Sunday 27th June 2010
Kindly Sponsored by:
Bon Secours Hospital Galway | NRG Health and Fitness .
We are delighted to provide you with some information about our 2010 Womens Mini Marathon Galway which is taking place along Salthill on Sunday 27th June. This will be the second year of the event, and already there is a lot of interest amongst ladies of all ages wishing to take part. We would greatly appreciate if you, your friends, family or colleagues would join us in what is going to be a great event. Please find attached a registration form and a printable poster should you wish to put up in your place of work/ local notice board. Some further details about the event are listed below.
About the Event:
The fundraising team at Galway Simon Community created the Womens Mini Marathon Galway to raise vital funds and awareness for women and children in our community that are experiencing homelessness. You may not know, but over 30% of Galway Simon’s service users are female. The fundraising team wanted to create a professionally organized mini marathon where every cent raised would go towards charity. We realized that people are finding it harder to find the time or money to get to Dublin to attend big running events. Galway is blessed to have beautiful scenery, a lively atmosphere and friendly people, and now it has the Women’s Mini Marathon to bring all of those elements together.
What to expect from the 2010 Womens Mini Marathon Galway:
Ø A 10km road race for women of all fitness levels. An event for Walkers, Joggers and Runners.
Ø A relaxed and friendly atmosphere without the congestion of larger events.
Ø Professional Chip Timing so that all participants know their exact finishing time when they cross the line.
Ø The race will be A.A.I Certified.
Ø T-shirts and Medals for all participants.
Ø Water Stations and refreshments on route and at the finish line.
Ø An opportunity to help a local charity to raise vital funds in these tough economic times.
Ø Check out our new website at www.womensminimarathongalway.ie
Run for Charity
Raising additional funds for a charity of your choice is optional and really worth considering. Many charities are struggling to stay afloat due to a decrease in government funding and corporate donations. Although this event is organized and run by Galway Simon Community, you are able to raise sponsorship money for the charity that is closest to your heart.
Run for Galway Simon and receive free entry!
If you choose Galway Simon as your nominated Charity and you manage to raise €150 through sponsorship, we will refund you your registration fee. Simply register for the event as normal, contact Galway Simon for a sponsorship pack, and if you manage to raise over €150, then you will receive your initial registration fee of €25 back. Your sponsorship money will help Galway Simon provide care, accommodation and supportive services to women and children who rely on us on a daily basis.
Spread the Word
We would really appreciate your help with one more thing - because we are only in our second year, we would love if you could spread the word of the event - let family, friends and colleagues know about it. This 10km event mini marathon is targeted at runners, joggers and walkers, so irrespective of their level of fitness, they can take part too.
Thank you
Kind regards,
Barry
Barry McCann
Community Fundraiser / Organiser of Womens Mini Marathon Galway