The Bridge Run is our signature fundraiser and there are numerous opportunities for you and your business! Proceeds will benefit the Southeast Georgia Health System cancer care programs and, in recognition of February as Heart Health Month, all proceeds from 5K Walk registrations will go towards the cardiac care programs.
With the support from our past Bridge Run participants, sponsors and vendors, the Foundation has been able to provide new technologies, more comfortable chemotherapy accommodations, educational materials and additional services for the cancer and cardiac care programs. The patients treated at Southeast Georgia Health System are our family, friends and neighbors. In 2020, The Bridge Run welcomed over 70 sponsors, registered 2,200+ participants from across Georgia and several other states and raised over $48,000. We are looking forward to another great event in 2026!
In addition to our 5K Run and Walk and the First Responders Challenge, we will again offer the 10K Double-Pump Run which will have runners racing over the bridge and back not once but twice! While The Bridge Run attracts top athletes from around the country, most participate to challenge themselves on the Sidney Lanier Bridge or to walk with family and friends while enjoying the beautiful views of the Brunswick River and Marshes of Glynn. The Bridge Run is a fantastic, fun-filled family event!
The Power Up Party and Vendor Expo will take place on Friday, February 13. Along with Saturday morning, this is another prime opportunity to showcase and promote your business to race participants, family and friends. To show our appreciation, on Friday night, sponsors supporting the event at the Gold Level and above are invited to socialize in the VIP tent while enjoying adult beverages and appetizers. Don’t miss the Friday night activities!
Attached you will find information on various sponsorship levels. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to call 912-466-3360 or email us at: bthompson@sghs.org.
We look forward to providing you a fantastic sponsorship opportunity, exposure for your business and a super race event for a tremendous cause. All or a portion of your sponsorship is tax deductible!
5K
Ready to challenge Georgia’s toughest 5K? The bridge is 7,780 feet long with the main span distance between towers being 1,250 feet. The climb up the bridge will be about 200 vertical feet within 3⁄4 mile, or a greater than six percent grade and then down 3⁄4 mile. Enjoy amazing views of the Golden Isles as make your way up and over this signature landmark. Plus you have an opportunity to get a medal for overall placing or in your age group. Cash awards of cash awards of $250, $500, $1,000 will also be presented!
10K Double Pump
The 10K Double Pump is at least twice as challenging as the 5K. Participants run the bridge not once but two times! This steep, demanding and very intense course should only be attempted by experienced runners! Runners will finish on the southbound side of the bridge.
First Responders
We welcome and encourage firefighters, police, paramedics and military to compete. Who are the best of the best First Responders? This challenge is designed for teams of 3 racing against one another. Teams can include a mix of First Responders. The best team time will be determined by the average of each individual team members’ time. Full fire turn-out gear and bullet proof vests are welcome to be worn, but not required. The challenge provides us the opportunity to honor First Responders by creating a friendly competition.
Walkers
Annually we always have a large number of participants that enjoy The Bridge Run by walking the span. The course is the same as our 5K course up and over the stunning Sidney Lanier Bridge. Again this gives you a great perspective of our beautiful Golden Isles while helping the Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation raise money and awareness for our Cancer Care Programs.
