340 runners raced in 2023’s 2nd annual race, raising $24,000 towards supporting students at Refugee Hope Partners!
Interested in sponsoring the 3rd annual Bridge the Gap 5k ? Contact Julie Owen at Julie@refugeehopepartners.org
** T-shirts available for order through 4/21. We have a **LIMITED** number of extra shirts for this year’s race available for purchase. If you want to give it a shot, feel free to come and try to claim one of these extras during packet pick-up or before the race on Saturday. Again, these are LIMITED and by no means guaranteed. If you purchased a t-shirt with your registration you will receive your shirt with your packet.
Not into walking / running or looking for a way to serve? Join our Race Day Crew as a Volunteer!
It takes 50+ volunteers to make the magic happen!
Questions about volunteering on race day? Contact Jennifer Taylor at Jennifer@refugeehopepartners.org
Registration Questions
How do I register?
You MUST REGISTER ONLINE, online registration is available until the race starts.
Can I pick up a packet for a friend of family member?
Yes, please know their full names for packet pick up
Am I guaranteed a race shirt?
No - Only racers that select the purchase of shirt during their registration process will receive a shirt. T-shirts available for order through 4/21. We will have a **LIMITED** number of extra shirts for this year’s race available for purchase. If you want to give it a shot, feel free to come and try to claim one of these extras during packet pick-up or before the race on Saturday. Again, these are LIMITED and by no means guaranteed. If you purchased a t-shirt with your registration you will receive your shirt with your packet at packet pick-up.
What type of timing is being used?
FS Series will be timing the event. Your timing chip will be on the back of your racing number bib. Participants must wear their number on the FRONT of their outer most garment.
RACE DAY QUESTIONS
What time does the race start?
8:00am
What if it is raining on race morning?
The race will happen rain or shine.
When should I arrive?
Most runners plan to arrive at an event 1 hour prior to race start time. If you have not picked up your packet at a packet pick up, please arrive at least 1 hour in advance of race start. We ask that all runners to be present by 7:30am.
How long will it take to find a place to park?
Around 5 minutes as there is ample and convenient parking available at the race start location.
Where do I park?
All participants will park in the lots at Christ Baptist Church.
Are baby joggers/baby strollers allowed in the race?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack.
Are walkers allowed to participate?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack.
IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT Anna Christian Allen at Annac@refugeehopepartners.org
Refugee Hope Partners strives to Bridge the Gap between a refugee and a thriving life. Our mission is to engage, equip and encourage our refugee neighbors so that ALL may thrive.
We do this through four pillars of service:
Education and Enrichment
Health and Wellness
Faith and Community
Equipping and Advocacy'
Monies raised for this event will be used to fund RHP and programs of the Organization.
SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP ONLINE
Or mail a check to Refugee Hope Partners at PO Box 99586 Raleigh, NC 27624