On Saturday , April 4th at 4 PM, the Harvard Tech and Global Health Initiative is hosting a 5k for participants to run/walk in support of cancer research! The funds raised from participants’ entries and donations go directly towards the American Association for Cancer Research, Mass General Cancer Center, and Christopher’s Haven Boston. Schedule: 2:30 PM - Participants should begin checking in for their bibs. Check in is located at Jamaican Pond by the start/finish area near the boathouse. 3:45 PM - Final Call for Check in, Pre-Race Acknowledgements and Address Speech 4 PM - Race Start! 4:45 PM- Awards Ceremony! If interested in volunteering, please navigate to the volunteering tab for more information. You are greatly needed! Unable to attend? We strongly encourage you click and donate to our race beneficiaries. The American Association for Cancer Research, Mass General Cancer Center, and Christopher’s Haven Boston all strive to promote translational cancer research and provide better
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Jamaica Plain, MA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
