Atlanta’s DEAR JOHN 5K began in February 2020 to celebrate the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis.
Proceeds support various local causes and the search for an end to pancreatic cancer that claimed Mr. Lewis's life in July of 2020.
Due to Covid-19, the 2021 race will be a VIRTUAL 5K taking place from Feb. 19-21. The 21st would have been the 81st birthday of Mr. Lewis, so it’s a great weekend to celebrate his life.
Anyone anywhere can be part of this event. You can run the scenic route along the John Lewis Freedom Trail (from Ponce de Leon to Old Fourth Ward) that we traveled last year or come up with your own. Tag #dearjohn5k and share your thoughts and pix. Connect on Facebook or Twitter/@dearjohn5K too.
All entrants will receive a tshirt - and possibly a surprise gift - in the mail. Funds will support PANCAN (pancreatic cancer research) and Atlanta’s Neighbor in Need (helping low-income, elderly homeowners live safely and comfortably in place with emergency home repairs). SIGN UP HERE TODAY!
Thanks so much to American Spirit Whiskey, Waller’s Coffee Shop, and Velocity Screen Print for their support of this event. If you’re interested in sponsoring, or providing some fun treats for entrants, email me (boyd at wondershopatl org)