36th Annual Issaquah Run presented by Issaquah Rotary

Issaquah Rotary Presents the 36th Annual Issaquah Run

On Sunday, September 30, 2012, the Issaquah Rotary Foundation is again hosting the Issaquah Run for charity.  Everyone is invited to participate in the10K Run, 5K Run/Walk or the Kids Run.  Whether you run, walk or just want to stroll--get everyone involved and come out for a really fun event.  Event proceeds benefit the patients of the Swedish Care Institute and other charities supported by the Issaquah Rotary Foundation (501c3).

This year we are proud to partner with the Swedish Cancer Institute to help cancer patients with uncompensated care costs.  Every year cancer patients are not only fighting their disease but handling the stress of paying for their care.  While their treatment cost may be covered there are the uncompensated care costs that are not.  There are a multitude of stories of patients who have run into problems and costs just getting to their appointments.  This is just one example of what uncompensated care covers.

Registering for the Issaquah Run is easy.  We have numerous registration options including--online registration at IssaquahRun.com, by mail at Issaquah Rotary Foundation, P.O. Box 553, Issaquah, WA 98027 or at local retail stores including Sports Authority, FootZone, Super Jock ‘n Jill, Shoes-n-Feet, The Balanced Athlete, Everyday Athlete, Running Elements and Gold’s Gym.

On Race Day join us at 7:30AM near Sports Authority located at 1185 NW Gilman Blvd at the corner of Gilman Blvd and 12th Avenue NW.  Preregistered runners can pick up their packets Sports Authority on Saturday, September 29.  Participants not registered can register the day of the race beside the Sports Authority location.

At 8:45 the 10K run starts, at 9:00AM the 5K Run/Walk begins and at 10:30AM is the Kids Dash. 

For all attendees, there will be a post event celebration with awards to the top 3 men and 3 women who cross the finish line in the10K and top 3 men and women in the 5K.  Prizes include a gift certificate for a free pair of Adidas Running shoes (valued at $125 a piece) or deluxe hour massage (valued at $80). Kids receive certificates. 

We are proud to acknowledge that the 10K course is USA Track and Field certified. Both race courses (10 and 5K) are flat and wind through the beautiful town of Issaquah. Miles are clearly marked and water stations are available along the race course.   Unofficial results will be posted near the finish line.  Official results will be posted on both the event and Rotary websites as well as Facebook for those who want to share with their friends. 

The registration fee is $35 for runners in both the 10 and 5K. Kids Run ranges from $5 to $10.  For more details on registration specifics check out website at IssaquahRun.com

Sponsors of this year’s event include Peak Sports & Spine, Sports Authority, Rowley Properties, Arbor Schools, Barre3, and DCI Engineers.

The Issaquah Run is a benefit not only to the runners and walkers who get the exercise for their health but also the many recipients of your donations.  

Please join us in making this year’s Run event a big success!