The John L. Coverly Sr. Memorial 5K ~Agent Orange Awareness Run~

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Moore For The Troops is back with the second annual 5K....with some fun changes!!

🇻🇳 Purpose

• Focus for 2025: Vietnam Veterans and bringing awareness to the impact of Agent Orange.
• Memory of John Coverly: He proudly served in the U.S. Army, having voluntarily enlisted and requesting deployment to the Vietnam War.
• Awards: John was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal for his service.
• Legacy: He peacefully passed away at home on September 27, 2024, surrounded by his family.

💰 Charity Details

• Proceeds: 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Riddle Hospital Palliative Care Unit in John L. Coverly Sr.'s name.
• Community Impact: Riddle Hospital is a staple in our community providing exceptional care for our loved ones.
• Care Received: Mr. Coverly received excellent care while he was a patient there.
• Honored Donation: We are honored to donate the proceeds in his name.

🏆 5K Details

• Course Change: This year we are taking the 5K off the track and onto school grounds with a trail around the school.
• Course Features: The course includes some small hills, grassy areas, and pavement.
• Track Option: If you prefer to stay on the track for the 5K, that is also an option.
• Fun Run: The one-mile fun run will remain on the track. 4 laps around the track is equal to 1 mile.

📅 Important Information

• Deadline for T-Shirt: Deadline to sign-up and receive a t-shirt is March 9, 2025.
• Registration Hours: Registration opens at 8:00 AM and closes at 9:30 AM.
• Day of Event Fees: $50 for the 5K and $45 for the 1-Mile Fun Run.
• Virtual Participants: Post your pictures of your run/walk and tag us! We will randomly pick someone to receive an Amazon gift card!

🌐 Join Us

Our focus for 2025 is Vietnam Veterans and bringing awareness to the impact of Agent Orange. You can visit the official race page for more details and to register at Moore For The Troops 5K.