Unite to Run

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

Unite to Run is a 5K fundraiser supporting Unite for Health, a non-profit organization committed to reducing maternal and child mortality in underserved rural areas of Africa. It functions as a timed race for elite runners, and a peaceful route for morning walkers, to highlight the importance of community and making a difference.

Proceeds from the event will help provide Mama Kits, bundles filled with essential supplies for hospital labor, to pregnant women in need throughout Cameroon.

• Proceeds: Help provide essential supplies
• Open to: Both runners and walkers
• Timing: Race is chip-timed

🕗 Race Start Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM at Al Lopez Park.

- Al Lopez Field, 4810 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 33614 -

📝 Registration Details

Online registration is available through the Tuesday prior to race day. The online system will close and will reopen for onsite registration on race day. Pre-registration is greatly encouraged for efficient packet pick up before race day. There will be on-site registration the morning of race day.

• Fees: Pre-Race: $30
• Race Day: $35

📦 Packet Pick Up

Packets will consist of the supplies needed for the run, including Bibs which will time each runner. A friend or family member may collect your packet during the scheduled packet pick up windows.

• Option 1: March 11th and March 13th from 3-6 PM at The Running Center Tampa Bay, 14427 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618.
• Option 2: March 15th (race day) from 6:45-7:30 AM at Al Lopez Park.

🗺️ Course Map

5k Course

🏅 Results & Awards

All runners will receive a customized drawstring bag, inspired by the Unite to Run cause, as they finish the race. The top male and female per age group will be recognized for awards.

• Age groups: Below 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-30, 30-59, 60+
• Awards Ceremony: After the final finisher ~ 9:30 AM at Al Lopez Park.
• Packet Collection: A friend or family member may collect on your behalf.

⚠️ Safety & Weather Guidelines

NO dogs, bicycles, roller skates, or in-line skates will be allowed on the course. The use of headphones is discouraged and strollers need to stay at the back of the race.

The Unite to Run 5k is held in rain or shine as long as conditions are safe. Weather forecasts will be monitored by race officials. Lightning in the area will delay or potentially cancel the race.

• Heat Advisory: Stay hydrated and choose light clothing for race day.
• Signs of Heat Illness: Slow down if experiencing symptoms such as nausea or dizziness.

🔄 Transfer & Refund Policy

The race is nonrefundable. If unable to attend, please undergo an online registration transfer through your Run SignUp profile. Bibs may be virtually transferred until the Tuesday before the race. Bib switching in-person under any circumstances is not allowed as this fosters inaccurate race results, person identification, and awardees.

For more information and to register, visit the race page.