Cerebral Palsy Family Run/Walk 5k

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

Join us for the Third Annual 5K to Raise Awareness for Cerebral Palsy, a day dedicated to strength, unity, and community support for individuals living with CP. Together, we walk, run, and roll for our warriors.

📊 About Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture.

• Prevalence: Approximately 1 in 345 children in the United States have CP.
• Global Impact: More than 17 million people are living with CP worldwide.
• Condition Details: It is a lifelong, non-progressive neurological condition, and no two cases are the same.

🌟 In Honor of Julianna Rose

This yearly event is proudly dedicated to Julianna Rose, a fearless and resilient little girl who suffered two brain hemorrhages in utero at 19 and 25 weeks due to a rare blood condition known as Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia (NAIT). Despite the odds, Julianna continues to inspire those around her with her courage and determination.

📅 Event Details

• Location: Belmont State Park, Babylon, NY
• Race Day: October 18th
• Registration Closes: October 15th

🚶‍♂️ Participation Information

All are welcome to walk or run alongside Julianna, who will be proudly participating in her wheelchair. Enjoy a scenic route through the beautiful trails of Belmont Lake State Park.

• Children: Children under 15 participate for free and do not need to register.
• Pets: Pets are welcome (leashes required as per park policy).

💪 Join Us

Let’s come together to raise awareness, build community, and celebrate the strength of those living with cerebral palsy—like Julianna and so many others.

Note: All participants who registered before October 11th will receive a T-shirt at check-in.

For more information and to register, visit Cerebral Palsy Family Run/Walk 5k.