Join us for the 23rd Annual NAACP George V. Tankard Jr. Memorial 5K Road Race & 1-Mile Fun Run — a cherished Vineyard tradition promoting health, unity, and educational equity. 🍂🏃🏾♀️
Date & Time:
📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Rain Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
Location:
🌳 Ocean Park
1 Seaview Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
🏃♂️ 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 — come out and help us build a stronger, more inclusive Martha’s Vineyard.
🎟️ Register Now:
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https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/OakBluffs/NAACPGEORGEVTANKARDJRMEMORIAL5KROADRACEAND1MILEFUNRUN
💛 All proceeds directly benefit Island youth
📸 Family-friendly | All ages welcome | Rain or shine!
Contact Us:
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