We are back and ready to Celebrate - Join us for the 9th Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k in Birmingham, AL at our New Location and Celebrate 9 years of Ostomy Awareness at the beautiful EBSCO Industries West Gate Park at Railroad Park on Saturday, October 3rd for Ostomy Awareness Day. Whether you run, walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines, this family-friendly event is all about raising awareness, building resilience, and supporting the United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA). Enjoy the refreshing ocean breeze as you make your way along the picturesque seaside course. All proceeds benefit the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA), a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible (https://www.ostomy.org). RACE DAY SCHEDULE 7:30 AM - Registration and check-in 8:15 AM - 5k Start 8:45 AM - 1 Mile Walk/Fun Run start 11:30 AM - Event ends PACKET PICKUP You can pick-up your Race Bag, T-Shirt and Bib the morning of the event PRIZES Awards will be presented to the
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Birmingham, AL.
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
