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Phillies Charities 5K Draws Thousands to South Philadelphia Ballpark
The 16th annual Phillies Charities 5K run occurred outside Citizens Bank Park in South Philadelphia. The sold-out event saw 7,000 registrants running to generate grants for local organizations.
Thousands participated in the 16th annual Phillies Charities 5K with Fox Chase Cancer Center on Saturday. The sold-out event registered 7,000 people. The race occurred outside Citizens Bank Park in South Philadelphia, just days before the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day. Participants ran around the ballpark, through the Navy Yard, and past the Xfinity Mobile Arena. The 5K's proceeds will provide grants to local organizations. One participant, Jenn Kaliser from Bucks County, joined with the American Cancer Society's Team Determination. Kaliser, who is battling cancer and underwent surgery, said the race provided positive energy and a welcome distraction.
Key Facts
- The 16th annual Phillies Charities 5K run took place on Saturday.
- 7,000 people registered for the sold-out event.
- The Fox Chase Cancer Center partnered with Phillies Charities for the 5K.
- The race occurred outside Citizens Bank Park in South Philadelphia.
- The route ran around the ballpark and the Xfinity Mobile Arena.
- Proceeds from the 5K will be used to provide grants to local organizations.
- Jenn Kaliser, a cancer patient from Bucks County, participated with the American Cancer Society's Team Determination.