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 through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11,2001 and support 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 run in the Dayton region, and we are excited to bring together the community to honor first responders and veterans, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s 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 Pick Up
Packet Pick Up will be from Wednesday, 9/9 to Friday 9/11 from 5pm to 10 pm at 2236 Shadowood Cir Bellbrook, OH 45305
Day of Registration
Yes. Registration will open at 7 am the morning of the run. You’ll save time and money if you register before the day of the run when the prices increase. Your chances of getting a t-shirt/size are better when you sign up early!
Online Registration
Online registration will remain open until the start of the run.
Bib Number
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.
Frontline Position
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. The event is currently not timed. This may change as plans develop and sponsors sign up.
Water
Yes, a water station will be available along the route and there will be water available at the square.
What can you bring to the event?
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: Sugarcreek Township, OH 5K 2361 Hylan Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10306
Sponsorship & Donations
For sponsorship or to donate goods/services, please email [email protected]. We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s programs.
Registration Transfer & Refunds
Yes, registration may be transferred to another person by contacting us. No refunds are provided.
Volunteering
Yes. Email [email protected] to volunteer.
Receipts
Online registrants should receive an automatic receipt. Payment by credit card or check serves as a receipt. Cash payments require a receipt upon request.
Medical Staff
Yes, there will be an Emergency Medical Service team available on site with radio communication for the course. Tunnel to Towers follows all local health and safety regulations.
Fundraising Incentives
Yes, fundraising incentives are offered each year. Check our Fundraising Guide for details.