Event Description
About the Campaign
The annual Jeffrey Ray Davis Sepsis Challenge is back for a 5th year, and back with a twist! Join other sepsis awareness advocates on May 5th at America the Beautiful Park for a 5K COLOR RUN!
Sepsis and Sepsis Alliance
Sepsis is the body's overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection, which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. Learn more about the symptoms of sepsis, which kills more than 258,000 Americans each year.
Sepsis is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. (after heart disease and cancer). There are more than 1.6 million cases of sepsis every year and survivors often face long-term effects post-sepsis, including amputations, anxiety, memory loss, chronic pain and fatigue, and more. Almost 60% of sepsis survivors experience worsened cognitive (mental) and/or physical function.
Sepsis Alliance is the nation's leading sepsis advocacy organization, dedicated to saving lives and reducing suffereing by raising awareness of sepsis as a medical emergency. A 501(c)(3) organization, Sepsis Alliance was founded by Dr. Carl Flatley after the sudden, unnecessary death of his daughter Erin to a disease he had never even heard of. Sepsis Alliance produces and distributes educational materials for patients, families, and health providers on sepsis prevention, early recognition, and treatment. The organization also offers support to patients, sepsis survivors, and family members through its sepsis.org website. The organization founded Sepsis Awareness Month in 2011, and works with partners to host community outreach events across North America. Since Sepsis Alliance began its mission, sepsis awareness has increased almost threefold, from 19% to 58%. For more information on Sepsis Alliance, a GuideStar Gold-rated charity, please visit http://www.sepsis.org/.
Jeff's Story
http://www.sepsis.org/faces/jeffrey-davis/
Event details and schedule
Race Information:
- Registration is $40 through April 5 and includes an event t-shirt
- Registration is $45 April 6-May 5 and t-shirts are given on a first come first served basis (sizes not guaranteed)
- Day of registration and check-in will be open from 8:30-9:30 AM
- Opening Remarks will begin at 9:30 AM
- The 5K will start at 10 AM
- This will be a professionally timed event and medals will be given out to the top 2 finishers in 3 different age groups, male and female.
This is a color run so come prepared in clothes that can get colorful (and maybe a change of clothes for the car ride home).
After the race there will be a silent auction with some exciting prizes. The silent auction will begin at 9 AM and close 30 minutes after the last finisher.
You can participate as an individual or create a fundraising team to raise awareness and funds together.
For anyone who cannot attend but wishes to support the cause, it is easy to do so. You can click on the "Donate" button at the top of the page. All funds will go directly towards education and awareness programs implemented by Sepsis Alliance.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Our sponsorship packages offer businesses and individuals an opportunity to gain exposure as outstanding members and supporters of our community. We have developed a set of sponsorships for all budgets and commitment levels. To become a sponsor, contact Alex at asadorf@sepsis.org.
Can't attend? You can still participate by purchasing the "Honor Jeff From Home" ticket and running or walking in your city. This is a great way to show your support! T-Shirt is not included in this registration, however you may contact us to order one.
