Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Indianapolis, IN

🕊️ 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.
• Mission: 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!
• Inaugural Event: This will be the inaugural Tunnels to Towers event here in Indianapolis, and we are excited to bring our community together to honor first responders, our servicemen and servicewomen.
• More Info: For more information on the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit t2t.org.

🏃 How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (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 Time: Packet pickup will be available on event day starting at 7:15 am.
• Early Pickup: There will be no early packet pickup for this event.

🗓️ Can I register the day of the run?

• Registration Time: Yes. Registration will open at 7 am the morning of the run.
• Shirt Guarantee: 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?

• Closing Date: Online registration will remain open until May 4th, right before the start of the race.

🎟️ Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Display Requirement: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Enforcement: 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?

• Corral Placement: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minutes/mile will be encouraged to move to the front corral (arrive early).

🏆 Will there be awards for running?

• Awards: Yes. The top three finishers in each category (male, female, boys and girls) will receive medals alongside the top 3 first responders in gear.

💧 Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available at the start/finish line.

🛒 What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Advice: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle. All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk.

💵 Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• Fee Clarification: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

📋 Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Authorization: Yes, they can. They must present a copy of your registration receipt.

💌 Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Donation Timing: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

🤝 How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Contact Information: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to nationalrwcseries@:t2t.org with your contact information and 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 Us: You can contact us at nationalrwcseries@:t2t.org.
• Appreciation: 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 and you will be able to accept donations online.

✉️ Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Mailing Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Tunnel to Towers Foundation: Attn: Thomas Mazza - T2T Indianapolis 5K Run & Walk, 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 nationalrwcseries@:t2t.org and we will manually change it in our system.

❌ Can I get a refund?

• Refund Policy: We do not provide refunds for the event regardless if you cannot make the date or the foundation needs to cancel the event for extenuating circumstances.

👥 How can I volunteer?

• Volunteer Contact: It's simple! Email us at nationalrwcseries@:t2t.org and we will reply within 24 hours.

📜 Do registrants get receipts?

• Receipt Confirmation: When you register online you should automatically receive a receipt.

🚑 Is there medical staff available on-site?

• Medical Presence: Yes, there will be an Emergency Medical Service team available on site.