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Frequently Asked Questions
 
1. How do I begin?
Want to Participate?
Just register here and join us!
You can now create and manage your own personal page, share your photos, goals and get sponsors.
Want to sponsor a rider? Click here for details.
If you have further questions, please contact (contact name and phone number) or (contact email address).
 
2. What are the Race Options and Schedules?
 
Start times:
  • Registration and Packet Pick up opens: 7:00 a.m. (Packets will be available before this date at Presenting Sponsor’s location. Unknown at this time)
  • Opening Ceremonies: 8:00 a.m.
  • Timed Run Begins: 8:30 a.m.
  • Family-Friendly Untimed Walk Begins: 9:00 a.m.
 
3. What Does Pledging to the Run Mean, Exactly?
By committing to this event, and pledging to raise money for its success, you are helping raise invaluable funds to enhance the quality of life for children in your Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
 
We are dedicated to this underserved population and all proceeds raised from the Run will allow us to build on programs we currently offer. With your support, we can make a difference in our community.  
 
We wish you all the success possible. Train, set and achieve new goals, enjoy the race… and get all the sponsors you can, so when you cross that finish line, we will all be winners. 
 
4. How can my sponsors submit payment?
Online contributions can be made by credit card on the runner’s personalized page found on our site. Just make sure to tell your sponsors to select your name from the list of runners. 
 
5. I am concerned that I might not be able to raise the required funds. Will I be able to do it?
Even if you've never raised money before, our materials and strategies will make it easy for you to solicit and collect sponsorships from friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and others. Experience has shown that it is not only possible, but enjoyable, to set and reach your goals.  Please refer to the sample letters found on your personal fundraising page center, that explains the  programs the Run supports, and you will be surprised to see how quickly friends, family, and co-workers will respond to your request to help this wonderful cause.  Just remember to make it personal as well, as you want them to know that they are sponsoring YOU and YOUR efforts! And, as many companies offer charitable donation matching programs, make sure to ask your sponsors to check with their employers, as it will help you meet your goal ever more quickly.
 
6. Is the Run only for Runners?
No! The Run is designed as a day of fun and fitness for the whole family. It attracts thousands of family members and friends and supporters from the community who look forward to it as a fun and exciting community gathering.
 
7. Do You Run Alone or as a Team?
Either! Participants can run alone or create their own team through a relatively flat course along the tree-lined streets. 

8. I have never run a race.  Will I be able to finish a 5k?
Absolutely! It might take a little training if you want to time your run, but many of our participants are first-timer runners. You can also take advantage of our untimed walk/run, so you can go at your own leisurely pace. 
 
And on the day of the Race, you can take part in pre-race stretches and warm-ups led by our professional fitness staff. Our hope is to inspire you to achieve ultimate “personal wellness” and, at the same time, participate in a competitive and family friendly athletic event that will allow you to spend meaningful time together with family and friends.
 
9. Is there a refund/exchange policy?
Yes. If a donation was made accidentally or for the wrong amount, simply make us aware of the issue and we will be happy to make any necessary refunds, changes or corrections. Race registration fees are not refundable.
 
10. Is parking available?  
Downtown, St. Petersburg has numerous parking garages and off street parking that registrants can utilize. The downtown, St. Petersburg area is also accessible by all means of public transportation.
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