Runners and walkers alike are invited to participate in the sixth annual 5K Run for Peace benefiting the Betty Griffin Center on Saturday, April 13 at the St. Augustine Pier.
The Betty Griffin Center is a nonprofit agency that provides free emergency shelter and other support services for residents experiencing domestic or sexual abuse in St. Johns County. The race begins at 8 a.m.
“Nearly 600 people took part in the event last year, and we’re hoping that even more runners and walkers will take part in the 5K this year,” said Joyce Mahr, Betty Griffin Center CEO. “The run has become one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, offering residents a family-friendly and fun way to support our work to help survivors of domestic and sexual assault in our community.”
Runners can sign up for the event at http://runforpeace5k.org/, or through the events section at www.bettygriffincenter.org. Adult registration costs $25 through Feb. 28 — increasing to $30 after that date.
People can also participate as virtual runners, and those who can’t participate but would still like to donate to the Betty Griffin Center can do so through the website.
Current “Peace Level Event” sponsors include Beaver Toyota and Jaguars Foundation. Sponsorships are still available by contacting Nicole Pece at nicolep@bettygriffincenter.org or by calling (904) 808-8544, extension 208.
For more information, visit www.bettygriffincenter.org.
