FAQ

Inspire hope. | Race for the Cure | Raleigh, NC | June 9, 2012

GENERAL RACE INFORMATION

Q: How do I register?
A: Use our online registration form. If you have problems registering, please email us at registration@komennctriangle.org or call 1-877-506-7501.  
 
Q: What is Sleep In for the Cure®?  
A: Sleep In for the Cure allows friends and family to join your team and support the Race if they are out of town or just want to sleep in on Race Day. Sleep In for the Cure participants will receive a Race t-shirt and bib in the mail.

Q: Do I have to be a runner to register for the Race?
A: No. Actually about 95% of our participants walk rather than run. You will want to register for one of the recreational Races if you plan to walk.

Q: How long is the Race?
A: The Race is a USATF Certified 5K route (3.1 miles). There is also a 1-mile route. You may choose to walk or run either route. If you are unable to run or walk on Race Day you might consider registering to Sleep In for the Cure.

Q: What is the Race route?
A: Click here to view the 2012 Race route.

Q: Do children have to pay to participate in the Race?
A: Children 5 and under are free; however, if you want your child to be recognized as a Race participant and receive a bib and youth-sized Race T-shirt, they must register.

Q: What are the deadlines to register?
A: Paper Entry Form Registration: June 9, 2012
Online Registration: 11:59 p.m. June 7
Team Registration to be included in the team box: 11:59 p.m. May 22

Q: What portion of my registration fee is tax deductible?
A: No, registration fees are not tax-deductible. However, any donations that you make to the Race may be tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted under the law.

RAY DAY INFORMATION

Q: Where should I park on Race day?
A: Parking is available at the RBC Center and buses will shuttle people to Meredith’s campus beginning at 5:30 a.m. CLICK HEREfor more information on parking and directions.

Q: Where is the handicapped parking ?
A: All handicapped parking is at the RBC Center. There will be plenty of handicapped accessible buses available as well as assistance at the RBC Center for anyone who needs it.

Q: Does the Race recognize breast cancer survivors?
A: Yes! The Race honors survivors for both their journey and their contributions to finding a cure for breast cancer. Please visit the Survivors section for more information on our survivor program.

Q: Are strollers allowed at the Race?
A: Strollers are permitted in all of the events. For your safety and the safety of others, we encourage participants with strollers to start near the end of the events.

Q: Are pets, rollerblades, skateboards or bikes allowed at the Race?
A: Due to large number of participants and concern for your pet’s safety, please do NOT bring pets to the event. For the safety of all participants we discourage the use of inline skates and recreational scooters.

T-SHIRT INFORMATION
 
Q: What sizes do the T-shirts come in?
A: Youth sizes Small and Medium
    Adult sizes Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large, and XXX-Large. 
    T-shirts are first-come, first-served basis.  T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed.

Q: I paid extra to have my t-shirt mailed. When will it be mailed?
A: T-shirts will be mailed in June (Date TBD) for those who registered before May . If you registered after this date, you t-shirt will be mailed the week after the Race.
 
Q: If I register for the Race, am I guaranteed a t-shirt?
A: We can only guarantee t-shirts for the first 22,000 people. We strongly recommend that you pick up your packet including your shirt the week before the Race. 
 
Q: If I miss the Race, will you mail me my T-shirt?
A: No, Race t-shirts cannot be mailed post-Race due to budgetary constraints.  You can however pay an additional $8.00 during your registration and we will mail you your shirt.
 
Q: Where do I pickup my t-shirt and bib?
A: Race packets including t-shirts and Race bibs will be available for pickup on the following dates.

June 4th – Individual Packet Pickup – 6-8:30 pm – Location TBD
June 5th – Individual Packet Pickup – 6-8:30 pm – Location TBD
June 6th – Individual Packet Pickup – 6-8:30 pm – Location TBD
June 7th – Individual Packet Pickup – 6-8:30 pm – Location TBD
June 8th – Individual Packet Pickup at Meredith College 

Q: I’m a Survivor. Where do I pick up my pink t-shirt & cap?
A: Survivors may pick up their pink t-shirts at the packet pickup locations or at the t-shirt tent on Race day. The pink caps will be at the Survivor Pavilion on Race day.
 
Q: How can I pay tribute to someone special at the Race?
A: "In Memory of" and "In Celebration of" back signs will be available on Race Day in the registration and Survivor Pavilion area. Use as many of these as you like to honor those you love who have been affected by breast cancer.

PARTICIPANT CENTER INFORMATION

Q: I forgot my username or password. How can I find out what they are?
A: CLICK HERE and scroll to the boxes marked "Forgot my …" fill in the appropriate information and your username or password will be emailed to you. If you still have problems, please e-mail us at registration@komennctrianlge.org.

Q: What is a Personal Page?
A: A personal page is an online promotional tool for your use when asking your friends and family to join your team or sponsor you by making a donation. Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. You have the option of personalizing this page by going to your participant center. You will be able to customize images, text and the style/color layout of the page.

Q: By default I have a personal page, do I have to change it?
A: Once you sign up for the Race online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. A compelling personal page attracts and engages supporters. While you can spread the word using customized e-mail solicitations, your personal campaign page can be your own creative expression of your commitment to the cause. Customize your page by selecting the layout and style that work best for you. Utilize the elements of text, photo and status indicators to their fullest advantage.

Q: What is the difference between making my personal page private or public?
A: By default, a personal page is Public, meaning your name will appear in the participant search list, and anyone accessing the site will be able to support you. Setting your personal page to Private means your name will not appear in the participant search list, and only people you personally invite will be able to support you.

FUNDRAISING INFORMATION

Q:  Do I have to collect donations to participate in the Race?
A:  No, it is not required. However, participant fundraising is critical to the success of the Race and the programs funded by Komen NC Triangle.

Q: Where does my money go?
A: We maintain the philosophy of “what is raised here stays here” with 75 percent of net proceeds being used for local programs, and 25 percent used to fund breast cancer research nationally. The Komen NC Triangle Affiliate serves 20 counties in North Carolina. Counties include Caswell, Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Granville, Halifax, Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Nash, Northampton, Moore, Orange, Person, Pit, Scotland, Vance, and Wake.  Many of the counties outside of our service area share health services and resources with our current affiliate counties. This means that NC Triangle funds impact communities that span beyond our designated service area.
 
Q: How do I enter my offline donations in my Participant Center?
A: When you receive a cash or check donation, you can enter it in your Participant Center so that your fundraising thermometer changes. Log into your Participant Center, click on "My Progress" on the right and find the link "Enter Gifts Received Offline." Click that link and then enter each offline gift received. Mail your offline donations to the following address or drop them off at the Donations tent during Race weekend. Be sure to mark your donations so they get credited correctly.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure – NC Triangle Affiliate
133 Fayetteville Street, Suite 300
Raleigh, NC 27613