FAQ

Q: Where will the Race start and finish?
A: The start line is on Stadium Drive right outside the Tennessee Tech football stadium. The course will travel through the TN Tech campus, Cookeville's West Side and Historic Downtown before returning to the start/finish line.

Q: What are the different Race event options?
A: You may participate in the 5K (3.1 miles) Run, 5K (3.1 miles) Walk, One-Mile Family Fun Walk or Sleep in for the Cure. If you wish to participate in the 5K Competitive run, choose the CHIP TIMING option when registering. All participants will receive a 2011 Race for the Cure t-shirt included with your registration fee.

Q: Do I have to run, and is this really a “race”?
A: Most participants will be walking with the crowd. The front pack will be competitive runners used to 5 kilometer races. They will be competing for the fastest time overall and within age groups, but everyone else will just be enjoying the fellowship of all the people who chose to come out on a beautiful fall day to join the fight against breast cancer and to show their support. Teams will be wearing matching shirts or caps, and boosters will be lining the course cheering the participants on!

Q: How can I register for the Race?
A: Register online anytime before September 25^th.  Paper forms will be available at the Upper Cumberland office: 1 South Jefferson Ave. Suite 205 Cookeville, TN 38501. You can also pick up registration forms at many area businesses around Cookeville. Late registration details coming soon.

Q: Do I have to join a team?
A; You will have the choice to enter as a team member (where you work, a group of your friends, church group) or as an individual. Whatever might best work for you personally.

Q: Does the Race for the Cure encourage breast cancer survivors to participate?
A; You bet!  Survivors will be identified by a special colored race number they will wear. They will be recognized as a group at the start, and individually at the finish. The demonstration of a group of breast cancer survivors coming out together and completing the 5 kilometer race sends a powerful message to the community. The message is: we met breast cancer, we survived, and we won’t rest until this disease is wiped from the face of the earth! We will also have a special tent in race village for survivors which will include food and special giveways.

Q: What facilities for food, drink and bathrooms will be available?
A; We will have porta potties set up at TTU. There will be a couple of drink tables along the course where volunteers will hand out cold water. We would also encourage you to stick around town after the event to dine at one of Cookeville's fine eateries and share your recollections of this special day.

Q: What time will the events begin?
A: The Competitive 5K Run will begin at 2:00 pm., The One-Mile Family Fun Walk will begin around 2:15 a.m.

Q: Are strollers permitted at the Race?
A: Anyone using a stroller is strongly encouraged to participate in the one-mile family fun walk.

Q: May I bring my dog downtown for the Race?
A: Dogs are not permitted at the Race for the Cure for everyone’s safety.

Q: How can I help promote the Race for the Cure?
A: Talk to friends and family about it, help others get registered or post our 2011 posters around your neighborhood, office or local community center. You can also help by friending us on Facebook or following our tweets.

Q: Is there a fundraising minimum for all participants?
A: There is no minimum required amount. However, we encourage all participants to go above and beyond their registration fee. Click the Fundraising tab for tips and best practices on getting started.

Q: What if my donors want to make an offline donation via check or cash?
A: Please make all checks out to Komen Upper Cumberland and mail any contributions to: Komen Upper Cumberland, 1 South Jefferson Ave. Suite 205, Cookeville, TN  38501. To get credit please have your donor include your name in the memo line of the check or include your name and information on paper with the cash doantion.

Q: Do all team members need to participate in the same event?
A: No, team members may participate in any event they’d like and still be a part of the team. (Even Sleep in for the Cure, be sure and contact your relatives out of town for this option)

Q: How many people are required to be on a team?
A: There is no minimum and no maximum number.