Potomac River Running Announces Run for Haiti 5K and Fun Run

By Kristin Idle
Reston, VA
February 10, 2010
For the Washington Running Report

Due to Winter Storms the February13 date is being postponed to March 7, 2010

Potomac River Running Announces “Run for Haiti 5K and Fun Run” In Support of Earthquake Relief Efforts

In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, Potomac River Running announces the Run for Haiti 5K and Fun Run on Sunday, March 7 at 9:00 AM. All race proceeds will be donated to the Haiti relief efforts to support the thousands needing medical treatment and basic supplies.

The 5K will be staged at South Lakes High School (11400 South Lakes Drive) in Reston, VA. The course will run on the asphalt paths throughout scenic Reston, with the start and finish on the South Lakes High School track. To help maximize donation efforts to the victims, race t-shirts will not be included in the race registration. Rather, a donation bin will be available on race day to collect old race t-shirts from participants. These shirts will be personally delivered to those in need by Moise Joseph, Haitian Olympian in the 800 meters and a =PR= employee.

This devastation hits close to home for Moise Joseph. Moise was a 12 time All-American while at the University of Florida. He competed for Haiti in the 2004 Olympics and has been a member of four World Championship teams. Moise is currently training and racing on the track at the national and international level. For him, running has provided the road to a better life. Moise still has family in Haiti and sadly still does not know the whereabouts of all his relatives. As soon as is feasible, he will return to Haiti to help his family and community.

Please join Potomac River Running to raise funds in support of the earthquake relief efforts. All donations will be given to the American Red Cross. To register, please go to www.potomacriverrunning.com or visit a =PR= store (Arlington, Ashburn, Burke, Reston, Tyson’s, Cleveland Park, and Rockville). Late registration and packet pick up will take place on Saturday, March 6 at =PR= Reston (11911 Democracy Dr.) from 12-7:00 PM. Race day registration will take place at South Lakes High School on March 7 from 7-8:15 AM. Top age-group winners will be awarded and recognized.