What is a Tunnel To Towers Run & Walk?

The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running 3 miles through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. We honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 by supporting our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty! For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit www.t2t.org . This will be the first year in Texarkana, TX we are excited to bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers programs.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

This is a 5K (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event. Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Packet Pickup

Packets can be picked at the Racquet & Jog (3435 Richmond Rd, Texarkana, TX, 75503).

Day-of Registration

Yes. Registration will open at 4:30 PM in the afternoon of the run. If you wait to register, we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

Online Registration Closing

Online registration will close on Friday, September 11th at 5:30 PM.

Bib Number Policy

Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment. Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

Seeding for Fast Runners

Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral (arrive early).

Awards

Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders, most of our awards are based on firefighters, police or military running in gear in the same fashion that Stephen Siller did on 9/11. This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.

Water Station

Yes, a water station will be available along the route.

What can you bring?

Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted. Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle. All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk. Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

Fundraising

Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event. You can start your own fundraising page once registered. Offline donations can be mailed to: Tunnel to Towers Foundation Attn: Dayna Marsh 2361 Hylan Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10306.

Sponsorship & Donations

For sponsorship, goods, or services donations, please contact [email protected].

Registration Transfers & Refunds

Registration may be transferred to another person by contacting [email protected]. We do not provide refunds for the event.

Volunteering

Register online as a volunteer! Volunteers are always needed for the day of festivities.

Receipts

You should automatically receive a receipt when registering online. If paying by credit card or check, that is your receipt. If paying in cash, receipt upon request.

Medical Staff

Yes, there will be an Emergency Medical Service team available on site. There is also radio communication available on the course to help communicate with the EMS.

Fundraising Incentives

Yes, we offer fundraising incentives each year; check out our latest in our Fundraising Guide.