The 2015 Macon Undy 5K Run/Walk financially supports the efforts of the Colon Cancer Alliance to provide colon cancer screening andeducation to patients in Middle Georgia.  The Undy Run/Walk will be held in cities across the country to educate the public about colon cancer, promote screenings and encourage people to talk about the disease. Instead of race day T-shirts, all registered participants receive a commemorative pair of Undy 5K Run/Walk boxers. It is a family-friendly event open to all ages, and in addition to the 5K, there will be aKid’s fun run and activities, including a bounce house. 

All survivors of colon cancer are encouraged to run and receive free registration.  The race course will begin and end on the campus of Wesleyan College and the course is “stroller friendly” for participants who may wish to go at a slower pace.  Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place for all age groups.  There will also be a prize for best costume.

 The Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA), the nation’s largest and oldest patient advocacy organization dedicated to ending the suffering caused by colon cancer, hosts the event.  Created by the CCA in 2008, the Undy 5K Run/Walk stresses the importance of timely colon cancer screenings, early detection, and provides valuable information for those already affected by the disease. Event proceeds help fund the CCA’s patient support and public awareness programs.