Race for Justice FAQ
1. What do you do with the registration fee money?
The proceeds from the Race will be donated to LRAP (Loan Repayment Assistance Program), a program that assists law grads who pursue public interest law work in paying law school loans. Participants from other Twin Cities law schools are encouraged to identify their school on their registration form- The proceeds from entry fees from Hamline, William Mitchell, and St. Thomas community members will go towards the general fund of LRAP-MN, supporting law grads from all schools.
2. Do I get anything for participating?
Every participant who registers prior to the registration deadline is guaranteed a Race for Justice 5K T-Shirt. (Long sleeve t-shirts for adults, short sleeve for kids ages 6-12. Race goodies for kids 0-5.) T-Shirt supplies will be limited for those who register after the early registration deadline or on race-day. Each participant receives a race bag, with information and goodies, and we are working on having something special just for kids.
3. Do you have awards for the race winner/age group winners?
Awards will be given for the top three runners, male and female, as well as to the top male and female law students. The top runners will be recognized at the Race. What these awards will be has yet to be determined, and will be based on what we are able to secure through sponsorships and donations.
4. Is online registration legitimate?
Absolutely. In fact, we prefer that you register online if at all possible. Active.com is a highly reputable web-based resource for fitness events nationwide. For more questions on their service, refer to their website www.active.com. In order to register online, you need to use a credit/debit card, but it is a very easy and secure tool. Keep in mind Active.com applies a small convenience charge for registering online.
5. Is this the same 5K run/walk that was held last year? How do I get there?
Yes. This is the 6th Annual Race for Justice and it’s getting bigger every year. Like last year, the course begins and ends on Nicollet Island. Check-in and Race-day registration are located on the grassy area in front of the Nicollet Island Pavilion, conveniently located off of the Hennepin Avenue Bridge near the Main Street/St. Anthony area. There are several bus routes serving the area, and there is some parking available.
6. Is the Race for Justice limited to law students and faculty/staff only?
No! The Race for Justice is open to the entire community. Feel free to invite friends and family members to participate. In addition to other local runners/walkers, we are expecting many members of the Twin Cities area legal community to participate, so it’s also a great networking opportunity. All abilities are welcome- and strollers too!