race against racism 2011:

YWCA Northern Rhode Island sponsored a Race Against Racism. This 5K Run/Walk was held to unite people of all races, demonstrate our community's commitment to eliminating racism, and celebrate our diversity. Proceeds support community and racial justice efforts. Event partners included Copswalk 2011, Family Resources Community Action, Landmark Medical Center, LISC Rhode Island, NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, Northern Rhode Island Area Health Education Center, RiverzEdge Arts Project, Thundermist Health Center, and Woonsocket Prevention Coalition.

The 5K Run/Walk was held on Sunday, April 10 at 10am in River Island Park, Woonsocket. The race was professionally timed. Prizes were awarded to the top three male and female finishers. First place age division winners were also awarded for male and female finishers (no double dipping): under 18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

Thank you!

Race Committee:
Susan Donahue, DC, Race Chair
Tracey Abrams
Linda Andrews
Scott Brodeur
Carter Coverdale
Joyce Dolbec
Vivian Godin
Rebekah Greenwald
Maryanne Harmsen
Margaux Morisseau
Deborah L. Perry
Vimala Phongsavanh
Lisa Piscatelli
Ckarla Silva
Amy Stein
Shanna Wells
Carrie Zaslow

Partner Organizations:
Copswalk 2011
Family Resources Community Action
Landmark Medical Center
LISC Rhode Island
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley
Northern Rhode Island Area Health Education Center
RiverzEdge Arts Project
Thundermist Health Center
Woonsocket Prevention Coalition
YWCA Northern Rhode Island

Race Sponsors - Step Ahead:
Neighborhood Health Plan of RI
Northwest Woolen Mills/The HeatSmart Campaign
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Race Sponsors - Pace Setter:
Attorney Susan Gershkoff
Physical Therapy Plus
Thundermist Health Center
Woonsocket Lions Club

Race Sponsors - In Kind:
American Legion Post 85
Cactus Grill
The Call
RiverzEdge Arts Project
Road ID
Sodexo
Staples
WOON 1240

Race Sponsors - Prizes:
Asia Grille
Copswalk 2011
Family Resources Community Action
Northern Rhode Island Area Health Education Center
Judith Potter Photography
Road ID
Thundermist Health Center
Trattoria Romana

Race Volunteers: Thank you also to our race day volunteers!