Step Up for Colleen 5K
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STEP UP FOR COLLEEN 5K WALK/RUN : event description
The STEP UP FOR COLLEEN event is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Central Park on Bartlet Street in Andover, MA. The event includes an in-person 5K Walk/Run and a virtual registration option that covers the same distance. Organizers created the race to celebrate Colleen Ritzer’s life and her commitment to helping and inspiring others. The event is presented by friends and family who aim to honor the values associated with her memory.
Net proceeds benefit the Colleen E. Ritzer Memorial Fund, Inc. The fund supports charitable activities that honor Colleen’s legacy, including the Colleen E. Ritzer Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is intended for graduating high school seniors who are residents of Andover or Danvers and who plan to pursue a degree in education. Selection criteria cited include a passion for teaching, academic achievement, and family commitment.
Additional race information is available from the event organizer. The location is Central Park, Bartlet Street, Andover, MA 01810. The event lists both an on-site race option and a virtual option, and it identifies support from local sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
