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BRANDEIS COLOR 5K: GOOD IN MOTION

Sunday, March 30, 10:00 a.m.
(Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.)

Sponsored by Brandeis University Student Events. Proceeds to benefit the Greater Boston community through the b.good Family Foundation.

Join Brandeis University’s Student Events for the inaugural Brandeis 5k: good in motion! Don’t miss your chance to get colorful, moving, and doing good, as Brandeis University kicks of the weeklong Bronstein Festival with the first color 5K at Brandeis!

This event will sell out – register today!

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Schedule

  • Registration: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
  • Race kick-off from the Great Lawn: 10:00 a.m.
  • Party on the great lawn until 1:00 p.m.! Following the race join the Brandeis community for food, music, and more color! There will also be a special presentation of the proceeds to the b.good Family Foundation.

Registration
Advance registration through Brandeis Tickets:

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  • Regular: $20 advance registration; $25 at the door.
    Register online or in person at the box office in the Shapiro Campus Center atrium
  • Brandeis Students: Free with ID (suggested donation of $15)
    Register in person at box office in the SCC Atrium.
  • First 250 people to register get a free t-shirt
*Please note: The registration fee/suggested donation is a nonrefundable donation to the b.good Family Foundation.

Registration will be located on the Brandeis University Great Lawn. Please refer to the Brandeis map for directions.  All runners need to complete the waiver (PDF) in order to participate in the race. Waivers can be sent prior to the race to Rita Tobias at rtobias@brandeis.edu or completed on the morning of the race. Individuals will not be permitted to participate without completing the waiver.

Learn more: http://http//www.brandeis.edu/tickets/Color5K.html

What to expect?
Colorful run meets social justice, and a whole lot of fun. Run, walk, and/or dance the route around Brandeis University’s beautiful campus, as colored powder is thrown in the air while participants run the Brandeis route. The vibrant colors are safe and non-toxic, and promise to be the best way to welcome spring to campus.

This year all proceeds from the 5k will generously support the b.good Family Foundation.

b.good Family Foundation
Founded on the principle that everyday people inherently want to “be good,” the b.good Family Foundation’s mission is to use micro-grants to enable individuals to make positive change in our community.

“We believe in the power of a passionate individual with a burning desire to change things for the better, whether it’s motivated social entrepreneurs, existing charitable leaders, or everyday people with a generous spirit. We have witnessed first-hand the incredible, contagious impact of a person who has found the support they need to make their idea a reality. By giving directly to those inspired individuals, we aim to spark positive change in our community.

We donate 100% of the funds we raise directly back to the people in our communities through a quarterly series of small grant programs. The recipients of our support is based on a community vote by the b.good family. Long story short, we’re on a mission to help real people with great ideas do good.”

Parking
Parking will be available on campus. Signs/security will identify where guests may park for the duration of the event upon arrival.

Cancellation Policy
The event will continue in rain or shine. In the event that the race is unable to take place due to weather, the registration fee will be generously donated to the b.good Family Foundation. Check the race Facebook page (coming soon) for any cancellations and additional information.

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