Sims Vickers Memorial Let It Shine 5K
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Sims Vickers Memorial Let It Shine 5K
The Sims Vickers Memorial Let It Shine 5K is scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2025 in Columbus, Georgia. The event takes place at Kinnett Stadium, 7579 Raider Way, Columbus, GA 31909. The entry fee for the 5K run/walk is $35 and registration closes on November 1, 2025. Race day includes on-site registration and check-in, an opening ceremony, the 5K run/walk, and a general awards presentation.
Purpose and beneficiaries
The event is held in memory of Sims Vickers and has previously raised over $25,000 for local caregiving non-profits. This year the race supports the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown. The NICU is described as the only regional Level III, 46-bed unit. Donations are designated for the NICU Fund and the NICU Bereavement Fund of the Piedmont Foundation, which support needs of babies, families, staff, and bereavement care. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.