Central Ohio Chapter
Jingle Bell Run
JINGLING THROUGH THE STREETS FOR ARTHRITIS
What a sight! See thousands of runners and walkers pounding the pavement through beautiful downtown Columbus on a crisp autumn morning! The 22nd 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 6, 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, outside C110-113. At 9:15 a.m., the Snowflake Run for Kids will be held outside. The 5K run/walk begins at 10:00 a.m.
Come early to hear the sounds of Christmas carols, and meet event emcees Jim Hunter from Big Hits B107.9 and Bob Nunnally from NBC-4. Afterwards, enjoy a chili buffet provided by Max & Erma’s, as well as awards and great raffle prizes.
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.
Registration
- Adult participation is $25 through Nov. 28; or $30 after Nov. 28.
- Snowflake Run for Kids registration is $10 through Nov. 28; or $12 after Nov. 28.
- Register online or call 614-876-8200.
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 765,000 people in central Ohio, including 5,000 children. Over 70 million people nationwide (1 in 3 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
