Runners from Gießen and Wetzlar achieve record donations at Run’n’roll

Runners from Gießen and Wetzlar achieve record donations at Run’n’roll

A particularly outstanding member of Lebenshilfe Gießen is Iris Heiden, who was awarded a trophy for the largest individual donation of 150 euros for her remarkable efforts to make impressive fundraising. Since 2018 she has managed to collect the highest amount of donations every year, which underlines her tireless efforts for the good cause. This year the collected donation exceeded the previous year's balance sheet by 2,511 euros, which is a clear indication of the growing support and participation of the community.

results and participants

The event offered various competitions, including a 1 -kilometer school run, a 5 kilometer walking and two running categories over 5 and 10 kilometers. In the 10 kilometer distance, the Gießen athletes were able to achieve impressive results. In the men, Recep Arslan from MTV 1846 cast was the fastest by taking first place with a time of 31: 40.6 minutes. He was followed by Sebastian Bienert and Phil Battenfeld in places second and three. For women, Laurine triumphed Friday from the LGV Marathon in 39: 21.9 minutes and secured first place after she had previously reached second place in the 5-kilometer race.

The 5 kilometer route also attracted large number of participants, with 505 attackers, and ensured a double success in Wetzlar. Finn Regina from TV Wetzlar secured first place among men with a time of 16: 14.9 minutes. Svea Regina was the fastest in the women and crossed the finish line after 18: 17.9 minutes, followed by Laurine Freitag and Pia Hackstein.

The competition also showed some interesting family duels. Claudius Pyrlik, record winner with the men, had finished in front of his son Liam, while the mother Simone was against her daughter Lenia for women, with both placed in the top 10. Such remarkable achievements underline the fun and competition that can take place in family environments.

collaboration and organization

The organization of the Run’n’Roll for Help was in the capable hands of Tina Gorschlüter, which is responsible for public relations and donations at Lebenshilfe Gießen. She commented very satisfied about the response and the specially mobilized helpers. A total of 60 people were divided for route protection, while almost 100 helpers were in use to make the event smoothly.

political representatives of the region also took part in the running event. Member of the state parliament Lucas Schmitz and the first district member of Christopher Lipp were among the participants, together with Mayor Frank-Tilo Becher. Their participation shows the support and solidarity of local politics with such non -profit events.

Another interesting aspect of the event was the participation of local companies and institutions. Schunk from Heuchelheim was present with 92 starters, which makes it clear to use the run as a platform to promote team spirit and corporate communities. The university town of Gießen and the district of Gießen also sent participants, which reflects the consistently positive influence of the run on the community. The Run’n’Roll for Help is therefore not only a sporting event, but also an important contribution to promoting social concerns and community commitment.

an unforgettable event

The Run’n’Roll for Help is an impressive example of how sports and common sense can go hand in hand. The committed participation and the high donation amount illustrate the solidarity of the running community and its determination to help others. With the combination of sporty competition and charitable purpose, the event has set a strong sign that goes far beyond the finish line.

The number of participants at Run’n’Roll for Help has increased continuously in recent years, which indicates a growing interest in charitable running events. This is also reflected in the general trend in Germany, where running events are becoming increasingly popular. It is similar to observing other events in the country that serve to support local initiatives and to strengthen the sense of community. According to the German Olympic Sports Association, several hundred thousand people in Germany take part in running events every year, which often follow a non -profit purpose.

A look at the demographic distribution of the participants shows that the running community is increasingly diversified. More and more women and younger runners are active, which makes the events more dynamic and inclusive. An exact breakdown of the age groups at Run’n’Roll for Help shows that both young talents and experienced runners are represented equally, which leads to a varied field of participation.

in particular the role of Lebenshilfe

Lebenshilfe Gießen plays a central role in the region with its projects. This organization is committed to the concerns of people with disabilities and mental illnesses and enables them to actively participate in social life. In this context, Lebenshilfe not only offers job projects, but also does valuable prevention work for young people. This becomes clear through events such as Run’n’Roll for Help, which not only generate funds, but also draw attention to the concerns of people with disabilities.

The work of life aid is supported by a broad spectrum of society, as the high number of participants and success in donating collecting impressively show. It is gratifying to see that the community comes together to run and donate for a good cause. This year, the previous year's amount was exceeded by 2511 euros, which underlines the positive development of the event. For many participants, it is not only a sporting challenge, but also a way to identify and get involved with an important social initiative.

sporting achievements and local success

The sporting performances during the run also show the high level that the athletes reach. Particularly noteworthy is the double success in the 10-kilometer category, which illustrates the strength and cohesion of the local running community. Athletes like Laurine Freitag and Recep Arslan are not only local stars, but also help to promote the importance of sport in the region.

It can be observed that many participants who are successful at such events often come from regional running clubs that promote training and community. This contributes to the promotion of talents and the creation of a rain competitive spirit, which in turn leads to increasing number of participants and greater interest in the events. Running communities and associations such as the LGV Marathon Gießen are crucial for the development of young athletes and the organization of such events.