Contact: Martha Schieber,
Vitae Foundation,
573-634-4316 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Sept. 3, 2014 /
Christian Newswire/ --
Vitae Foundation and
LIFE Runners are
hosting America's First Pro-Life Half Marathon/5K on Sunday, Nov. 9,
2014, at Katy Trail State Park in Jefferson City, Mo. Registration will
begin at 7 a.m., with the races beginning at 8 a.m. The cost is $55
for the half marathon and $25 for the 5K and both include a historic
event shirt if you register before October 17. Late registration will
be $65 for the half marathon and $35 for the 5K. To register online go on the
Vitae's website.
"We're
excited to host America's very first pro-life half marathon on the
historic Katy Trail!" Vitae President Dr. Pat Castle stated. "Expect
many personal best finishes on this beautiful, flat, certified course
that takes you on Lewis and Clark's route along the scenic Missouri
River. We hope that Americans of all ages from coast to coast join this
first-ever pro-life event to run, walk, and cheer for a culture of
life! Whether you take a plane from the coast, hop a train in the
Midwest, or drive from within the Show-Me state, you will not be
disappointed-together, we are winning!"
Sponsorships are
available, which include company recognition on the back of the race
shirt and in the race programs. Company promotional items or materials
will be included in all race packets. There will be exhibit tables in
the registration area to distribute materials and information to
runners.
Many women feel scared and confused when facing an unplanned pregnancy. Vitae's goal is to use media to connect these women with local Pregnancy Help Centers where they can find caring support and resources.
Vitae
Foundation is a national non-profit organization which uses
non-confrontational mass media campaigns to reach women facing unplanned
pregnancies. Vitae pioneered the research that provides a
results-driven approach in using media to address the abortion issue.
In addition to Vitae's outreach websites, www.YourOptions.com and www.GravityTeen.com, Vitae's presence in 97 U.S. media markets has included ads on the Internet, television, radio, indoor and outdoor billboards, buses, bus caps, and subways.
The
National LIFE Runners Team is the world's largest pro-life
running/walking team. LIFE Runners relay across America every spring and
gather as a team for one national race each fall, and for many local
races throughout the year, raising prayers/awareness/funds for
Pregnancy Help Centers and the national Vitae Foundation. 
