3rd Annual Let’s Make Pink Just a Color 5K & 1.5-Mile Fun Run/Walk In Loving Memory of Brittany Kelley (Founder) On Sunday, October 18th, we gather to walk, run, and rally , not just for a cause, but for the woman who made this cause matter. Brittany Kelley, the founder of Let’s Make Pink Just a Color, passed away on September 28, 2025, after a courageous fight with stage 3 triple-negative breast cancer. She was a mother, a fighter, a community builder, and the heart behind this movement. This year's race is dedicated fully to her memory, her mission, and the impact she made on hundreds of lives. Her Legacy Lives On What began as Brittany’s vision in 2023 grew faster than anyone could have imagined. In year one, over 400 participants helped raise more than $38,000 In 2024, we surpassed $50,000, all of it staying right here to support local patients Thanks to your support, we’ve been able to provide: Chemo port access shirts Surgical bras Drain bulb shower and belt holders And new in 20
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Morehead City, NC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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