UPDATE - Sponsors have been rolling in for the Snellville Police Explorers Fun Run and 5K, making it one of the biggest in its history.
Those who have signed on are:
Platinum Status- $500
CopCab - Councilman Bobby Howard
Jimmy Britt Builders
Nema Inc.
Angel Status - $250
Evermore Community Improvement District
Papa John's Pizza – ($250 in pizza and coupons)
Guardian Status - $150
Mellow Mushroom
Law Offices of D. Warren Auld
Bear Comfort Heating & Air Inc.
Eastside Family Pharmacy
Helper Status: $75
Golden Kidz Childcare Center
Family Status: $50
Misc Donations:
The Home Depot - $25
Sams Club - $25
Steak n' Shake – Coupons
Freddy's – Coupons
Bruster's – Coupons
HydroClean – Sponsored 3 runners
Sport Clips – 3 Gift Baskets
Olive Garden – Gift Cards
O'Charleys – Gift Cards
Blackwell Enterprise Software Technologies – Webmaster for www.post805.org
Big Frogs T-Shits – discounted t-shits
SNELLVILLE – It's called a Fun Run for a reason.
On Sept. 10, the Snellville Police Explorers Post 805 will host a 5K and Fun Run with the theme of "Super Mario Kart," named after the popular video game. Organizers say to expect a good time at the event which will feature Mario, Luigi and friends and will benefit the junior police organization.
Explorers advisor Dawn James said the event will benefit the Post's 24 Explorers through the purchase of uniforms and covering registration fees for the annual Explorers competition in Gatlinburg, Tenn. which can cost upwards of $250 per attendee.
"Explorers is about teamwork and team spirit," James said. "The majority of kids who attend are pursuing some sort of career in law enforcement or the military. It provides them discipline and a stable background."
Registration for the event will take place at 6 a.m., the day of the event at Snellville First Baptist Church, 2400 Main St. E.
For more information and to learn about sponsorship opportunities visit www.post805.org.