5k run/walk honors memory of local teen and supports L.I. children and young adults with cystic fibrosis

The Breathe for Britt Foundation Ltd. presents the 3rd Annual Breathe for Britt 5k Run/Walk on Sunday June 3rd 2017. The Breathe for Britt 5K will bring together athletes of all abilities as well as community organizations and local businesses to support those with cystic fibrosis. All proceeds from the event go to the Breathe for Britt Foundation LTD., a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Breathe for Britt Foundation was created in memory of a young cystic fibrosis patient and benefits Long Island families affected by this genetic, life threatening disease.

The race will start and finish at Smithtown Elementary School (51 Lawrence Ave, Smithtown NY). Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. and the race will begin at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine. The event is a USATF Certified and sanctioned 5K (3.1 miles). Timing is provided by Just Finish Inc. The race is a beautiful, paved course through residential streets of Smithtown.

Participants are encouraged to register in advance online at www.justregister.net for reduced registration fees. Registration fees are as follows: Adult (18+):$25.00 (day of race: $30.00), 17 and under: $20.00 (day of race: $25.00). Pre-registration must be post marked by May 27th . The event is family friendly and open to both runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Awards will be presented to the overall top three male and female finishers and top three males and females in each age group.

About the Breathe for Britt Foundation: The Breathe for Britt Foundation was founded in 2008 by Brian Kane in memory of his Goddaughter Brittany F. Braun. The mission of this foundation is to honor Brittany’s life and her fun-loving spirit by providing joy, hope, and comfort to individuals facing the daily challenge of living life with cystic fibrosis, the inherited disease that shortened Brittany’s life.

Over the past nine years, the Breathe For Britt Foundation has offered dozens of CF patients fun experiences as a break from the daily challenges of living with a chronic disease and provided support to families facing the financial strains that can be associated with caring for a child with a serious illness. From assisting with the cost of diapers for a family with a newly diagnosed infant to making a CF patient’s dream of performing in a band a reality, Breathe for Britt programs have brought joy and hope to patients all year long.