Team MassME 5K

MassME will participate again in the wonderful Boston Waterfront 5K event on September 12. Our team will raise funds for our programs and increase public awareness of ME/CFS and Long COVID.  We also have a lot of fun at this event, so please join us!

We recognize that it might seem strange for MassME to participate in an athletic event to raise awareness about diseases that prevent so many from even leaving their homes. But telling our stories in this context can be powerful. This year we have three ways that you can participate as a member of Team MassME:

1) Join us in person. Register for the event, and you’ll be given access to a personal fundraising page that you can share with your friends, family, and network. Tell your own story or that of someone on whose behalf you are participating. Then join us on September 12th as we walk, run, or roll the beautiful course along the waterfront. All speeds and abilities are welcome!

2) Join us virtually. This year we welcome team members to participate from their homes. On September 12th join other virtual participants on a joyful MassME-hosted Zoom event. Register as an event participant and share your story on your personal fundraising page.

3) Have someone run in your name. We’re partnering with running clubs and individuals, pairing able-bodied runners with people who may not have the spoons to participate either in person or virtually. We’ll ask you to send us your story, and a photo or two. Then we’ll find someone to fundraise and run in your name.

If you can participate in person or virtually, click here to register. (There is a $38 registration fee.) We’ll follow up with a hearty welcome and a team t-shirt, as well as helpful instructions on setting up your fundraising page.

If you would like to have someone run in your name, or have questions about this event, please send an email to Susan Buckley at susanb@massmecfs.org.