Washington, DC, U.S.A., 2012-08-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC will be hosting its 32nd Annual Sprint Four the Cure 5K run and walk on Saturday, September 29, 2012 – the second of two major fundraising events held this year benefitting the Cancer Institute at MedStar Washington Hospital Center.
This year’s run is especially near and dear to the hearts ofFour Seasons staff. It has been renamed to Andrea Kauffman Sprint Four the Cure in memory of a former employee who was diagnosed with cancer and lost her battle in November 2010. “We are very proud to have renamed our run after Andrea, who was an extremely talented pastry chef and touched the lives of many people around her. She is another reminder of the importance of finding a cure for cancer,” states Christian Clerc, regional vice president and general manager.
Andrea Kauffman Sprint Four the Cure starts at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, following along the scenic C&O Canal and ending back at the Hotel. This 5K run and walk is a family-friendly event created to have fun while raising funds for cancer research. The entry fee is USD 35.00 before September 22 and USD 40.00 after; this price is inclusive of a t-shirt, raffle ticket for a chance to win up to 20 door prizes, and a breakfast buffet. Students can enjoy a discounted rate of USD 25.00 for participating and children ages 3-9 of registered participants can run the kids’ 100-yard dash for free.
Sports reporter Britt McHenry from ABC 7 will emcee the event along with The Tommy Show cast, Tommy McFly, Kelly Collis and Jen Richer of 94.7 Fresh FM. The morning will begin with registration at 7:00 am, the kids’ 100-yard dash starts at 7:45 am followed by the runners 8:00 am. After the race, participants will enjoy a hot and cold breakfast buffet, complimentary massages and an awards ceremony. The top three male and female finishers will be recognized and awarded prizes. The first place winners receive a weekend getaway at five star resorts located in South Carolina, The Inn at Palmetto Bluff and The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island.
Two grand prize raffles will also be available for purchase: Discover Dallas and Experience Qatar in Style. Raffle tickets for the Discover Dallas raffle cost USD 15.00 per ticket, USD 60.00 for five tickets or USD 100.00 for ten tickets. The price for the Experience Qatar in Style raffle is USD 300.00 per ticket.
Discover Dallas Prizes – drawing on September 29, 2012
- 1st Prize: A two-night stay in a villa for two at Four SeasonsResort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas with choice of two of the following: round of golf, 50 minute custom massage or 60 minute European facial, or 2 hours of tennis court time.
- 2nd Prize: One-night stay at The Inn at Perry Cabin (St. Michaels, Maryland) with dinner for two.
- 3rd Prize: IPL Laser Treatment and 90 minute body treatment at Elysee 360 Concierge MedSpa.
Experience Qatar in Style Prizes – just 100 tickets available for drawing on December 31, 2012
- Two round trip Business Class tickets on Qatar Airways and a three-night stay in a Premier Room for two with breakfast at Four Seasons Hotel Doha.
Four Seasons is thankful to have generous sponsors supporting the event. This year’s Titanium sponsors are Ferrari & Maserati of Washington, STG International, Qatar Airways, DC Modern Luxury Magazine, The Walking Company, Fresh 94.7 FM and ABC 7 and News Channel 8. Participants will be even more eager to start and finish the race with two Maseratis provided by Ferrari & Maserati of Washington adorning the start and finish line. “Gold” medals will be awarded to all children participating in the 100-yard dash along with backpacks donated by The Century Council. PAUL bakery will be providing fresh breakfast pastries, Georgetown Cupcake will be selling their famous and delicious cupcakes and Pure Matters will be offering participants samples of their healthy vitamins.
An annual event, Andrea Kauffman Sprint Four the Cure is part of the global mission of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to help find a cure for cancer. So far this year Four Seasons Hotel Washington has raised USD 103,000.00 at the 12th Annual Drive Fore the Cure and the goal for this year’s Cure Events is to reach USD 150,000.00. Join in the effort by participating or donating to the 32nd Annual Andrea Kauffman Sprint Four the Cure.
For more information and other ways to get involved visit www.beatcancerdc.org or to register, purchase Grand Prize Raffle tickets or donate go to www.active.com.
Hotel Press Contact
Liliana Baldassari
Director of Public Relations
2800 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W.
Washington, DC, U.S.A. 20007
Email Liliana Baldassari
T. 1 (202) 944-2074
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Britt McHenry and Tommy McFly at Sprint Four the Cure 2011
Washington Hospital Center’s Dr. Sandra Swain and Christian Clerc of Four Seasons