MINNEAPOLIS – Frankie’s Friends’ third annual 5k run or walk fundraiser to help Twin Cities’ pets is scheduled to be held August 3 at Lake Harriet.
The fundraiser, Frankie’s Fun Run, is for people and pets and benefits pets whose families otherwise would not be able to afford life-saving emergency or specialty treatment.
"Each year we've been able to provide more help to pets whose families struggle financially," said Marcie Wagner, development director of Frankie's Friends in Minnesota. "Hopefully this year will be no exception and we'll be able to do even more with the continued support from our wonderful community."
The race starts at 9:30 a.m. and individuals can register in advance or the day of the event to participate.
Individuals participating in the race will receive a t-shirt, lunch and a chance to enter and win prizes.
Registration costs $40 and can be made in advance online at http://www.frankiesfriends.com, or in person starting at 8 a.m. the morning of the event. Registered participants need to pick up their t-shirts and race numbers between 8 to 8:45 a.m.
Participants should meet at Beard’s Plaisance Park on the west side of Lake Harriet, located at 4135 West Lake Harriet Parkway in Minneapolis.
About 200 people are expected to participate.
For more information, visit the Frankie’s Friends website at frankiesfriends.com or call the event hotline at 1.888.917.4467.
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| Date: July 11, 2013Contact: James P. Judge
Media & Public Relations ManagerFrankie’s Friends 813.549.7688, office james.judge@bluepearlvet.com |