Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Hope Mills, NC

What is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Purpose: The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers.
• Honoring Heroes: Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty!
• More Info: For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit t2t.org.

This will be the first year for Tunnel to Towers to host an event in Hope Mills, NC. We are very excited to bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers programs.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (approximately 3.1 miles) to walk or run event.
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Date: Friday May 22, 2026, from 4pm to 8pm or Saturday May 23, 2026, starting at 7:00am.
• Friday Location: Stoney Point Fire Department (Station 13), 7221 Stoney Point Road, Fayetteville, NC 28306.
• Saturday Location: Near the start line of the 5K at 3631-3673 Golfview Road, Hope Mills, NC 28348.
• Shirt Sizes: Please note that shirt sizes are not guaranteed. Shirts are first come, first served.

Can I register the day of the run?

• Registration Time: Yes. Registration will open at 7:15 AM the morning of the run.
• T-shirts: T-shirts are limited, so it is a possibility you will not receive a t-shirt either with same day registrations.

When does online registration close?

• Closing Time: Online registration will remain open until race day registration is closed.
• T-shirt Availability: If you register after packet pick-up, you may not receive your t-shirt and any other race day swag.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Requirement: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Running Without Bib: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

I am a fast runner. Can I get a front-line position?

• Fast Runners: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile should go to the front corral.

Will there be awards for running?

• Award Criteria: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Award Categories: We hope to have awards for men, women, and different age groups.
• Experience: This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run. Each participant will receive a finisher medal.

Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• Start/Finish Line: There will be water available at the Start/Finish Line.

What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Personal Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle. All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk.
• Liability: Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

Is this event pet friendly?

• Pet Policy: Yes, you may bring your pet as long as it is leashed at all times.

Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• Fundraising: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Packet Pickup: Yes, they can. They must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Donation Timeline: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Sponsorship Info: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to hopemillsrun@t2t.org with your contact information.
• Response Time: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?

• Contact Info: You can contact us at hopemillsrun@t2t.org.
• Mission: We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in Stephen Siller's name.
• Appreciation: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• Fundraising Page: Yes! Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page.
• Donations: You will be able to accept donations online.
• Offline Donations: Contact us at hopemillsrun@t2t.org and we can help you.

Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Mail Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Tunnel to Towers Foundation: ATTN: Colleen Grace - Hope Mills, NC, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306.

Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

• Transfer Process: Yes. See information above OR contact us at hopemillsrun@t2t.org and we will manually change it in our system.

Can I get a refund?

• Refund Policy: We do not provide refunds for the event regardless if you cannot make the date or the foundation needs to cancel the event for extenuating circumstances.
• Transfer Option: Registration may be transferred to another person.

How can I volunteer?