Third Annual Sallie Mae 5K Set for June 2 at Bellevue State Park

The third annual Sallie Mae 5K run/walk to raise money in support of the Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program will be held at Bellevue State Park on Sunday, June 2 at 9 a.m. The event, which is open to the public, is a family-friendly, run/walk for all ages. Participants can register at www.SallieMae5K.com.

Sallie Mae’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program asks high school counselors from across the country to nominate students who have overcome obstacles and exemplify excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

In the past three years, Sallie Mae has awarded $560,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students through the program. Last year, St. Elizabeth senior Ardavia Lee of New Castle was Delaware’s recipient of the scholarship.

Counselors and community organization leaders can nominate students beginning Friday, Aug. 23, 2019. For more details, visit SallieMae.com/BridgingTheDream.

WHO:		Sallie Mae employees, friends, family, 5K enthusiasts, community members, and the public at-large.
WHAT:		The Sallie Mae 5K to fund scholarships through the company’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program.
		The top three finishers for each age group will receive awards. Participants and their families can enjoy fun activities like a bounce house, food, music, and face painting.
WHEN:		Sunday, June 2, 2019
		Race begins at 9 a.m. (Registration 8:30 a.m.)
		(Media recommended to arrive at 8:45 a.m.)
WHERE:		Bellevue State Park
		800 Carr Road
		Wilmington, Delaware 19809

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