YWCA Race Against Racism rescheduled for July 21

Lace up your sneakers for the 2nd annual Race Against Racism, a 5K color run and walk to raise awareness and support for racial justice programming and events by the YWCA Tri-County Area, on the rescheduled date of Saturday, July 23, at Riverfront Park in Pottstown.

The threat of thunderstorms on race day, and the safety of runners and walkers, prompted the race to be rescheduled.

Registration for this funfilled event is:

• Adult (18+): $30 onlne, $40 the day of the race

• Student (grades K-12): $15 online, $20 the day of the race

• Family (up to 5 participants/2 adults maximum): $60 online, $70 the day of the race

Registration is available online at www.ywcatricountyarea.org

Runners begin the paved, mostly flat 5K (3.1 miles) course at 8:30 a.m.. Walkers begin immediately afterward. Packet pickup begins at 7:30 a.m. at Pottstown’s Riverfront Park Trailhead, adjacent to Schuylkill River Heritage Area offices, at 140 College Drive, Pottstown. All participants will receive a Tshirt, a color packet, and a finisher’s medal. Additional color packets will be available for $1 each the day of the race.

Race Against Racism is a family-friendly event with a fun color-powder twist that celebrates health, happiness, and inclusion. The event is held as a part of YWCA USA’s national Stand Against Racism, a signature campaign to build community among those who work for racial justice and to raise awareness about the negative impact of institutional and structural racism in our communities.

Local sponsors include Wawa and Herr’s.

YWCA Tri-County Area is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. YWCA TriCounty Area is a leader in women and girls’ advocacy and works to eliminate racism and empower women through quality affordable early education, adult education, youth development, and a host of programs to support the health and vitality of women, girls, and families.