Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Loudon, TN

🏃‍♂️ What is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Event Purpose: The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001.
• Honoring Heroes: Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty!
• More Information: For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit T2T.org.
• Community Engagement: This will be our 5th year in Loudon, and we are excited to once again bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers programs.

📏 How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event.
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

📍 Where can I pick up my packet?

• Location: Loudon Fire & Police Department Training Room at 100 Cedar Street.
• Details: More details as the event gets closer.

📝 Can I register the day of the run?

• Day-of Registration: Yes. Registration will open at 7am the morning of the run.
• Save Time: You’ll save time and money if you register early.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait, we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

⏳ When does online registration close?

• Registration Duration: Online registration is open until the run starts.

🎟️ Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Visibility: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Rules: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

🏃‍♀️ I am a fast runner. Can I get a frontline position?

• Corral Placement: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral.
• Early Arrival: Arrive early.

🏆 Will there be awards for running?

• Awards Philosophy: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Event Purpose: This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.
• Current Status: The event is currently not timed. This may change as plans develop and sponsors sign up.

💧 Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• Additional Availability: There will be water available at the square.

🎒 What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted.
• Gear Policies: Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Personal Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle.
• Responsibility: Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

💰 Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• Fee Details: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

📦 Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Proxy Pickup: Yes, they can. They must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

🎁 Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Donation Timeline: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

🤝 How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Sponsorship Contact: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to loudon@:t2t.org.
• Response Time: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

🎁 I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?

• Contact: You can contact us at loudon@:t2t.org.
• Appreciation: Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

💻 As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• Fundraising Pages: Yes! Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page.
• Donation Process: Contact us at loudon@:t2t.org for assistance or send donations directly to our office.

✉️ Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Mailing Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Tunnel to Towers Foundation
  ATTN: Adam Santamaria
  2361 Hylan Blvd.
  Staten Island, NY 10306

🔄 Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

• Transfer Process: Yes. See information above OR contact us at loudon@:t2t.org.

💵 Can I get a refund?

• No Refunds: We do not provide refunds for the event if you cannot attend or the Foundation needs to cancel the event.

🤲 How can I volunteer?

• Volunteer Contact: It's simple! Email us at loudon@:t2t.org.
• Response Time: We will reply within 24 hours.
• Help Needed: Volunteers are always needed for the day of festivities.

📬 Do registrants get receipts?

• Receipt Details: When you register online, you should automatically receive a receipt.
• Payment Methods: If paying by credit card or check, that is your receipt. If paying in cash, receipt upon request.

🚑 Is there a medical staff available on-site?

• Medical Staff: Yes