2022 Press Releases
World Run Day 2022
Long Beach, NY, Nov 7, 2022 — Runners from the USA participated in World Run Day 2022 this year with a light turnout. Although runners in many different cities participated and enjoyed the day as they have since 1999, it appears that virtual running is taking a back seat to traditional road races. Held annually since 1999, the event has runners of all age, sex,, and ethnic groups celebrate their passion for running and charitable donations. As done in prior years, they run, individually or in groups, and donate to a local charity. An event shirt and medal were mailed to participants in preparation for the event. A digital bib was also made available for downloading (free runner bib).
Runners registered for the event, downloaded a bib, ran their course (5k,10k, 13.1m, or 26.2m) and uploaded their results on-line. The event is all part of recognizing the sport of running as an exercise with many health benefits – with the addition of a “run for your cause” component. One-hundred percent of the donation goes directly to their charity, being that they mail it directly to their charity of choice. “When I created the concept of Virtual Running in 1999, many people were both puzzled and intrigued,” says event founder Bill McDermott. “But through the pandemic, virtual running became a commonplace within the running community,” he says.
There’s always next year (2023) to form new relationships with runners and possibly sponsors to make this event grow much larger,
About World Run Day
The World Run Day Event was the first “Virtual Running” event in the world. Originally started as the brainchild of competitive runner Bill McDermott, the event has been recognized by over 10,000 runners internationally. World Run Day is funded entirely by McDermott and has runners as its only sponsor(s). Runners of all abilities are represented. This is the signature event of World Run Day and occurs on the Sunday closest to Nov. 8 every year. The day originally started as an anniversary tribute to Bill’s brother, who died in a car accident Nov. 8, 1984.
Source: World Run Day
Categories: Philanthropy, Running, Global Running,
Tags: Challenge, Charity, Donation, Exercise, Fitness, Global, Jogging, November,Philanthropy, Running
World Run Day 2022
Long Beach, NY, Nov 5, 2022 — The stage is set to participate in World Run Day, held tomorrow, November 6th. Held annually since 1999, the event has runners of all age, sex,, and ethnic groups celebrate their passion for running and charitable donations. As done in prior years, they run, individually or in groups, and donate to a local charity. An event shirt and medal were mailed to participants in preparation for the event. A digital bib was also made available for downloading (free runner bib).
Runners will register for the event, download a bib, run their course (5k,10k, 13.1m, or 26.2m) and upload their results on-line. It’s all part of recognizing the sport of running as an exercise with many health benefits – with the addition of a “run for your cause” component. One-hundred percent of the donation goes directly to their charity. In celebration of their run and donation, they are mailed both the World Run Day t-shirt and medal. “When I created the concept of Virtual Running in 1999, many people were both puzzled and intrigued,” says event founder Bill McDermott. “But through the pandemic, virtual running became a commonplace within the running community,” he says.
Many prior runners of World Run Day – United States received 1/2 price registration.
Runners can register at www.runsignup.com for the event. More information about the event and registration links can be found at www.runday.com.
Whether in Los Angeles, New York, Cincinnati, or Des Moines, every runner can participate. A generic site for USA Runners was created for runners who’s city is not listed.
About World Run Day
The World Run Day Event was the first “Virtual Running” event in the world. Originally started as the brainchild of competitive runner Bill McDermott, the event has been recognized by over 10,000 runners internationally. World Run Day is funded entirely by McDermott and has runners as its only sponsor(s). Runners of all abilities are represented. This is the signature event of World Run Day and occurs on the Sunday closest to Nov. 8 every year. The day originally started as an anniversary tribute to Bill’s brother, who died in a car accident Nov. 8, 1984.
Source: World Run Day
Categories: Philanthropy, Running, Global Running,
Tags: Challenge, Charity, Donation, Exercise, Fitness, Global, Jogging, November,Philanthropy, Running
World Run Day 2022
Long Beach, NY, Oct 20, 2022 — Over 250 cities in the United States are set up to participate in World Run Day, held Sunday November 6th this year. Held annually since 1999, the event has runners of all age, sex,, and ethnic groups celebrate their passion for running and charitable donations. Essentially, they run, individually or in groups, and donate to a local charity. This year, runners are rewarded with both a symbolic t-shirt and medal which are mailed to every participant. Runners can even download a free runner bib.
Runners will register for the event, download a bib, run their course (5k,10k, 13.1m, or 26.2m) and upload their results on-line. It’s all part of recognizing the sport of running as an exercise with many health benefits – with the addition of a “run for your cause” component. They are asked to donate directly to a local charity of their choosing. One-hundred percent of the donation goes directly to their charity. In celebration of their run and donation, they are mailed both the World Run Day t-shirt and medal. “When I created the concept of Virtual Running in 1999, many people were both puzzled and intrigued,” says event founder Bill McDermott. “But through the pandemic, virtual running became a commonplace within the running community,” he says.
Runners can register at www.runsignup.com for the event. More information about the event and registration links can be found at www.runday.com.
Whether in Los Angeles, New York, Cincinnati, or Des Moines, every runner can participate. A generic site for USA Runners was created for runners who’s city is not listed.
