Our Colors Run Together 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

WHAT IS A TEAM?

A team is a group of race participants who join together to celebrate, remember and honor those affected by a cancer diagnosis.  The team captain plays a vital role in the Our Colors Run Together race and are the leaders that get their friends, family and co-workers organized.

When registering, you have the option to create or join a team and work together to raise money to support cancer patients in Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle.  Teams are encouraged to fundraise - every dollar makes a difference!

A team captain or team member may register for any of the race categories:

  • Adult Competitive 5k
  • Adult Non-Competitive 5k
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
  • Kids Non-Competitive (under 12 - 4 and under are free)
  • Get the Shirt Without the Sweat! (virtual option)

Step 1:  Register Yourself as the Team Captain

​Step 2:  Recruit Team Members & Get Them Registered

​Step 3:  Start Fundraising

​Step 4:  Encourage Your Team to Fundraise

​Step 5:  HAVE FUN ON RACE DAY!


​HELPFUL TIPS FOR TEAMS

Communicate with your team regularly

  • Touch base through email, text or a phone call (or even hold a team meeting!)
  • Brainstorm fundraising ideas
  • Inspire the team with stories and facts about WHY YOU RUN
  • Keep the team informed of their progress - highlight member's who receive a big donation or reach their goal

Build an amazing and dynamic team

  • Ask family, friends & co-workers to join your team
  • Make sure each team member understands that Our Colors Run Together is a great way to make a difference in the lives of local cancer survivors
  • Seek people with different networks to widen the circle of possible team members and donors

Motivate and encourage team members

  • Challenge your team
  • Foster a friendly and competitive spirit
  • Thank members throughout the process
  • WIN a team prize that will be awarded on race day!

Make sure to appreciate and recognize
  • Consider ways to recognize team members for their participation and contributions
  • Remind them that they are impacting someone in our community that has been diagnosed with cancer

Important Team Captain Information

Important Dates:

  • Team registration closes on Friday, September 13, 2024 at midnight
  • ​Online registration closes Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at midnight
  • On-site registration available from 8:00am - 10:00am on race day (*for non-competitive and 1 mile fun run/walk only)
  • Packet Pick-Up is Friday, September 27, 2024 from 2:00pm - 6:00pm at Amarillo National Bank Plaza II located at 500 S. Taylor Street, 2nd floor conference room
  • Packet Pick-Up will also be available on race day at the Check-In Tent starting at 8:00am
  • Race Day - Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Amarillo College Washington Street Campus - Start/Finish Area opens at 8:00am, 5k Competitive race start at 9:00am, Competitive and Team Awards at 9:35am, 5k Non-Competitive and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk start at 10:00am, Start Finish Area closes at 12:00pm

Team Awards:
  • ​Largest Business Team
  • Largest Family Team
  • Highest Fundraising Business Team
  • Highest Fundraising Family Team
  • Best Dressed Team


​Questions or need help?  

​Email us at info@hchfamarillo.org