Knoxville RRT Assists at Susan G Komen Race for the Cure Event

On October 21, 2017, RRT volunteers from Knoxville Tennessee assisted at a Susan G Komen, Race for the Cure Event in Downtown Knoxville, TN.  Breast cancer survivors, and their supporters gathered together at the convention center, to prepare for what was for some of them, the race of their lives. This event raises funds for Cancer Research and helps assist those in need.

Before the sun decided to make its appearance, RRT Volunteers, were already gathering together at many stops along the way, bringing the needed equipment, setting up tents and tables, and preparing for the events of the day. They began their work at 5:45 am, at water stop 1, setting up tables, and filling up over 1,000 cups of water. By 6:30 the water stop was in full swing, with young volunteers working hard to ensure the needs of the upcoming racers would be met in full.

Across downtown Knoxville at the World’s Fair Park, another group of RRT volunteers gathered to prepare for one of the highlights of the event. Assisting in the parade of pink, has always been a privilege to all. They held their pink ribbons high as survivors were cheered on from the sides, before enduring the sought-after race ahead.

The Participants reached water stop 1 at mile 1. Here they were offered words of encouragement, and handed a cup of water to quench their thirst, and give them a boost for the remainder of the race.

At the end of the race, the participants were greeted with warm congratulations, and many high fives by some RRT volunteers and many others. They were then directed where to go, where they could mingle with friends and family while still allowing room at the finish line for the racers following right in behind.

As soon as the race was complete, RRT volunteers assisted Stacey Black and Seth Dunway with the breaking down of the event.  The Rapid Relief Team from Knoxville kicked into high gear with the clean-up, from picking up garbage, folding, and moving tables, taking down tents, and hauling pallets of water bottles. RRT had the sight restored and in order in less than two hours.

It was an Honor for the Rapid Relief Team, to once again offer assistance in anyway over course of the day. Overall the race was a success, and it was a way of giving back to the community, and helping those who had sacrificed much in their lives.

Direct words from the people:

” We appreciate everything that you guys are doing for us.”

” It warms my heart to see young people getting in there and getting involved”