5KFWD for Recovery

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The 2025 5K FWD for Recovery is the North Country’s premiere event to celebrate recovery and support substance use prevention. Champlain Valley Family Center is excited to host the 10th annual 5K FWD for Recovery Walk/Run on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the Plattsburgh City Beach. Since 1982, CVFC has been providing substance use prevention and treatment services throughout Clinton County.

📅 Race Day Details

• Where: Plattsburgh City Beach
• When: Saturday, June 7 (Rain or Shine)
• What: 8AM—Race Number Pickup and Onsite Registration: 9:15AM—Race Start

🎉 Purpose of the Race

• Raise Awareness: of substance use prevention and treatment
• Celebrate Recovery: and support individuals on their journey
• Fundraising: to support our substance use prevention services
• Support Youth Programming: for Clinton County youth

🏅 Registration Information

On the day of the race, check-in will begin at 8:00am with the race beginning at 9:15am. The registration fee for the 5K FWD for Recovery is $25 and can be done online. Same-day and onsite registration is $30. Registration for the race includes a 5K FWD t-shirt, race packet and bib number. There is no registration fee for school age youth. They must register and be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Registration will continue up to the day of the event – shirt sizes are not guaranteed (shirts are given out on a first-come, first-serve basis). Everyone who participates will receive a 5K FWD medal. Prizes will also be awarded to the top overall male and female runner. Not a runner? Plan on walking the course or sponsor a runner. Become a race sponsor. Make a donation using the button above or at cvfamilycenter.org. Cheer on a racer. There is something for everyone! The fee for youth racers under the age of 17 will be waived. Parents/custodians must be present for the run.

🛡️ About Champlain Valley Family Center (CVFC)

CVFC is a community-based, non-profit agency, licensed through the NYS Office of Addiction Services and supports to provide substance use treatment services for residents of Clinton County. CVFC also provides education, prevention services and specialized youth programs to prevent and/or minimize the damage caused by alcoholism and substance abuse. For more information about the 5KFWD for Recovery Race please contact tobaccofree@cvfamilycenter.org.

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

Race Sponsorships, donations and registrations will support youth prevention programming in Clinton County. Drug abuse, alcohol abuse and addiction can tear apart families, careers and friendships. The trained staff at CVFC and our community-based programs help individuals and their families heal those wounds and move A Step Forward.

💼 Race Sponsor Recognition

• Gold Sponsors: $500+ (donation received on or before May 1) – will receive two complimentary race registrations: logo & company name on race t-shirt, banner, marketing/press materials, track signs and social media promotion. We invite Gold Sponsors to provide branded promotional items for the runner gift bags.
• Silver Sponsors: $200-$499 (donation received on or before May 1) – will receive company name on race t-shirt, banner, marketing/press materials, track signs and social media promotion. We invite Silver Sponsors to provide branded promotional items for the runner gift bags.
• Bronze Sponsors: Cash donations up to $199 (donation received on or before May 1) – will receive social media promotion and names highlighted on the day of the event.

📬 Sponsorship Payments

Sponsor payment checks can be made payable to CVFC (“5K FWD” in notes) & mailed or delivered to Nichole Christiansen, CVFC, 20 Ampersand Drive, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. CVFC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization & donations are tax-deductible.

📞 Race Contact Information

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