Brighter Days 5K
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Brighter Days 5K/Walk For Autism
The event is a community fundraiser held at Brighter Days Brewing Co., 311 N Safford Ave, Tarpon Springs, on the Pinellas Trail. The theme for the year is "Create Your Own Path" and the event is presented as the fifth annual Autism 5K with an accompanying one mile walk. Brighter Days and Heart 4 Kids Therapy Centers are partnering to raise awareness and funds for the Brighter Days Heart 4 Kids Scholarship, which supports local residents who need therapy services that insurance may not cover.
Event offerings include a chipped, timed 5K with overall male and female awards and age group awards. Participants receive an official event shirt, a swag bag, a medal, and one Brighter Days beer. Age group winners in the 5K receive custom beer glasses. Local sponsor booths will be on site featuring running gear, gifts, and other items.
The event page notes past scholarship impact: Heart 4 Kids has awarded six scholarships totaling almost $20,000 over the last three years for speech, language, and occupational therapy. Fundraising progress toward a stated goal is shown on the event page.
Practical notes mention that strollers and furry friends are allowed; organizers ask that they start toward the back of the starting line. Additional event details include packet pick-up, a course map, awards and swag information, volunteer opportunities, and sponsor listings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
