Goal: The purpose of the Gladwyne V.F.W. Veterans Run is to foster patriotism in our community, remember our veterans and the veterans that came before us, and to raise funds for veterans events as well as Post maintenance and repairs.
π Location
Venue: Gladwyne Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6956
Address: 320 River Road, Gladwyne Pa 19035
π Awards
Prizes: 25.00 Gift Certificate to Bryn Mawr Running Store for the best male and best female times.
Swag: All runners will receive a piece of Veterans Run swag.
π² Entry
Fee: Price before race date (40.00): after that date/day of race (50.00)
π Amenities
Course: The course will begin at the Gladwyne V.F.W. parking lot and proceed East on scenic River Road.
Turnaround: At the end of River Road, the turnaround point, we will have a water station.
Scenic Route: The course takes you along the railroad, past beautiful homes, views of the Schuylkill River, and Flat Rock Park.
Memento: Each runner will get a piece of Veterans Run swag as a memento.
β Pre and Post Race
Refreshments: Before and after the run, there will be water, coffee, and snacks available outside.
Canteen: The V.F.W. Canteen will be open after the run with snacks available.
Raffle: We will be raffling a basket of cheer!
Community: Stay and enjoy a favorite cocktail, socialize, and see the progress we have made rebuilding our V.F.W. Post.
π’ Spread the Word
Membership: Tell others about our patriotic Post and sign up for a membership so you can enjoy it throughout the year.
Donations: Please donate to our cause. All funds raised are for veterans events as well as maintenance and repair to our V.F.W. Post.
ποΈ Race Results
Timing: Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
Contact: Run Director β Joseph Renner at (610) 209-5658 or Joseph.Renner@Comcast.net
πͺ Mission Statement
The Veterans of Foreign Wars mission is to βfoster camaraderie among United States Veterans of overseas conflicts: to serve our veterans, the military, and our communities: and to advocate on behalf of all veterans.β