JOIN US ON SATURDAY, JUNE 12, 2021 
The Run Jimmy Run Charity 5k was established in 2013 in memory of former Mayor of Buffalo (1978-1994) Jim Griffin. For the past seven years, this unique race meandered through the beautiful sites in our city, ending at Sahlen Field. The race concluded with a family-oriented party and a ticket to the ball game.
This year, the race will look a little different. In order to keep our loyal runners and volunteers safe, the Run Jimmy Run Charity 5K is going virtual for 2021! Even though we may not be able to gather together in large groups, we can still come together as a community. Join us to show your support of the Alzheimer’s Association WNY and register today!
Here’s How It Works:
1. Register
Use promo code ‘earlybird’ for $5-off if you sign up before 5/1/2021
2. Download the ItsYourRace App
Available on the Apple Store and Google Play Store. Login to the ItsYourRace App using the same login information that you used to register for Run Jimmy Run.
3. Race Packet Pickup and Chiavetta’s BBQ Fundraiser
Join us on June 10th from 3-7 PM is the parking lot of Dairy Queen in Williamsville (5445 Transit Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221). Pick up your Official 2021 Run Jimmy Run Purple Shorts, along with your race packet. Chiavetta’s BBQ will be on site, so pickup dinner for your whole family!
4. Run on June 12!
Choose your favorite park or trail, or run right out your front door. Our free ‘ItsYourRace’ app uses live GPS-tracking technology to clock your 5K time, and upload it to our leaderboard. You can also choose from a selection of certified 5K-courses across Western New York.
Even though we aren’t able to gather in large groups, we can still come together as a community.
The purpose of this race is to celebrate the life, accomplishments and charitable spirit of Mayor Jim Griffin through a fitness-oriented event designed for all ages.
All proceeds from The Run Jimmy Run Charity 5K benefit the Alzheimer’s Association WNY.
Here in Western New York, the Alzheimer’s Association is committed to provide and enhance care and support for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
Run Jimmy Run is committed to provide funds to the Alzheimer’s Association WNY to help keep their programs and services completely free of charge. Since 2013, Run Jimmy Run has raised nearly $100k for the Alzheimer’s Association WNY.
It is the generous support of our runners and sponsors that this was made possible. We are proud to be working within our community to help those families affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The purpose of this race is to celebrate the life, accomplishments and charitable spirit of Mayor Jim Griffin through a fitness-oriented event designed for all ages.
We would like to thank the great people of Buffalo and Western New York for your support and the generous contributions of our sponsors and partners who will help make this a premier race and a great Buffalo tradition!
Thank you for your continued support of this cause – now more than ever.
The Run Jimmy Run Committee and the Griffin Family
Contact Us:
For additional information on the race, please contact Riley Harris, Constituent Events Manager at the Alzheimer’s Association:
Riley Harris | (716) 322-7528 | riharris@alz.org
For additional information about becoming a sponsor, please contact Lynn Westcott, Director of Corporate Relations:
Lynn Westcott | (716) 440-4251 | lwestcott@alz.org