Team Mary: 5k Run/Walk for Autism

Event Overview

Team Mary invites you to join us on Sunday, September 20th, for our annual 5K race through the beautiful Gem Beach neighborhood!

About Mary

• Mary Lucas: A seventeen year-old girl with autism, but her disability far from defines her.
• Inspiration: She inspires us to work toward enriching the lives of children with similar adversities.
• Special Abilities: Those close to Mary know a very special girl with an uncanny ability to spread smiles around a room.

Beneficiaries

• Proceeds: Go to help children with special needs and their families through the summer camp program at ARC of Ottawa County.
• Importance: This camp is a vital resource to families as it offers continued enrichment for its participants and a summer care option for caregivers.
• Past Donations: Team Mary has donated funds to other causes such as the all-inclusive playground at Lakeview Park and a prom party for kids and adults with special needs.
• Ongoing Mission: Team Mary will continue to find organizations and events that help both special needs kids and their families!

Race Details

• Start Location: The race will begin at the park area by Gem Beach.
• Course: Wind through the subdivision and end back at Gem Beach on Lake Erie for refreshments and an award ceremony!
• Registration: Pre-register by September 13th for a free race shirt.
• Entry Fee: Reduced entry fee of $25 if you register by the deadline.

Additional Information

For more details, please visit our race page at Team Mary: 5k Run/Walk for Autism.