Chris Mang Memorial Charity Fun Run/Walk
Mount Vernon, Washington, United States
May, 2027 (TBD)
1mi, 5k
Race Information
This is a charity run/walk held in memory of Christopher Mang who passed away in May of 2018. Chris was a longtime participant in the Skagit County Special Olympics Program, and more recently, volunteered at a number of Northwest Endurance Events running events.
The Mang/Glesne family and the Skagit Valley Family YMCA have partnered to establish the Christopher Mang Memorial Fund. Registration fees from the event will be donated to Chris’ Memorial Fund, which supports recreational programming and equipment to benefit under-served youth and families, as well as those with special needs in the Skagit Valley.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1 - 100
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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