Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Donnellson, IA

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.
• Event Significance: 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.
• Foundation Information: For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit t2t.org.
• Community Event: This will be the 5th year in Donnellson and we are excited to once again 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 (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event.
• Open to Everyone: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Announcement: Packet Pick up details will be announced.

Can I register the day of the run?

• Day-of Registration: Yes. Registration will be open until the start of the run.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait to register we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

When does online registration close?

• Registration Timeline: Registration will be open until the start of the run.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Bib Requirement: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Course Enforcement: 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?

• Seeding: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral.
• Arrival: Arrive early.

Will there be awards for running?

• Awards: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Special Awards: Most of our awards are based on firefighters, police or military running in gear in the same fashion that Firefighter Stephen Siller did on 9/11.
• Event Nature: This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.
• Timing: The event is currently not timed. This may change as plans develop and sponsors sign up.

Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• Additional Water: There will be water available at the square.

What can you bring to the event?

• Permitted Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Valuables: 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.

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?

• Contact Information: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to donnellson@: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 Us: You can contact us at donnellson@:t2t.org.
• Cost Management: We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
• Appreciation: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

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

• Fundraising: Yes! Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page.
• Donation Support: We can help you with that. Contact us at donnellson@:t2t.org.
• Mail Donations: You can send donations directly to ATTN: Adam Santamaria - 2361 Hylan Boulevard., Staten Island, NY 10306.
• Information Sharing: Please give us your information so we can add it to your fundraising page.

Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Mailing Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Organization: Tunnel to Towers Foundation
• Attention: ATTN: Donnellson 5K
• Location: 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306

Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

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

Can I get a refund?

• Refund Policy: We do not provide refunds. Registration may be transferred to another person.

How can I volunteer?

• Easy Process: It's simple! Email us at donnellson@:t2t.org and we will reply within 24 hours.
• Volunteer Needs: Volunteers are always needed for the day of festivities.
• Thank You: Thank you!

Do registrants get receipts?

• Receipt Process: When you register online you should automatically receive a receipt.
• Payment Types: If paying by credit card or check that is your receipt. If paying in cash, receipt upon request.</