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ImageAngel Run 12/3 – can still register online
Registration is still open for the 12th MFi Angel Run which will take place on Sunday, December 3, 2017 starting at 12:30pm at Medfield High School. Please note this is a new start time.
Registration is available for $30.00 per person. Online registration closes on November 26, 2017 at Midnight. If you miss the online registration, you can register at the race on December 3 beginning at 11:00am in the Medfield High School cafeteria.
If you prefer to print and mail in your registration, you can download our registration form. Please be kind and print clearly. Mail-in forms must be received by November 25, 2017.
For anyone who hasn’t done the Angel Run in the past, this is usually a certified* 5K (see caveat below) with chip timing for the serious runner but it is also a fun-run and walk for anyone looking to enjoy the kick-off to the holiday season. From decorations all along the course to musicians and carolers to an amazing after-party, there’s something for everyone.
For up-to-date information, please Like Medfield Foundation on Facebook or Follow Medfield Foundation on Twitter. We look forward to seeing you in December at the Angel Run!
The Course
The Angel Run course is a USATF certified* 5K. Once again this year we will be offering chip timing to ensure accurate results for all participants. The race begins and ends at Medfield High School.
*Due to continued road construction on the Philip Street bridge, the 2017 course has been modified and is not USATF certified this year. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If the bridge construction is completed prior to the race, we will revert back to the original certified course. The modified route is posted below.
5K Training Plan
Are you getting ready to do your first 5K or trying to improve your overall performance? Download this 5K training plan and you’ll be ready to go in time for the 2017 Angel Run.
Jingle All the Way!
Enjoy this great kick-off to the holiday season that is sure to get you in the spirit. Over 1,300 enthusiastic runners, walkers, and volunteers – many with sleigh bells on their sneakers and holiday costumes – descend on the festively decorated race course while enjoying entertainment by carolers, and each other as they jingle their way to the finish line!
The Angel Run is open to the public with all ages encouraged to participate. Run, walk, push your stroller, bring your leashed dog, or volunteer…and feel free to costume up for this festive family event!
Upon finishing the route you will receive your race times and are invited to join us at the finish line for a Post Race Party.
Be a Volunteer!
In order to be race day ready we need your help. More than 1,300 runners will descend on the course at noon on December 3rd and there is much to do to be prepared. Please consider signing up for a small task many of which do not conflict with participating in the event.
Want to get involved? Visit our Sign-Up Genius page to pick the volunteer role that’s perfect for you. All volunteers welcome!
Do You Love to Sing?
Then the Angel Run is looking for you!
We are looking for a Medfield middle school or high school student to sing the National Anthem at the beginning of our race on Sunday, 12/3 at 12:30pm. To be considered for this honor, please enter our Sing the National Anthem contest!
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- When: Accepting entries now through 11/1
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- What: Videotape yourself singing the National Anthem a cappella. Entries will be accepted as a solo, duet or group.
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- How: Submissions are no longer being accepted. Thank you to everyone who entered. We will be notifying the winner shortly. Good luck to everyone.
ntries will be reviewed and a winner will be selected by the Angel Run Planning Committee. Winner will be notified by 11/27 and also announced on Facebook and Twitter. Download the Official Rules for more information.
History
In 2006 family and friends of Natasha Domeshek organized the Angel Run as an MFI Initiative in remembrance of their beloved third grader. Once the initial goals of the Angel Run were reached in 2012, the Medfield Foundation Board decided to continue the holiday tradition. Since then, the majority of the proceeds support town residents in need.
Thank you to our corporate sponsors to date!
Official Presenting Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Dunkin’ Donuts of Medfield and Westwood
Silver Sponsors
Friends of Medfield Foundation
- SEPAC
- Beginning Years
- J&L Musto Construction Inc.
- Thomas Family Dental
- Dedham Savings
- Marcus Partners
- Michele Grondin Graphic Design
- A&D Appliance Center
- Wills Hardware
- Noon Hill Grill
- Starr and Glick Orthodontics
- Medfield Veterinary Clinic
- Blue Moon Bagel Café
- Starbucks Coffee
Thank You Sponsors!
Be a part of the season of giving through the Medfield Foundation by participating as a corporate sponsor. Your business will receive great exposure on the backs of over 1,000 runner shirts. Thank you to those already sponsoring the 2017 event. To join as a sponsor contact us.
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Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention
The Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention, is a newly formed steering-committee (created September 2017) of community members/professionals who desire to create a coalition that promotes mental health resources. We recognize that a public health crisis has touched our town and by coming together, we can form an initiative that raises awareness and has the potential to save lives . The MCSP has created this GoFundMe account in order to raise funds that will:
- hire a consultant to effectively guide our development of a strategic plan for suicide prevention among all ages in Medfield
- create and disseminate printed resources
- fund future QPR trainings
[The Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention is a program of Medfield Cares About Prevention (MCAP).]
Funds raised will benefit:
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Angel volunteers
Be a part of Medfield’s greatest family fun event, by volunteering and running at the Angel Run.
