Doughnuts Equal Dollars in 3rd Annual Krispy Kreme Run 4 Reading Race

February 03, 2017

Quick Facts

bullet point There are two new additions to the race this year: official timing; and a junior challenge--four miles and six doughnuts--for racers 14 and younger.
bullet point All money raised goes to the Early Learning Partnership of York County.

Quick Facts

bullet point There are two new additions to the race this year: official timing; and a junior challenge--four miles and six doughnuts--for racers 14 and younger.
bullet point All money raised goes to the Early Learning Partnership of York County.

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ROCK HILL, SOUTH CAROLINA - Early Learning Partnership of York County Director Teresa Creech promises "something fun for everyone" for the 3rd Annual Krispy Kreme Run 4 Reading Race on March 4.

"If you are a serious runner, then check out your time for the four-mile course," she said. "If you love doughnuts, lots of doughnuts, then give the Challenge a try. If you can't run a long distance, then grab some friends and do the relay where you each run or walk one mile. Wear a costume!"

The four-mile loop begins at 8 a.m. downtown at Fountain Park with a brief stop on the Winthrop University campus, where runners in the Challenge category will down a dozen doughnuts before racing back to the finish line.

If you haven't been blessed with an iron stomach, you can sign up for the casual run: four miles with 12 doughnuts to share at the end. Another option is the book relay, with each team member completing one mile each.

Race organizers have also debuted a new Krispy Kreme challenge: a Junior Challenge featuring four miles and six doughnuts for children ages 14 and younger.

Doughnuts equal dollars in this fun event: All money raised goes to the Early Learning Partnership of York County, a nonprofit organization that develops and promotes programs supporting the health and academic readiness of children five years old and younger in the local community. The 2016 race netted $19,000.

Creech said the race supports a very worthy cause. Most brain development happens in the first 18 months of a child's life, opening the pathways to increased learning, she said.

"That is why reading aloud and snuggling with a child is so important," she said. "So join us as we prepare children, birth to age five, for school readiness in York County!"

Race registration opens Feb. 5 and volunteers are needed.. Regular registration rates are $35 opening day; $40 between Feb. 6-March 3; and $45 on race day. Prices differ depending on which challenge you accept. Registration includes a T-shirt.

For more information, visit the official race website.


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