9th Annual Summer Smith 5k Addiction Awareness Memorial RunMo

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

• Date: May 3rd, 2025
• Location: Guilderland High School, Guilderland Center, NY
• Start Time: 10:00 AM
• Entry: Runners and walkers are welcome: child and dog friendly event.

🌟 About Summer Smith

• Legacy: Summer Smith was a loving mother of three boys who lost her 12-year battle with addiction on January 9th, 2015.
• Initiative: Established by her mother, Kristin, to honor Summer's desire to live a life in recovery.
• Mission: Focuses on breaking the stigma associated with addiction and promoting awareness.

💖 Purpose of the Run

• Proceeds: Funds raised will support the creation of the ZSL Tapestry of Love 501c3 not-for-profit.
• Scholarship: A $750 Scholarship in Summer's memory will be awarded to a Guilderland High School Senior planning to pursue a career in human or health services.
• Support: $1000 donation in memory of Dawn Viti to assist a dog with special needs or a dog rescue organization.

🗣️ Our Goal

• Awareness: Highlight the addiction epidemic affecting many individuals and families.
• Education: Provide further understanding and discussion surrounding addiction.
• Impact: Inspire conversations between parents and children regarding addiction and recovery.
• Join Us: We look forward to seeing you there!

🔗 More Information

• Race Link: Click here for registration and details.