Tidewell Foundation Announces 2021 Tidewell Trot 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk

The event, presented by Alltrust Insurance, benefits the Tidewell Foundation

The Tidewell Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 Tidewell Trot 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk, presented by Alltrust Insurance. Sponsorship opportunities are currently available for the event, which will benefit the Tidewell Foundation. The event is scheduled to take place Thursday, Oct. 21 at Nathan Benderson Park.

More than 800 local runners and walkers are expected to participate in the 2021 Tidewell Trot. Proceeds will benefit the Tidewell Foundation in its grants to Tidewell Hospice for charity care, grief support services, specialized veterans care, music therapy, telehealth and more for more than 10,000 people in our region annually — all at no cost to them.

“We’re looking forward to gathering together at Nathan Benderson Park for a healthy and fun event that will help the Tidewell Foundation support the programs of Tidewell Hospice, the region’s only not-for-profit hospice,” said Tidewell Foundation President Debbie Mason. “We’re grateful for Alltrust Insurance’s support as our title sponsor. The Tidewell Trot is an excellent way for local businesses to reach a great audience, while supporting Tidewell.”

Sponsors for the 2021 Tidewell Trot will gain exposure from advertisement and promotion of the event, in addition to the more than 800 participants in attendance. To learn more about becoming a sponsor, call (941) 552-7546, email events@tidewellfoundation.org or visit tidewellfoundation.org.

Discounted early-bird tickets for the 5K and 1-mile walk/run are now available for purchase by visiting tidewellfoundation.org/news-and-events/events/tidewell-trot before Aug. 28. Both races are pet- and stroller-friendly and will feature volunteer opportunities, a water stop and music for participants. Here is the current schedule of events for the 2021 Tidewell Trot:

• 5 p.m. – Vendor Fair
• 6 p.m. – 5K Run
• 6:15 p.m. – 1-Mile Run/Walk
• Following Both Races – After Party and Awards Ceremony

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About Tidewell Foundation, Inc. 

The Tidewell Foundation, Inc. is an independent 501 (c) (3) charitable foundation established to ensure perpetual philanthropic support to Tidewell Hospice and its family of healthcare companies. Charitable contributions to the Tidewell Foundation sustain and grow the critically important programs and services provided through the not-for-profit mission of Tidewell Hospice and its affiliates. Donor-funded programs offer compassion and comfort to those who need it most in our community by caring for all, regardless of their ability to pay. It starts with generosity and is paid forward with every patient connection, family served and life changed. Discover how each donation strengthens our community; learn more by visiting tidewellfoundation.org.

About Tidewell Hospice

Tidewell Hospice is an independent, not-for-profit health provider offering a home-centered, comprehensive system of end of life and palliative care for people living with advanced illness and their families. Annually, Tidewell provides care for nearly 10,000 patients throughout its four-county service area of Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties. Hospice houses and offices are located in Arcadia, Bradenton, Englewood, Lakewood Ranch, Palmetto, Port Charlotte, Sarasota and Venice. As the region’s only not-for-profit hospice, Tidewell relies on donor contributions to provide a number of its acclaimed patient and community services. Tidewell is accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) with deemed status, signifying excellent care and meeting Medicare’s conditions of participation.