SIG X Global Surgery Foundation 5K Fundraiser

🏃‍♂️ SIG X Global Surgery Foundation 5K Fundraiser

Date: April 27, 2025

Location: 180 McCormick Rd, Charlottesville, VA

For more information, visit: SIG X Global Surgery Foundation 5K Fundraiser

🌍 About the Global Surgery Foundation

• Mission: The Global Surgery Foundation is a nonprofit committed to improving access to surgical care worldwide through global partnerships, innovative financing, and local empowerment.
• Impact: In 2023, the Global Surgery Foundation expanded access to surgical care for 4.3 million individuals.
• Patient Care: The Foundation directly served 10,700 patients across low- and middle-income countries.
• Healthcare Training: They trained 3,900 healthcare workers, strengthening health systems in vulnerable communities.

🏅 Race Purpose

• Annual Event: Inspired by the foundation's mission, we are proud to launch this annual 5K.
• Support: The race aims to support the Global Surgery Foundation and its lifesaving work.
• Accessibility: We hope to contribute to a world where safe, timely, and essential surgical care is accessible to all.
• Community Involvement: Join us in making a difference in the lives of those who need surgical care.