Paws for a Cause 5K - Urbana
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Paws For A Cause 5K - Urbana
Paws For A Cause 5K is the first annual chip timed 5 kilometer run and walk held at the University of Illinois in Urbana. The course starts and finishes in the College of Veterinary Medicine parking lot at 2001 South Lincoln Avenue and runs through the southern region of the university campus.
The event is organized with timing and scoring by ShaZam Racing. It lists sponsors and partners including Hill's, Purina, Omega Tau Sigma, the Nutrition Club, and the Unleashed Veterinary Medicine Run and Walk Club. A clothing store is available for event merchandise.
Proceeds benefit community and student organizations, specifically The Courage Connection Shelter, the Nutrition Club, and the Run Club. The event lists prizes and post event snacks. Packet pickup takes place on race day at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine at 2001 Lincoln Avenue. Free parking is available at the venue.
Registration pricing for the 5K Run/Walk and for a Support the Cause option is shown as $23.39, with pricing described as including taxes and fees and registration open from Sep 11 to Oct 18. Age group awards are offered in these categories: 15 and under; 16 to 26; 27 to 41; 42 to 59; and 60 and up. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