About World Run Day
The World Run Day Event was the first “Virtual Running” event in the world. Originally started as the brainchild of competitive runner Bill McDermott, the event has been recognized by over 10,000 runners internationally. World Run Day is funded entirely by McDermott and has runners as its only sponsor(s). Runners of all abilities are represented. This is the signature event of World Run Day and occurs on the Sunday closest to Nov. 8 every year. The day originally started as an anniversary tribute to Bill’s brother, who died in a car accident Nov. 8, 1984.
Source: World Run Day
Categories: Philanthropy, Running, Global Running,
Tags: Challenge, Charity, Donation, Exercise, Fitness, Global, Jogging, November,Philanthropy, Running
World Run Day 2022
Long Beach, NY, Oct 5, 2022 — As Virtual Runs come to an end in 2022, there’s one global run that all charitable runners can join: World Run Day, held Sunday, November 6th. The 24th annual event started the virtual run craze in the small city of Long Beach, NY back in 1999. What sets this virtual event apart from others today, is the unique event angle that asks all runners to donate directly to their charity of choice. A distinct shirt design has been created every year. The World Run Day Medal is also available. Registration will begin in September and includes a digital bib. Register at www.runsignup.com for the event. More information about the event is available at www.runday.com.
Since the pandemic, the “virtual-run-event-for-charity” concept has become more mainstream with runners. They celebrate in the spirit of the day, together; but run separately among seven different continents. Initially dubbed “The Global Fitness and Charity Challenge,” World Run Day has maintained its original concept: run to celebrate the sport of running and its benefits and make a donation to a favorite local charity.
All participants print out a runner bib, run, and can donate to their favorite cause. Afterwards, they can enter distance & time results along with other runners worldwide. The same medal, regardless of each runner’s country of origin; is mailed to paid participants.
Runners also have the opportunity to upload their virtual run results with other runners. Whether in Los Angeles, Barcelona, Sydney, or even The Vatican, all runners can participate.
World Run Day Event Director, Bill McDermott, of Long Beach, NY created the event, helped design the shirt logo over the summer and designed the medal for distribution to passionate runners. “Many charities are still suffering this year, due to the pandemic, and it’s a good reason to run for them”, states McDermott. “Let the runner decide,” has been the motto of the event since its inception, and it continues today.
With over 10,000 participants over its 24-year history, primarily in the USA, the event still looks for global runners to make it more meaningful.
It’s the best of both worlds: “Going out for a healthy run and compassionately donating to a favorite local charity,” states McDermott.
About World Run Day
The World Run Day Event was the first “Virtual Running” event in the world. Originally started as the brainchild of competitive runner Bill McDermott, the event has been recognized by over 10,000 runners internationally. World Run Day is funded entirely by McDermott and has runners as its only sponsor(s). Runners of all abilities are represented. This is the signature event of World Run Day and occurs on the Sunday closest to Nov. 8 every year. The day originally started as an anniversary tribute to Bill’s brother, who died in a car accident Nov. 8, 1984.
Source: World Run Day
Categories: Philanthropy, Running, Global Running,
Tags: Challenge, Charity, Donation, Exercise, Fitness, Global, Jogging, November,Philanthropy, Running
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World Run Day 2022
Long Beach, NY, Aug 4, 2022 — With World Run Day registration sites in over 250 major USA cities, runners can once again celebrate their passion for running – universally. On Sunday, November 6th runners can submit their best time for 5k, 10k, 1/2 marathon and marathon distances from September thru November 6th.
The 24th annual event started the virtual run craze in the small city of Long Beach, NY back in 1999.
A new shirt design has been created for 2022 along with a medal every runner that registers will receive. Registration also includes a digital bib with the number 1 (for each participant).
Register at www.runsignup.com for the event. More information about the event is available at www.runday.com.
All participants print out a runner bib, run, and can donate to their favorite cause. Afterwards, they can enter distance & time results along with other runners worldwide.
World Run Day Event Director, Bill McDermott, of Long Beach, NY created the event, helped design the shirt logo over the summer and designed the medal for distribution to passionate runners. “Many charities are still suffering this year, due to the pandemic, and it’s a good reason to run for them”, states McDermott. “Let the runner decide,” has been the motto of the event since its inception, and it continues today. This year with the War in Ukraine, the Hurricanes in Florida, Puerto Rico, and elsewhere, and many other charitable causes, every runner can make a difference.
With over 10,000 participants over its 24-year history, primarily in the USA, the event still looks for global runners to make it more meaningful.
It’s the best of both worlds: “Going out for a healthy run and compassionately donating to a favorite local charity,” states McDermott.
About World Run Day
The World Run Day Event was the first “Virtual Running” event in the world. Originally started as the brainchild of competitive runner Bill McDermott, the event has been recognized by over 10,000 runners internationally. World Run Day is funded entirely by McDermott and has runners as its only sponsor(s). Runners of all abilities are represented. This is the signature event of World Run Day and occurs on the Sunday closest to Nov. 8 every year. The day originally started as an anniversary tribute to Bill’s brother, who died in a car accident Nov. 8, 1984.
Source: World Run Day
Categories: Philanthropy, Running, Global Running,
Tags: Challenge, Charity, Donation, Exercise, Fitness, Global, Jogging, November,Philanthropy, Running
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