Save Your Breath 5K
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Save Your Breath 5K
The Save Your Breath 5K is scheduled for October 17, 2027 at the Kennebec Valley YMCA, 31 Union Street, Augusta, ME. The event program includes a live timed 5K run, a timed walk division, and virtual 5K options for both running and walking. Student registration is available at a reduced fee.
The course is an out-and-back 5K along the rail trail, running from the YMCA to the Adirondack chairs in Hallowell. Music will be provided at the start and finish area before and after the event. A silent auction is part of the day and will be held at the YMCA when participants have returned to the gym.
All participants will receive a finisher’s medal. An award ceremony follows the race; winners must be present to receive awards. Event t-shirts will be ordered on September 18; registrants after that date will not receive a shirt.
This event serves as a fundraiser for Free ME from Lung Cancer. Funds will support research, access to low-dose CT scans for uninsured high-risk patients, radon air abatement systems for low-income homeowners, transportation to medical appointments in rural communities, and ongoing patient support. Live events may be converted to virtual format if COVID-19 becomes a concern.
Discount codes are available for qualifying participants and cannot be combined. Some fundraising thresholds offer fee reductions or free registration for those who meet the listed requirements prior to registering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