The Medfield Foundation Angel Run is celebrating it’s 12th Anniversary! The race will take place on Sunday, December 3rd at 12:30PM. Hopefully you have already registered to secure your shirt! 😉
We are currently looking for volunteers to help us make this year another big success. We would appreciate it if you would review the volunteer opportunities available on the link below and sign up to help us make it happen.
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084eadaa2da20-volunteer2
Thank you in advance for your help!
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Angel Run – Last Chance Early Bird Registration
Last Chance for Early-Bird Registration
Don’t be scared – there’s still time to register for the 2017 MFi Angel Run. Early-Bird registration closes tonight at Midnight!
It’s not too late – register today!
| If you haven’t registered yet, you have until Midnight tonight. Register now while the Angel Run shirt is still included and before the price goes up. Race Information
If you miss the deadline today, you can still register online before the race for $30 per person though we are sorry that doesn’t include a shirt. Don’t miss out!
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Only A Few Days Left to Register for the 2017 Angel Run
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MFi camp fund launched
The Medfield Foundation launched a fund this summer to provide camp for needy kids in town, and passes to the swim pond. Importantly, the camp allows their parents to work. Please help send all the needy Medfield kids to camp!
Help send a child in need to camp this summer
Did you know there are many lower income families living in Medfield who can’t afford many of the basic necessities in life and who depend on local resources such as the Medfield Food Cupboard, Massachusetts Energy Assistance and even the funds raised through the Medfield Foundation Angel Run? This is an especially difficult time of year for some of these families as they try to figure out childcare for the summer? These families want to send their kids to camp but simply can’t.
That’s where you come in. The Medfield Foundation has been helping raise funds to help Medfield since 2001 with projects such as the original high school turf field, the Dale Street playground, the Angel Run, the Kingsbury Grist Mill and the Straw Hat Park. MFi is now launching a special fundraising effort to help send kids to camp and purchase family passes to Hinkley Pond for local families in need.
A small donation now can make a big difference in the lives of these kids. Our goal is 200 families donating $50 each. Your generosity and support are much appreciated.
Thank you,
The Medfield Foundation
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MFi camp/swim pond fund needs $
The Medfield Foundation program to send Medfield children to camp or the swim pond this summer has had a good start, but needs donations. The MFi is looking to raise $10,000 (200 donations of $50) – the MFi has $1,775 in hand – sponsored campers say thank you.
This is an especially difficult time of year for some local families who want to send their kids to camp but simply can’t.
A small donation now can make a big difference in the lives of these kids. Your generosity and support are much appreciated. Can we count on you to help?
Please donate Now!
https://www.networkforgood.org/donati…/ExpressDonation.aspx…
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Send a Medfield child to camp
From the Medfield Foundation, Inc.
Attention Medfield Residents!
Help send a child in need to camp this summer.
This is an especially difficult time of year for some local families who want to send their kids to camp but simply can’t.
MFi is launching a special fundraising effort to help send kids to camp and/or purchase family passes to Hinkley Pond for local families in need.
A small donation now can make a big difference in the lives of these kids. Our goal is 200 families donating $50 each. Your generosity and support are much appreciated. Can we count on you to help?
Donate Now!
https://www.networkforgood.org/donati…/ExpressDonation.aspx…
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Medfield Foundation volunteer awards
Photo by Colleen Sullivan Patch article and many photos
2017 Medfield Foundation Volunteer Awards
The 2017 volunteer awards were held at the Center on March 19, 2017. The volunteers nominated by fellow residents this year, shown in the group photo above (except Lida Frawley, who was ill), were:
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
Jim Schwartz and Patti Schwartz for their combined 77 years of service to the BSA, 46 years of it in Medfield, for Medfield Boy Scout Troop 89.
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Tracy Fedak and Tracey Rogers for chairing, running, and inspiring the hugely involved and successful All Night Graduation Party (ANGP) for the past 3 years.
Linda Frawley for 13 years of lead-by-example service organizing and leading the 400 girls, aged 5-17, in the Medfield Girl Scouts.
Nancy Irwin and Mary Pat McSharry for creating and running the SWAP area at the Transfer Station for the past 8 and 4 years, respectively.
Jean Mineo for founding the Cultural Alliance of Medfield, the Holiday Stroll, implementing the Straw Hat Park, and working on the Medfield State Hospital Master Planning Committee.
YOUTH VOLUNTEERS
Lily Doctoroff for organizing Bigger than Bullying, starting a Gender Equality Club, and working with the Medfield’s Vine Lake Preservation Trust, Medfield State Hospital Master Planning Committee, New Life Home Refurnishing, National Honor Society, and Medway Family Shelter.
Anne Phipps for helping build a school in Kenya, assisting at a camp for seriously ill children, volunteering for Project Teamwork, Student Council, Medfield Cares About Prevention, peer tutoring, Dean of Students Advisory Board, Putting for Patients, Medfield Food Cupboard, and Digital Learning Day.
Special Recognition:
Lily Doctoroff is the 2017 Youth Volunteer of the Year.
Jean Mineo is the 2017 Volunteer of the Year.
Jim Schwartz and Patti Schwartz receive the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award.
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