29-Mar-12 9:46 AM CST

Spring is almost here! Sign up today for the Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk, 1 Mile Memory Walk & Family Festival

Untitled Document

Dear Lighthouse Supporter-

April showers bring May flowers....and the Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk and Family Festival. April is almost here and it is NEVER to early to sign up for the Beacon of Hope on Sunday, May 20th. Click the links below to get all the details and visit our website to register. You can walk or run as an individual, or sign up as part of a team. Beacon of Hope is fun for the whole family. This year the race will be followed by our fun-filled Family Festival! Bring the kids and stay for a great time in the sun at the oceanfront. We hope to see you on May 20th.

Kate Cardone, LCSW

Deputy Executive Director

I Need A Lighthouse, Inc.

Click Here to Register Online!

Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk - 1 Mile Memory Walk

and Family Festival

Sunday, May 20 2012

24th Street Park (Virginia Beach Oceanfront)

Start Time: 5k Run/Walk 9:00 am

1 Mile Memory Walk 9:15 am

The Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk and 1 Mile Memory Walk is held annually at the beautiful Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

All proceeds from the race support the programs of I Need A Lighthouse, Inc.

The mission of I Need A Lighthouse, Inc. is to significantly reduce the loss and suffering from teen and young adult depression, suicide, and suicidal behavior through educational programs and community partnerships. All services are provided in the Hampton Roads community. For more information about Lighthouse's mission and programs click here.

Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk

This race begins at 24th Street Park and follows the board walk along the oceanfront for a beautiful run ending once again at 24th Street Park. The course is scenic and enjoyable for novice and experienced racers.

1 Mile Memory Walk

Those who have been personally touched by suicide and/or depression are invited to join us in a 1 Mile Memory Walk Share with others, and support local efforts to promote education and awareness about teen depression and suicide. Participants are invited to bring a copy of a photo (no originals please) to post on the memory wall at the race.

Family Festival

Bring your family and friends to the oceanfront for the race, and stay for live entertainment by local artist David Cavitt, food, and lots of kid-friendly activities and fun.

Click Here to Register Online!

Online Registration closes Thursday, May 17th at midnight

On-site registration opens at 7:30am on Sunday, May 20th

Click here to view and download a pdf of the race registration form

REGISTER EARLY!!

Tech shirts guaranteed to all participants registered by May 6th, 2012! (sizes based on availability)

Packet Pick-Up

Race Day (on-site) 7:30am-8:45am

Early Packet Pick-up

Friday, May 18, 2012

4:30pm-6:30pm

Final Kick Sports