Race with Grace 5K AND 10K

🏃‍♀️ The Race with Grace 10K

Why RwG 3.0? The Race with Grace (RwG) 10K was established in 1991 as an outgrowth of the participation of several men in the Spencerport Canal Days races during the mid-1980’s. It had a two-fold purpose, the more important one being a community outreach. Secondarily, it was play on the current Pastor’s name, George Grace, who was a runner. In our inaugural year we had 185 registrants and 171 finishers. Our attendance peaked in 2015 when we celebrated our silver anniversary race with 1245 registrants and 1121 finishers. Over the race’s 31-year existence, a total of approximately 5,000 individuals have participated. Five men remain who have finished every single RwG and ran virtually in 2020. They are Stan Cipira, Bob Dyjak, Dave O’Leary, Ric Perry and Doug Ralph. The race established itself as one of the best races in western NY. It has consistently been named one of NY’s finest races by New England Runner magazine. In addition, it has been recognized as one of the cornerstone races in the Rochester Runner of the Year series. All proceeds, once race expenses are deducted, go to support C.U.R.E. Childhood Cancer Association. With the current race director stepping down due to work and family obligations, no clear choice for a successor, the race’s future appeared to be at crossroads. Thankfully, as the “door” on the race was quickly closing, the Rochester Running Company and Lakeshore Community Church agreed to manage and host this year’s race.

⛪ About Lakeshore Community Church

Founded in 1995 by Vince and Sue DiPaola, Lakeshore Community Church exists to help people discover and develop a growing relationship with Jesus. It’s a place where you can be real, strengthen your relationships, and make an impact in our world. When you’re ready, check out Lakeshore for yourself: Sundays at 9 and 11am, in person and online at live.lakeshorechurch.org.

🏅 Quick Race Info

• Entry Fee: The entry fee includes a long-sleeved tech shirt. The 1/4 Zip up can be upgraded at checkout instead of the L/S T-Shirt: you will ONLY get the Zip Up if you upgrade.
• Sizes: Sizes are guaranteed if you register prior to November 1, 2024.
• Refreshments: There will be plenty of food and refreshments available.
• Awards: Awards will be given to top male and female finishers in the Open and Masters (40+), as well as the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finisher in each age group.

📅 Race Day

• Date: Thursday, November 28th
• Time: 8:30 am EST
• Location: Lakeshore Community Church, 3651 LATTA RD. ROCHESTER NY 14612
• Start Option: NO EARLY START OPTION - All Runners will start at the same time for both races.

🗺️ Course Description

Given that the majority of the new course is actually run on the same roads as the original course, and it’s the third route in the event’s history, it will be affectionately known as RwG 3.0. Now with its 3rd course, however, its core values, fundraising, and overall community involvement are just the same. We welcome you all back with a new course map, and new host location as we look to continue this Thanksgiving day Tradition for many more years to come.

💲 Entry Fee

• $35: Entry Fee Now till Nov 20 (Week before race)
• $40: Entry Fee November 21 - November 27
• $45: Entry Fee November 28 - Race Day
• Cap: 800 Runners cap. Don't wait to sign up!! 5K is $5.00 Cheaper at all price increases.

🎽 Swag

• Shirts: Long Sleeve Tech Shirts - Guarantee size if you sign up by November 1st.
• Upgrade: Optional 1/4 Zip Up Add on $20.00. You will ONLY get the Zip up if you upgrade.

📥 Preregistration & Packet Pickup

Available at Rochester Running Company, 1387 Mt Hope Ave, Rochester NY 14620

• Tuesday: 11/26 at Rochester Running Company 12p - 6p
• Wednesday: 11/27 at Rochester Running Company, 12p - 6p
• Race Day: 11/28 at Lakeshore Community Church, 7:30a - 8:15a

🚰 Amenities

• Timing: Provided by Robinhood Racing
• Digital Clock: Digital display clock finish
• Awards Ceremony: Post-race awards ceremony - in the Gym!
• Water Stations: At halfway mark
• Results: Instant results published online - Make sure you check to "receive notifications at signup."
• Patches: 5-year, 10-year, 15-year 20-year, 25-year, and 30-year participation patches.

🏆 Awards - 10K

• $300: (cash) & $100 RRC gift certificates for M/F (under 40) Open.
• $150: (cash) for M/F Course Record
• $150: (cash) for M/F (40+) Masters
• Age Group Awards: Awards for M/F Winners of Age Groups (age groups: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finisher will receive awards).
• 5K Awards: Top 1 M/F overall and in Age Groups.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Age Groups Breakdown

Male/Female: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 & over.

📜 Race Records: (Old course)

• Melissa White ✦ 34:45 (2005)
• Katie Lembo * 34:10 (2022) (New Course)
• Mark Andrews ✦ 30:05 (2003)

🌐 More Information

For more details, visit the race website: Race with Grace 10K.