Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Preston, GA

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 Information: For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit www.t2t.org.
• Community Focus: This will be the 2nd Annual T2T Run & Walk in Preston, GA and we are excited to bring the community together 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 (3.2 miles) to walk or run this event.
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Location: Packet pickup will be at Centerpoint Schoolhouse.
• Time: On race day, November 15, 2025 starting at 9:15am.

Can I register the day of the run?

• Registration: Yes! Registration will be open until the start of the run.
• Shirt Availability: We may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.
• T-Shirt Deadline: The deadline to guarantee receiving an event t-shirt is October 10, 2025.

When does online registration close?

• Online Registration: Registration will be open until the start of the run.
• T-Shirt Deadline: The deadline to guarantee receiving an event t-shirt is October 10, 2025.

Is there parking available?

• Parking Location: Yes. You will be able to park at Centerpoint Schoolhouse.
• Designated Areas: Please use designated parking areas only. There will be parking attendants to direct you.
• Road Restrictions: DO NOT park on the road as it will interfere with our Route Safety Plan.
• Start Line Information: The Start Line is a different location than the Parking/Finish area.

What activities will be at the event?

• Main Activity: The main activity is the 5k Run & Walk.
• Kids’ Donut Dash: A 40-yard sprint for kids 12 and under. Each registrant will receive a free donut at the end of the sprint.
• Additional Participation: Kids must be registered in order to participate.
• Cornhole Tournament: For those who do not want to run or walk the 5K, you can sign up for the Cornhole Tournament!

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Visibility: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Course Rules: 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 an 8 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral.
• Arrival: Arrive early to ensure your position.

Will there be awards for running?

• Awards Format: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Running in Gear: Most of our awards are based on firefighters, police or military running in gear in the same fashion that Stephen Siller did on 9/11.
• Experience Focus: This event is intended to be an experience: much more than an ordinary 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 finish line along with snacks for participants only.

What can you bring to the event?

• Equipment: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted.
• Encouraged Gear: Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted and encouraged!
• Personal Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle.
• Liability Notice: Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Macedonia Baptist Church and Webster County will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

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

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Third-Party 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 Inquiries: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to prestonrun@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 Information: You can contact us at prestonrun@t2t.org.
• Support Goal: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

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

• Fundraising Capabilities: Yes! Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page.
• Donation Processing: You can accept donations online.

Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Mailing Details: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Address: Tunnel to Towers Foundation
  ATTN: Adam Santamaria
  2361 Hylan Blvd.
  Staten Island, NY 10306

Can I transfer my registration to another participant?