 2017 7 am Registration | 8 am Race
Where: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas 2323 Potosi Street, Las Vegas, NV 89146
Cost: Adults – $30; Children (5-17 years) – $20; Teams of 10 or more – $20 per registrant All – $40 on race day | All participants receive red & white striped socks to wear at Run
Las Vegas, NV, April 18, 2017– Exercising and raising money for a wonderful cause has never been more fun! Join us at our Run to hear a family speak about how the Ronald McDonald House has impacted their life, warm up for the run/walk with Ronald McDonald, and actually run with Carrot Top himself! There are activities for the entire family to enjoy including the kids’ activity zone, plus a free McDonald’s pancake breakfast. Steph Mackenzie of 97.1 The Point will entertain the crowd throughout the morning leading up to the awards for each age division ranging from 5-70+ for our competitive timed runners.
“I can’t think of a more rewarding way to start your day,” said Alyson McCarthy, Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Las Vegas. “It’s going to be a beautiful Spring morning, so why not bring the whole family out for some fresh air and fun to help our families at the Ronald McDonald House®.”
Runnin’ for the House 2017 is presented by McDonald’s of Greater Las Vegas. Silver Medal Sponsors include Lexus of Las Vegas, NV Energy, and Southwest Medical Part of Optum Care. Our Media Sponsor is 97.1 The Point, while Expert Global Solutions, Iron Mountain, and The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank are the Team Spirit Sponsors. The School Spirit Sponsor is McDonald’s Rocky Mountain Region. Thank you sponsors!
About Ronald McDonald House Charities®: Believing that every child deserves a safe and supportive place to grow, Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) of Greater Las Vegas creates and supports programs that directly improve the health, education and well-being of children in our community. We fulfill our mission by providing a home-away-from-home at the Ronald McDonald House® for families who travel to Las Vegas to receive critical medical treatment for their children, and manage programs that service the immediate needs of children and families in our community. For more information on RMHC® of Greater Las Vegas, visit www.rmhlv.org.
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If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Ashley Fawcett at (702) 252-4663 x*2257 or email at ashley@rmhlv.org.