Sinai Hospital's Race For Our Kids Uses Fun and Fitness to Enhance the Lives of Sick Children and Their Families

What:  Runners and walkers are lacing up their tennis shoes for Sinai Hospital's annual Race for Our Kids presented by ExpressCare Urgent Care Centers. The event raises funds to support our littlest patients, their families, and much needed programs and services at the Herman & Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai.

There are 5K and 10K road races, as well as a One Mile Family Fun Walk. There is something for everyone from the elite runner to the novice weekend warrior to young families.

When: Sunday, September 16
 10K at 8 a.m.
 5K and Family Walk at 8:25 a.m.

Where:   Across from Sinai Hospital @ the corner of Old Pimlico Road and Northern Parkway

Who: About 1,000 people are expected to participate. There will also be a post-race party, sponsored by The Classic Catering People.

   Why:  All proceeds from Race for Our Kids go to the Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai which is the very heart of family-centered care. From pediatric medicine to expert care in specialties such as cancer, neurologic disorders, bowel disease and diabetes, the Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai delivers individualized care focused on the family and patient. The family works alongside the clinical team to ensure the best outcomes for their sick child.

For more information and specifics about the event, log onto www.raceforourkids.org.