Florence, South Carolina – Honoring the memory of a little child from Carver Elementary School, the community will come together on May 3rd for the annual CAPES for Kids, an important event combining fitness with philanthropy. Not only a marathon, this special day honors a three-year-old student who sadly died from physical abuse and neglect in 2011. Once called the Carver C.A.P. Run, this has developed into a strong movement uniting the community to support and raise awareness for those suffering from child abuse.
With a Kids Fun Run included, CAPES for Kids is an event that invites people of all ages with a 5K and 10K run. This race is a commitment for protecting the weak and a memorial as much as it is a physical test. Inviting runners to wear capes, the superhero design represents the heroic effort required to fight child abuse and assist the survivors in their recovery.
Every dollar made at the event goes straight to the CARE House of the Pee Dee, which offers vital services to families of abused children. From counseling to legal help, this covers all aspects guaranteeing every kid has the support and attention they require to recover and develop. With festivities including face-painting and inflatables, and even a superhero costume contest to lift spirits and promote community and resilience, the race day is meant to be family-friendly.
Those who sign up before April 10th will be guaranteed a race T-shirt, a keepsake of their support of this cause. Racers get a finisher’s medal, a mark of their commitment and work, as they cross the finish line. Moreover, awards are given to top performers in several categories, including overall winners and age groups, from children under 12 to seniors over 70, thereby guaranteeing that every participant’s effort is acknowledged.
For children, CAPES is important not just for its ability to unite the community but also for its continuous effort to highlight the vital problem of child abuse. It is a day to remember those gone, assist survivors, and stand together against abuse towards children. It is a moving reminder of the difficulties many people experience and the power of a community that stands in solidarity.
More details—including race registration and course maps—on the CARE House website is available for anybody wanting to take part or support this worthy cause. Prospective participants can also discover information on how to run, volunteer, or contribute to the community. With May 3rd approaching, the community keeps getting ready to turn this year’s CAPES for Kids from an event into a beacon of hope and a beginning of transformation.
