EVENT:
For the Love of Justice Memorial 5K Run/Walk
DATE:
Sunday, March 26, 2023
START/FINISH LINE LOCATION:
Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex
100 Recreation Lane
Jacksonville, NC 28546
PARKING:
Parking is available in the two large parking lots at the Start/Finish Line.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Location: Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex
100 Recreation Loop
Jacksonville, NC
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex
100 Recreation Lane
Jacksonville, NC 28546
12:45 PM - Packet Pickup & Registration Open
2:00 PM - 5K Race Starts
3:15 PM - Awards
ABOUT THE RACE:
This Is Why We Run
We run in memory of 1st LT Justice R. Stewart, a fallen United States Marine Corps officer who had a giving heart, a selfless soul, an infectious laugh, and a heartwarming smile. 1st LT Stewart was a daughter, a sister, a niece, a cousin, a friend, and a Marine. She was artistic, confident, and ambitious, setting goals years in advance. 1st LT Stewart tragically lost her life while she was on a run. We run for her. Every time our foot hits the pavement, it is symbolic of a heartbeat, bringing life into the memories that 1st LT Stewart left behind to share with the world.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION HOSTING THE EVENT:
Established in October 2021 in Columbia, South Carolina to celebrate the life and legacy of First Lieutenant Justice R. Stewart, the Empowering Justice Charitable Foundation raises funds through various fundraising opportunities and donations. This Foundation supports organizations that promote pathways out of poverty through Empowering Youth, Supporting Authentic Opportunities for Leadership, Promoting Youth Advocacy, Promoting Military Alliances in the Community, and Strengthening Communities through Youth Voice & Expression. As an extension of our primary mission, the Foundation also supports college ROTC programs as a way to honor the sacrifices service members have made and to support recruitment and retention of a diverse officer corps. The Empowering Justice Charitable Foundation is sponsored by Central Carolina Community Foundation. Central Carolina Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization recognized by the IRS.
RACE SWAG:
All participants who register by March 1, 2023 will get a shirt in their registered size. After March 1st, registrants can pick from the remaining sizes, if available. Sizes Include: Youth Medium, Adult XS, Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large, Adult XL, Adult XXL.
Shirt Design
FINISHER MEDALS:
All participants will receive a Love for Justice Memorial Run medal as they cross the finish line if registered by March 1, 2023.
AWARDS:
- Top Male
- Top Female
- Top Male and Female in Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
RACE COURSE:
The race course is a single loop around the Jacksonville Commons neighborhood. There will be volunteers pointing you in the right direction.
