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23rd Annual NAACP George V. Tankard Jr. Memorial 5K Road Race & 1-Mile Fun Run

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Join us for the 23rd Annual NAACP George V. Tankard Jr. Memorial 5K Road Race & 1-Mile Fun Run β€” a cherished Vineyard tradition promoting health, unity, and educational equity. πŸ‚πŸƒπŸΎβ€β™€οΈ

Date & Time:
πŸ“… Saturday, September 20, 2025
πŸ•˜ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
πŸ“ Rain Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025

Location:
🌳 Ocean Park
1 Seaview Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ 9:00 AM – 1-Mile Fun Run (Ages 12 & under)
🏁 9:30 AM – 5K Road Race/Walk (USATF-certified course)
🎽 All 5K participants receive a commemorative T-shirt & race bib!

This exciting community event supports the NAACP Martha’s Vineyard Branch Scholarship Fund, awarding college-bound Island seniors who embody the values of civil rights, leadership, and civic engagement.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a proud supporter cheering from the sidelines β€” come out and help us build a stronger, more inclusive Martha’s Vineyard.

🎟️ Register Now:
πŸ‘‰ https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/OakBluffs/NAACPGEORGEVTANKARDJRMEMORIAL5KROADRACEAND1MILEFUNRUN

πŸ’› All proceeds directly benefit Island youth
πŸ“Έ Family-friendly | All ages welcome | Rain or shine!

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