GCSC Foundation Hosts First Annual 5K / 1 Mile Fund Run
For Immediate Release/Media Advisory
September 12, 2022
CONTACT: Erin Keel, Executive Assistant, and Marketing Coordinator ekeel@gulfcoast.edu | (850) 872.3815
GCSC Foundation Hosts
First Annual 5K / 1 Mile Fund Run
Panama City, FL – The Gulf Coast State College Foundation is excited to host its first Annual 5K and 1-mile Fund Run on Saturday, September 17, 2022, to kick off the 65th Anniversary of Gulf Coast State College. Check-in for the race will begin at 7:00 a.m. Race time will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. with a 1-mile Fund Run immediately following at 8:30 a.m. All registrants receive a runner’s shirt, and an official bib and chip to view immediate results after the race. The last day to register is September 16, 2022.
All proceeds of the event will contribute to the Gulf Coast Guarantee, a $700 scholarship awarded to students each semester for their two-year degrees.
This scholarship is awarded to high school graduates in Bay, Gulf and Franklin counties who attend Gulf Coast State College the fall semester after they graduate.
To Register for the Event:
GCSC Foundation First Annual 5K/Fund Run
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
- Time: (Media advised to arrive at 7:30 a.m.)
- Check-in begins at 7:00 a.m.
- 5K will start at 8:00 a.m.
- 1 Mile Fund Run will follow at 8:30 a.m.
- Location: Gulf Coast State College Hilton Center
ABOUT THE GCSC FOUNDATION
The Gulf Coast State College Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarship opportunities and program support for students enrolled at Gulf Coast State College. The Foundation is committed to the belief that every deserving student merits a chance to continue his or her education regardless of cost. The Foundation, with the support of individuals, businesses, other foundations, and grants, has created and endowed more than 750 scholarships. For 52 years, the Foundation has served Gulf Coast State College by donating more than $26 million for scholarship and program support.
