CAPE ELIZABETH – Volunteers are needed for this year’s TD Banknorth Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race on Saturday, August 2, especially in the areas of pre-race registration, parking, water stations and the medical tent.
Those who wish to help before or during the race may sign up online at www.beach2beacon.org. Organizers are urging volunteers to sign up early for the best job selection. Call (207)272-3545 with any questions.
Returning volunteers who wish to work in the same area as in previous years are asked to register by June 15.
About 800 volunteers are needed each year to ensure the smooth operation of the event. Volunteers help organize and staff many aspects of the event, including registration the two days before the race, course set up and break down, water stations, baggage assistance, recycling, medical and parking. Volunteers receive a commemorative T-shirt and are invited to a party organized exclusively for them.
Minors (under age 18) may not register online and need to download an application from the website. If questions, volunteers can call 207-272-3545 or email bestn92@gmail.com.
This year marks the 11th year for the TD Banknorth Beach to Beacon, one of Maine’s premier sporting events and one of the top events on the U.S. road race circuit. The race begins near the Crescent Beach State Park entrance on Route 77 and ends 6.2 miles later in Fort Williams Park at the Portland Head Light, the most photographed lighthouse in America.
This year’s race beneficiary is the Susan L. Curtis Foundation, the sponsor of Camp Susan Curtis, a summer camp dedicated to improving the lives of economically disadvantaged Maine children ages 8-18. The organization provides traditional camping experiences interwoven with a leadership development and life skills curriculum. For more information, visit www.susancurtisfoundation.org. TD Banknorth, through the TD Banknorth Charitable Foundation, will provide a cash donation of $30,000 to the Susan L. Curtis Foundation. The non-profit organization also will benefit from fundraising activities and publicity through its association with the race.
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