Don't Struggle In Silence 5k

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

• Organizer: Emily Sheetz, a third-year medical student at Eastern Virginia Medical School.
• Cause: Dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
• Inspiration: Emily lost her sister, Courtney, to suicide in April 2012.
• Message: It is okay to speak out and ask for help: no one should struggle in silence.

🌍 Community Impact

• Gathering: A chance to bring the Norfolk community together.
• Awareness: Mental health issues can affect anyone.
• Participation: Helps break the silence surrounding mental health.
• Solidarity: Show that we are not alone in our struggles.

📅 Event Details

• Date: April 12th, 2025.
• Location: Scenic Elizabeth River Trail.
• Proceeds: All funds will benefit the Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation.
• Impact: Last year’s event donated over $10,000 to the organization.

🏅 Participant Benefits

• Medals: All participants will receive a finisher medal.
• T-shirts: Guaranteed for registrants by March 30, 2025.
• Raffle: Participants will receive tickets for a chance to win prizes.
• Celebration: Join us at Benchtop Brewing Company for an after-party with food and drinks.

❤️ Join Us

• Mission: Support one another for a meaningful cause.
• Presence: Your attendance can make a difference.
• Details: For more information, visit the official race page: Don't Struggle In Silence 5K.