Laurel Memorial Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ The Laurel Memorial Run/Walk

Celebrating people with Down syndrome & other developmental disabilities!

📅 Event Overview

The Laurel Memorial Run/Walk takes place the third weekend in July each year. This two-day event offers several ways to participate:

• Friday, July 18: Jamestown-to-Dunkirk relay run (free, but participants are encouraged to raise donations)
• Saturday, July 19: Events in Silver Creek, NY including 8K Run, 5K Run, 5K Awareness Walk, and more.
• Proceeds: Support services for people with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities at The Resource Center.
• Funds Received: Contributions support the Laurel Run Fund and the Dr. John Vona Smile Fund.

📌 Event Details

LAUREL MEMORIAL RUN/WALK EVENT DETAILS

🏁 Friday, July 18 - Relay Run

The first day features the Jamestown-to-Dunkirk Laurel Memorial Relay Run:

• 8:00 a.m.: Opening ceremonies at The Resource Center, Jamestown.
• 8:30 a.m.: Relay Run begins.
• 9:00 a.m.: Laurel's Legacy Lap – for anyone with a disability.
• 12:30-2:00: Victory celebration in Dunkirk.

🐾 Saturday, July 19 - Silver Creek

Events will take place in the village square:

• 7:00 a.m.: Participant check-in begins: Basket Raffle opens.
• 8:30 a.m.: 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 1K Walk begin.
• 9:00 a.m.: 8K Run begins.
• 10:30 a.m.: Awards Ceremony and Basket Raffle winners announced.

🏆 Prizes

• Cash Prizes: For the top three male and female finishers in the 8K Run.
• Medals: Awarded to top finishers in each age group for both 8K and 5K events.
• Team Awards: Based on combined times of the team's first four finishers.
• Participation: Everyone crossing the finish line will receive a medal made by individuals with disabilities.

🌐 Virtual Events

If you can't attend the actual events, you can sign up for a virtual run, walk, or other activity to support our cause.

📝 Registration Deadlines

Registration for the 8K Run, 5K Walk, and other events is as follows:

• Adults: $25: Children (17 and younger): $20.
• Combined Registration: $35 for adults: $30 for children.
• Online Registration: Closes at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, July 17.
• Registration Fees: Increase by $5 on Friday, July 18.

📖 Background

The Laurel Memorial Run/Walk was created by Wayne and Elaine Hotelling in honor of their oldest daughter, Laurel, who had Down syndrome. The event has been held annually since 1997, inspiring the community and supporting individuals with disabilities.

💖 Support Our Cause

If you’re unable to join us, please consider making a donation to support people with disabilities.

👥 Membership with The Resource Center

The Resource Center is a membership organization open to anyone age 18 or older. Membership levels include:

• Associate Member: Free membership option.
• Full Member: $10, receives a discount card.
• Lifetime Member: $100, also receives a discount card.

Click here to view membership benefits.