Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Center
Unfortunately, 2020 is not turning out to be the year anyone expected. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on this country and the Quad Cities community is no exception. Knowing that it is impossible to predict what regulations may be in place and/or individual comfort levels, RAR2020 will now shift to a virtual event.
“IHMVCU has been a proud supporter of YWCA Quad Cities’ Race Against Racism from the very beginning because we know diversity, equity and inclusion are necessary in our communities and workplaces,” says Brian Laufenberg, IHMVCU President & CEO (RAR2020 Presenting Sponsor).
The COVID-19 pandemic has not and will not stop us at YWCA Quad Cities; our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women still continues – more so now than ever before! We believe this starts with recognizing our country’s long history with racism and its impact on our systems, structures and institutions. If we want a just, peaceful society, it is our mutual responsibility to address racism and we encourage everyone to do just that by participating in the VIRTUAL RAR2020.
Laufenberg further states, “While this year’s race looks different, the mission of the YWCA is still the same; we invite you to join us as we race against racism.” “We all know a 5k race cannot end racism, but what it CAN and WILL do is provide an opportunity for our community to come together, have some fun and show our united support for making a difference, wherever that might be in the Quad Cities,” adds Julie Larson, President/CEO YWCA Quad Cities.
A special recognition ceremony to honor Race Against Racism 2020 Honorees is currently being planned. Due to the current COVID restrictions and not knowing what those restrictions may be in place during the month of October, we are working carefully on the logistics of this ceremony and details with be forthcoming.
EVENT INFORMATION
Anytime during the month of October (October 1-31, 2020), the public is invited to lace up their running/walking shoes and hit the pavement to take a stand against racism. Traditionally, Race Against Racism has presented two options: a 5k (run or walk) and a 1-mile fun. Since shifting to a virtual event, participants can run or walk 10 miles, 2 miles, jog around the block, etc. Further, it’s not just limited to running or walking; participants are encouraged to walk, run, bike, skateboard, rollerblade or whatever works for them on their own, with their family, or a socially distant group! Participants will connect their experiences and offer encouragement to others by posting on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter and tagging us and utilizing the hashtag #RaceAgainstRacismYWCAQC.
There will now be one registration fee ($30/per person OR $20/per child up to age 12), which includes a t-shirt. Masks and doggie bandanas will be available for additional purchase. CLICK HERE to register. A no-contact packet pick-up will held on September 28th and 29th. For those unable to attend packet pick-up, no worries – we can ship their registration goodies.
A gracious thank you to PRESENTING SPONSOR, I H Mississippi Valley Credit Union, as well as all other sponsors, who support this decision and will continue as a sponsor of Race Against Racism 2020 on the new date. Additional sponsors included: PEACE Sponsors: Arconic, Cobham Mission Systems, Group O and UnityPoint Health-Trinity; JUSTICE Sponsors: American Bank, Bush Construction, Huiskamp Collins Investments, Russell and Virdi Eye Clinic; MERCHANDISE SPONSOR: Advantage Advertising; FREEDOM Sponsors: Quad City Bank & Trust and Lundgren Family Chiropractic; DIGNITY Sponsors: Nancy Nolan, Total Solutions, and Tyson. Sponsorship opportunities are still available.
Event Location: YWCA Quad Cities 1225 E. River Drive, Suite 110 (Iowa Empowerment Center) Davenport, Iowa 52803
Get Directions: Phone: 563.340.0310
Event Category: Virtual
Admission Fee: $30.00--age 13 and over; $20--up to age 12
Website: www.ywcaqc.org
Email: dwoodall@qcywca.org
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