Dumfries, Virginia (United States of America) - "Gene Montague Memorial 5K". The George M. Hampton Foundation and Pi Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated present the 7th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K on Saturday, September 21, from 8:30am to 11am at Merchant Park in Dumfries, VA. The Gene Montague 5K is an annual fun run-walk to commemorate the life of Colonel Eugene "Gene" Montague, who was a member of Pi Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. Gene Montague was born in Brooklyn, NY. He was a retired New York City Police Officer and rose to the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. Gene passed away on May 22, 2016 in the excitement of doing what he loved to do - staying fit while participating in competitive physical activity, namely, an Ironman competition. This year, proceeds from the Gene Montague Memorial 5K will go toward 2025 scholarships for graduating high school students here in Prince William County. Race registration is $40 before September 1 and $45 after September 1. PLEASE NOTE: registrations AFTER September 1st are not guaranteed race t-shirts, so please REGISTER EARLY! Also, the race is capped at 300 runners, so again, REGISTER EARLY! Also, the race has sponsorship opportunities availabe. If you and/or your business would like to be a race sponsor or would simply like to donate funds to the race and/or Foundation, you can do so through the George M. Hampton Foundation's race link. Sponsorships at select levels can get their business or organization logo on the back of the race shirt and may be able to advertise at the race itself! ALL SPONSORSHIP DONATIONS THROUGH THE GEORGE M. HAMPTON FOUNDATION ARE TAX DEDUCTABLE! The George M. Hampton Foundation is a non-profit corporation with federal tax-exempt status under the provisions of section 501 © (3), 170(b) (1) (A) (vi) of the Internal Revenue Code. As such, donations are tax deductible within IRS guidelines. GMHF is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youth and promoting growth and development in the communities that we serve. Our primary aim is to develop and sustain diverse partnerships of communities to provide programming and support to youth. We are an organization of professional men providing professional growth and mentorship to strengthen and uplift the residents of Prince William County, its surrounding communities, and stakeholders. Your sponsorship will help raise funds for community support, including the Relay for Life Cancer initiative, the annual Walk for Diabetes, Health Fairs and Blood Drives and St. Jude Hospital; and higher education scholarship programs, and for youth mentoring through our Leadership Outreach Program (Omega U) at local community schools. You are invited to join us in one of several ways: as a corporate sponsor or as a direct contributor to our scholarship fund. Additional information about the foundation is at gmhfoundation.org. http://go.evvnt.com/2580085-0?pid=6562

Hampton, Virginia (United States of America) - "Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon Weekend". Scurry to Hampton and see why Runner's World dubbed the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon presented by Bon Secours a must run half marathon. Complete with a snappy fast and flat course on the water, ample room for friends and family to cheer you on and a pumped up and picturesque post race celebration! The 12th running of the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon Weekend is the perfect place to run, crawl, and SHELLebrate (see what we did there?). www.crawlincrabhalf.com

Charlottesville, Virginia (United States of America) - "YMCA Gatorade Halloween Hustle 10K". Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween and support a good cause? Look no further than the YMCA Gatorade Halloween Hustle 10k Run/2 Mile Fun Family Walk! This family-friendly event is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy the fall weather, and give back to the community. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes and there will be plenty of treats and surprises along the way. Best of all, the proceeds from the event support financial assistance for those in need to YMCA membership and programs for children, teens, adults, and seniors, helping the Y ensure that no one is turned away for inability to pay! By participating in the YMCA Dr Pepper Halloween Hustle 10k Run/2 Mile Fun Family Walk you'll be helping to make a positive difference in the lives of your neighbors from all walks of life. So why not gather your friends and family, put on your running shoes and Halloween costumes, and join us for a day of spooky fun and community spirit? We hope that it will be a Halloween experience you won't forget! www.piedmontymca.org/halloween-hustle-10k