FAQs
IN-PERSON 5K or 10K
What time do I need to be there?
The race itself begins at 10am, but we recommend to arrive between 8am-9:45am to allow time to park, check-in to receive your bib and race t-shirt.
Is there an Entrance Fee for Forest Park?
Yes! There is a $3 entrance fee for In-State License Plates and a $5 entrance fee for an Out-Of-State License Plate.
What entrance should I use for Forest Park?
Please use the Main Entrance located on Sumner Ave in Springfield, MA.
When I get to Forest Park, where do I go from there? Where do I park?
Follow the Springfield Rescue Mission signs that will lead you towards the Monkey House and where you can park.
How do I upload photos?
After you've registered and you're logged in to your RunSignup profile, follow the below steps:
- Visit the Run To End Homelessness Event Page and click on the "Photos" tab at the top of the screen.
- Make sure the date under "Photo Albums" reads 03/02/24. If it does not, press on the date and choose the 03/02/24 option.
- If you've entered your information correctly, a box and your name underneath the box should appear. Once it has appeared, click on either the box or your name.
- Press on either "Upload Images" button.
- You can either "drop" your photos, or press on the "+" button to then upload your photos!
- Once your done, press the "I'm Finished Uploading" button.
- For other ways or for more details on how to upload your photos, please visit https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000108341-upload-your-own-photos.
VIRTUAL 5K or 10K RUN/WALK
What is a Virtual Run/Walk?
A Virtual Run/Walk tasks you to run, walk a certain distance over a specified period of time. Anyone of any ability can participate and it can be completed at any location, at your own pace, and in however many stints you require.
Do I have to run or walk every day for the Virtual Run/Walk?
Not if you don't want to! If you want to run or walk every day, just one day, or any amount in between throughout the virtual period of March 4th through the 18th.
How do I record my results?
After you've registered and you're logged in to your RunSignup profile:
Visit the Run To End Homelessness 5K or 10K Virtual Race Page and click on the "Results" tab at the top of the screen.
- Click on the "Submit Virtual Results" button towards the top of the screen.
- Enter either your Name or your Email Address into the required Participant Lookup information and press the Lookup Registration button.
- If you've entered your information correctly, your information will appear. Click on the "Log Activities" button.
- You'll be then prompted to "Enter Your Time" and "Distance in Miles".
- Once information is inputted, press "Submit Activity".
For how to record your results by your RunSignup Profile, or for more details on how to record your results, please visit https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000087349-submit-and-manage-virtual-results.
Can I record multiple results?
Yes! If you would like to record your results daily, over a period of days or weekly, you can most certainly do that!
Can I do it on my phone? Do I need to download an app?
Yes! You can do it on your phone or your smart watch even! You can track your miles and/or time personally, or you can download an app (such as Runkeeper, Map My Run, Strava etc.) to track it for you. Once you've traced your miles and your time, you can then upload your results by following the steps above.
How do I upload photos?
After you've registered and you're logged in to your RunSignup profile, follow the below steps:
- Visit the Run To End Homelessness 5K or 10K Virtual Run/Walk Page and click on the "Photos" tab at the top of the screen.
- Make sure the date under "Photo Albums" reads 03/02/24. If it does not, press on the date and choose the 03/02/24 option.
- If you've entered your information correctly, a box and your name underneath the box should appear. Once it has appeared, click on either the box or your name.
- Press on either "Upload Images" button.
- You can either "drop" your photos, or press on the "+" button to then upload your photos!
- Once your done, press the "I'm Finished Uploading" button.
For other ways or for more details on how to upload your photos, please visit https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000108341-upload-your-own-photos.
For the In-Person or Virtual 5K Run/Walk, your registration fee may be eligible for an employer match.
- Many companies offer a matching gift program to encourage philanthropy among their employees. By simply completing a matching gift section when registering, you may be able to double the impact of your gift (registration fee)! Contributions of any amount help us care for the hungry, homeless, addicted and poor.
- Once your company is selected and complete the registration process, you will receive a separate email with a link to the forms needed to complete the matching gift.
- If know your company does match donations, but is not on our list, you can click this link to add your employer: https://doublethedonation.com/update-company-information/
- If your company does not show it could just mean they don't have a matching program.
My question(s) is not on this list. Who can I contact to answer my question(s)?
You can contact Robin Gobeille, Development Coordinator for the Springfield Rescue Mission, by phone at (413) 732-0808 ext. 237 or by email at rgobeille@springfieldrescuemission.org.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
