NPSWC March for Sickle Cell In Person and Virtual 5K Run/Walk

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210 E Front Street, New Bern NC

Saturday, February 28th, 2026

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

The Neuse Pamlico Sound Women’s Coalition, Inc. (NPSWC), a 501 (c) 3 organization of professional women, is excited to announce the 10th annual 5K Run/Walk for Sickle Cell. This will be a hybrid run/walk consisting of an in-person and virtual 5k run/walk taking place March 14, 2026. The virtual participants must submit their timing information by end of the day on March 14th. “Why Sickle Cell?” Simple. SCD is a devastating blood disease affecting millions worldwide.

📊 Impact of Sickle Cell Disease

Statistics: Greater than 100,000 are here in America. Each year, in NC about 120 infants are born with sickle cell disease and 4,000 infants are born with sickle cell trait.
Patient Demographics: SCD affects more than 5,000 patients and families in North Carolina.
Birth Rates: The disease occurs in about 1 of every 365 African American births and about 1 out of every 16,300 Hispanic-American births.
Access to Care: People with SCD have less access to comprehensive care than people with many other genetic disorders.

📝 Registration Details

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE MARCH FOR SICKLE CELL 5K RUN/WALK TODAY!

Early Bird Special: $30.00 – AVAILABLE UNTIL MIDNIGHT, JANUARY 24, 2026. Beat the crowds!
Regular Registration: $35.00 - After 1/24/2026.
Special Rate: Ages 10 & under can register for only $15!
Military Discount: $25.00 for all military members using discount code "Military5off" by 1/24/2026.

📦 Early Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pickup will be from 3:00-6:30 at Coastal Sole, 4149 Dr. ML King, Jr. Blvd, New Bern NC on March 13th, 2026.

🏅 Awards

Male and Female Winners will receive medals for 1st & 2nd places in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60–69 and 70+.