Oldtown Run Club's 500-Mile 9/11 Commemorative Journey to Ground Zero

A Journey of Remembrance

• 🏃‍♀️ Over 50 runners from the Oldtown Run Club in Alexandria, Virginia completed a 500-mile journey over 5 days to commemorate 9/11.
• 📍 The powerful route started in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, at the site of United Flight 93, proceeded to the Pentagon, and concluded at Ground Zero in lower Manhattan.

Community Support and Motivation

• 🤝 The runners experienced significant community support along their route, with locals offering water and honking in encouragement.
• 💖 This annual event is in its second year, expanding the route to include Shanksville after requests from participants.

Fundraising for First Responders

• 💰 The run successfully raised thousands of dollars for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
• 🏡 This foundation provides mortgage-free homes and support to families of fallen first responders and service members.

Personal Reflections and Sacrifice

• 🎖️ Active duty service members Donna Woo and Cameron Coro highlighted the importance of community and reflecting on the sacrifices made by individuals.
• 🔥 Ken Corrian, a 9/11 first responder, expressed how the runners' dedication reignited his spirit.

Future Aspirations

• 🎯 The Run Club aims to grow the event to 100 runners for the same route next year.