Pikeville, KY – Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is set to host the eighth Colors of Courage 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 9 th , in downtown Pikeville. Proceeds from the event remain local and are used to assist patients of the Lawson Cancer Center (LCC) at PMC.

One of the most popular 5K races held each year in Pikeville, the Colors of Courage 5K is undergoing a few exciting updates in 2023, including a pre-race event the evening before the run and new Colors of Courage merchandise. Also new this year is the opportunity to purchase and decorate customizable yard signs that will be placed along the race route in honor of or in memory of a loved one who has battled cancer.

“There are so many local patients in need, and it is wonderful to be able to say the proceeds benefit these cancer patients directly,” said Amber Tackett, PMC AVP of Patient Services. “Thousands of dollars are raised each year from this event to help patients who may be struggling financially. The Colors of Courage event helps our patients with transportation costs to and from potentially life-saving treatments, among other things.”

Most people have been affected by cancer in some way, either directly or indirectly. To show support for those fighting cancer or to remember those lost, 5K participants are encouraged to wear the color representing the type of cancer that has impacted them. Although the color for each person may be different, the purpose of the Colors of Courage 5K is to unite everyone in the fight against cancer. This year’s 5K WILL NOT be a color run as in years past that involvedbcolored powder being tossed in the direction of the participants.

On the day of the event, registration will begin at 7:30am in front of the Pikeville Medical Center Business Complex on Main Street in Pikeville, where the race will begin and end. The race will start promptly at 9am and finisher medals will be given to participants as they cross

the finish line. Trophies will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers and the top three male and female finishers in each age division. For the 2023 event, a pre-race event will be held the evening before, where participants can pick up their race packet between 5pm to 7pm. There will be FREE food, stations to decorate Colors of Courage yard signs, t-shirts and race merchandise for purchase and the opportunity to visit with race sponsors and staff of the Lawson Cancer Center.

Entry fees and registration information:
• $20 per participant registered between June 5 th and June 30 th (Early Bird Discount)
• $25 per participant between July 1 st and September 8 th
• $30 per participant day of race
• TEAM registration is available for the 2023 event at a discounted rate for teams of 10 or
more. Details are available at www.tristateracer.com/colorsofcourage.
• Registration must be complete/received by Friday, August 25 to guarantee a T-shirt.
• Colors of Courage 5K registration form can be picked up at the Pikeville Medical Center
2 nd floor information desk or printed from tristateracer.com/ColorsofCourage.
• Deliver or mail the completed form, along with your entry fee to:
Pikeville Medical Center
Public Relations Department
Attn: Carlie Lambert
PO Box 2515, Pikeville, KY 41502
 REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.TriStateRacer.com/ColorsOfCourage
 Sponsorship opportunities are available and can be viewed at:
o www.givetopmc.org/colorsofcourage
 General event information can be found at www.pikevillehospital.org/colorsofcourage