NPSWC March for Sickle Cell In Person and Virtual 5K Walk/Run Virtual 5K

The Neuse Pamlico Sound Women’s Coalition, Inc. (NPSWC), a 501 (c) 3 organization of professional women, is excited to announce the 7th annual 5K Walk/Run for Sickle Cell. This will be a hybrid walk/run consisting of an in-person and virtual 5k walk/run taking place March 11, 2023. The virtual participants must submit their timing information before March 11th. “Why Sickle Cell?” Simple. SCD is a devastating blood disease affecting millions worldwide.
Greater than 100,000 are here in America. Each year, in NC about 120 infants are born with sickle cell disease and 4,000 infants are born with sickle cell trait or related trait SCD affects more than 5,000 patients and families in North Carolina. The disease occurs in about 1 of every 365 African American births and about 1 out of every 16,300 Hispanic-American births. In addition, people with SCD have less access to comprehensive care than people with many other genetic disorders. That is why we plan to use the money in our local communities. Together we will assist with treatment, transportation and the expense of other daily challenges that come with battling Sickle Cell. Your involvement will help highlight the importance of a community working together to make a
positive difference in the lives of others. PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE MARCH FOR SICKLE CELL 5K WALK/RUN TODAY!

 Registration/Fees:

**$30.00 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL – AVAILABLE UNTIL MIDNIGHT, JANUARY 27, 2023
Beat the crowds! Register EARLY and receive the following benefits: $5 DISCOUNT for 5K Run/Walk and GUARANTEED T-Shirt (Register by January 27th, 2023). T-shirts will only be mailed to virtual participants, if requested. All others will receive theirs in person.

The race will start at 9:00 AM at Union Point Park New Bern NC

Military Discount
We are proud to support our military men and women by offering a discounted rate of $25.00 for all military members who register during early bird registration.
**Ages 10 & under can register for only $15!
**$35.00 Regular Registration entry fee after 1/27/2023

Early Packet Pickup will be from 3- 6:30 at Coastal Sole, 2122 Trent Blvd, New Bern NC on March 10th, 2023.

Awards:
Male and Females Winners will receive medals for 1st & 2nd places in the following age groups:

14& Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60–69 and 70+

Any questions please contact Sheila @ [email protected]

                       DOOR PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN AWAY!  Smart TV, Fitbit, Gift cards

                                        REGISTER TODAY TO BE ELIGIBLE TO WIN!!