Jingle Bell Run
JINGLING THROUGH THE STREETS FOR ARTHRITIS
When: December 5, 2009
Times: 8:00 a.m.: Registration
9:30-9:35 a.m.: Opening announcements, raffle prize drawing, costume contest
9:35-9:45 a.m.: Snowflake Run for Kids
9:45-9:55 a.m.: Awards and Recognition
10:00 a.m.: Start of 5K Run/Walk
Start Location: Greater Columbus Convention Center Rooms C110-113
(directly inside the Convention at the corner of High Street & Vine Street)
Official Web site: www.JingleBellRunColumbus.Kintera.org
Join thousands of runners and walkers pounding the pavement through beautiful downtown Columbus! The 23rd Annual Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run/Walk is just around the corner. This year’s event is expected to attract 3,000 participants, including 300 children.
The 5K run/walk is gaining a strong reputation as one of the ultimate family events in Central Ohio. This year’s run is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, in downtown Columbus, at the corner of High Street and Nationwide Boulevard. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Greater Columbus Convention Center(rooms C110-113). At 9:35 a.m., the Snowflake Run for Kids will be held outside. Kids, ages 3-10 will start at the race starting line on Nationwide Boulevard and High Street and then run down Nationwide Boulevard. (The race is approximately 150 meters). The 5K run/walk begins at 10:00 a.m. at the corner of High Street and Nationwide Boulevard.
Come early to hear the sounds of holiday music, meet event emcee Bob Nunnally, Storm Team 4 Meteorologist and participate in the costume contest. Afterwards, enjoy a chili buffet provided by Max & Erma’s, as well as awards and great raffle prizes.
Jingle Bell Run Kick Off!
Saturday, October 10 at 10 a.m. at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Get excited and help us kick off Jingle Bell Run! We'll give you all of the information you need about building your team and raising more money. Bring a friend or teammate to learn about the event and enjoy breakfast, all while having a fun day at the zoo!
The event is free to anybody who is interested! Visit www.jinglebellruncolumbus.kintera.org/kickoff or call 614-876-8200 to register!
Take the Team Challenge
Become a Team Captain and form a team of 10 or more members. Then, raise money through pledges and sales of raffle tickets.
Team Captain Packet for more information on how to start your team!
Registration
- Adult participation is $25 through Nov. 26; or $30 after Nov. 26.
- Snowflake Run for Kids registration is $10 through Nov. 26; or $12 after Nov. 26.
- Register online or call 614-876-8200.
Meet Ali Decker, the 2009 Jingle Bell Run Honoree
"It was heartbreaking for her family to watch their energetic child not have the energy, strength or mobility that she had a month earlier...but, Ali has never let her arthritis interfere with school, sports, work or her social life." Click here to read more about Ali's story.
Why raise money?
In addition to being a fun event for local families, the Jingle Bell Run raises money that helps the Central Ohio Chapter fund programs and services that assist people in 25 counties. Arthritis affects 486,000 people in central Ohio, including 5,000 children statewide. Over 70 million people nationwide (1 in 5 Americans) have one of the 100 forms of arthritis. It is the number one cause of disability in the U.S. The Arthritis Foundation provides programs and services to assist them in taking control of their disease as well as funding research for a cure.
The Central Ohio Chapter provides the following programs and services to those living with the pain of arthritis:
Home Assessment and Equipment Loan
Exercise Classes
Self Help and Support Groups
Public and Professional Education and Referral Service
Camp for Children with Arthritis
Arthritis Foundation Membership
Volunteer Opportunities
Proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation, Central Ohio Chapter.
