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 Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit t2t.org.
Community Event: This will be the 3rd year in Sheboygan, 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 (approximately 3.1 miles) to walk or run this event.
Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.
📦 Where can I pick up my packet?
Pickup Times: Packets can be picked up the morning of the run or the afternoon before (4pm-7pm) at the Town of Sheboygan Fire Department.
✍️ Can I register the day of the run?
Registration: Yes. Registration will open at 7am the morning 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?
Online Registration: Online registration will remain open until race day registration is closed.
T-Shirt: 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?
Display Bib: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
Course Policy: 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?
Front-Line Position: Yes, we ask that all fast runners and first responders (Fire, Police, EMS….) please line up at the front of the line.
🏆 Will there be awards for running?
Awards Focus: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
Experience: This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.
💧 Will water be available?
Water Stations: Yes, water stations will be available along the route.
Finish Line: There will be water available at the start/finish line.
🛒 What can you bring to the event?
Permitted 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.
💰 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.
Appreciation: Don't forget to thank them!
💸 Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?
Donation Window: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.
📩 How can my company/organization sponsor this event?
Sponsorship Inquiry: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to Sheboygan@t2t.org with your contact information.
🎁 I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?
Contact Us: You can contact us at Sheboygan@t2t.org.
Support: 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: Contact us at Sheboygan@t2t.org for assistance.
📬 Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation (check made payable to Tunnel to Towers Foundation)?
Mailing Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
Foundation Address: Tunnel to Towers Foundation, ATTN: Rori Englert- T2T Sheboygan 5K, 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 Sheboygan@t2t.org.
❌ Can I get a refund?
No Refund Policy: We do not provide refunds for the event.
🙌 How can I volunteer?
Volunteer Inquiry: It's simple! Email us at Sheboygan@t2t.org and we will reply within 24 hours.
💳 Do registrants get receipts?
Receipt Info: When you register online you should automatically receive a receipt.
🚑 Is there a medical staff available on-site?
Medical Services: Yes, there will be an Emergency Medical Service team available on site.
🎯 Does Tunnel to Towers offer fundraising incentives?
Incentives: Yes, we offer fundraising incentives each year: check out our latest in our Fundraising Guide.