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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Joe Jonas iWin 5K Fun Run?
Where is the Joe Jonas iWin 5K Fun Run? On the campus of
How much does it cost to enter? Registration fee is $30 per person, if registered by NOTE: On-line pre-registration closes at midnight on Saturday, September 4. Anyone wishing to participate who does not pre-register by this time must register on site, the morning of the event. Day-off fee: $45. Registration will go faster if you use cash, however, we can accept credit/debit cards. Who does the Fun Run benefit? Special Olympics Florida, which provides year-round sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiver, as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, socialization skills, and the life skills necessary to be a productive, respected and contributing members of their communities. As the world’s largest program of sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Special Olympics serves over 3 million people in more than 170 countries. Here in Founded in 1972, Special Olympics Florida is a not-for-profit organization funded solely through the generosity of individuals, businesses and civic groups. This support allows Special Olympics to never charge the athlete or their families a fee for participation. Unique to the organization is that when you give in
How do I get to Directions to the campus - NSU website Driving directions to the campus - PDF Where do I park? Parking is available in the parking garage, on campus, off of Campus map with race courses marked. Note: you will want to park in the garage labeled "LRITC garage" on the map.
Is there a fee for parking? Parking is $1 per hour. Bring cash.
What time does on-site registration start the day of the race? Registration starts at Do I have to fill out a waiver? YES! No one will be allowed to participate without turning a fully completed waiver at registration the day of the event. Download and fill out the waiver now to save time the morning of the run. There will be extra waivers on site the morning of the run should you need them – but if you are under 18 years of age, your parent/legal guardian still must sign it before you can participate. Where will registration be? The registration tent is conveniently located between the parking garage and the large lawn area where the activities will be set up. Exit the parking garage out of the Southwest corner to head toward registration. Pre-registered participants and day-of registrants will have separate lines. Please have your waiver and/or registration form completed BEFORE getting in line. This will make registration go smoother for everyone.
If I pre-registered on-line, what do I need to do the morning of the run?
If I want to register the morning of the run, on site, what do I need to do?
How old do I have to be to participate? We welcome fans of all ages to attend the event, however, participants under 13 years of age must be accompanied by a paying, registered adult. Children under 13 must have a paid entry fee. For safety reasons, children under 7 years of age should not participate; but they are welcome to cheer on runners and enjoy the festivities with their families!
Do I have to run the whole route? No! The goal of this event is for Joe Jonas and Special Olympics fans to have fun! There is a 1K course and a 5K course. Whether you register on-line or on site, you can choose which course you prefer to do (the 1K and 5K will have staggered starts, which is why we ask). You and your friends, family, team can walk or run or a combo of the two!
Will there be water stations on the course? Yes. The 1K course will have one water stop. The 5K course will have three water stops. You are welcome to bring your own water bottles as well. We want to make sure everyone stays well hydrated as it will be very warm. There will also be refreshments for registered participants at the end of the run.
I am coming in from out of town. Are there recommended hotels close to the campus? Yes, there are several nearby hotels that are recommended by
What other amenities are in the area? There are numerous restaurants, gas stations, and stores, very close to campus, primarily found off of
Will Joe Jonas be running? Yes! He will also participate in the post-run awards ceremony, which everyone can view.
Will Joe Jonas or the Jonas Brothers be performing at the event? No.
Can I meet Joe Jonas? The top 25 fundraisers (who must each raise a minimum of $1,000 per person) will get a private meet and greet with Joe Jonas PRIOR to the run, between
How do I get my free, personal fundraising page to compete for the cool incentive prizes? Easy! When you register at http://www.firstgiving.com/jonasrunfl, you will be given the option to build your own personal fundraising page. You can customize name your page (e.g., www.firstgiving.com/mysupercooljonasfunrunpage - OK, that’s a little long, but you get the idea), then customize your text, upload a picture and then email your friends, family, co-workers, the link to your URL and ask them to help support your fundraising efforts. Simple as that
What if I’ve registered, but didn’t build a fundraising page and want one now? No problem. When you registered, you were given a code by FirstGiving (you can also always log into FirstGiving again and retrieve it). Once you’ve got your code handy, just go to http://www.firstgiving.com/jonasrunfl and select “Create a Fundraising Page” and follow the instructions from there.
Can I collect off-line donations? Absolutely! We know it’s sometimes easier for your supporters to simply give you cash or write a check. To have your off-line donations appear on your FirstGiving page total…log in to your page and at the bottom you’ll find a place to enter your current off-line donations total. This will update you progress thermometer automatically. You must bring all off-line donations with you to the race. If you are in the running for being one of the top 25 fundraisers, you MUST turn in your donations at registration between This is because we must tally all donations at If you are not in contention for the top 25, but have off-line donations to turn in, you may turn those in anytime between
Are my supporters’ donations tax deductible? Yes! Special Olympics Florida is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit. Those who donate through FirstGiving will automatically receive an e-mail from Special Olympics Florida with the information needed – you don’t have to do anything! For off-line donations, you can fill out this receipt for contributions form and give your donors. You do not need to fill out all the lines on the form. Only need to fill in Contributor’s Name (the person making the donation), Address, City, State, Zip, and Project (Joe Jonas Fun Run), Amount, Date, check off if the donation was cash or a check, Received By (enter your name), and lastly, check the box that says “No goods or services were received in exchange for this contribution.” What are the incentive levels? • Raise a minimum of $70 (above and beyond the $30 reg. fee) – receive a commemorative racing bib, finisher's prize and a Joe Jonas iWin Fun Run t-shirt • The top 25 fundraisers* will receive everything mentioned above • The top 5 fundraisers* will receive everything mentioned above • The top 2 fundraisers* will receive everything mentioned above * Must raise over $1,000 to qualify.
How do the top 25, top 5 and top 2 fundraising competition prizes work? Remember: the incentive prizes for being one of the top 25, 5, or 2 fundraisers go to the INDIVIDUAL fundraiser, not a team. To be ELIGIBLE for any of the top 25 fundraising prizes, each person must raise a minimum of $1,000. For example, if 40 people raise at least $1,000 per person, only the top 25 out of those 40 people will get to meet Joe Jonas at the meet and greet. The person whose name is associated with the fundraising page is who will get the meet and greet opportunity. Each of the top 25 fundraisers may bring one person with them to the meet and greet (parent/chaperone/friend). Due to time constraints and Joe Jonas' availability, we cannot guarantee that the one additional guest will be able to meet Joe. There will, however, be a close viewing area where photos can be taken. There will also be an official photographer taking each fundraiser’s picture with Joe, should you not have or bring a camera. The complimentary photos will be sent to the fundraisers after the race.
How will I know if I’m in the top 25? Special Olympics Florida will notify you via e-mail, prior to the run in you are in contention to be one of the top 25 fundraisers. The morning of the run, please check in by no later than 7:00am. You will be asked to wait near the registration tents, and we will announce the top 25 fundraisers between 7:00 and 7:30am, provide you with special credentials, and escort the you and your one (1) guest/chaperone to the meet and greet at that time.
What happens after I’m done running? There will be refreshments for registered runners, music,
Can people who didn’t register come as spectators? Yes, parents/chaperons and guests who do not participate in the run itself are welcome to attend as spectators. Registered participants will, however, be given a priority viewing area for the post-run ceremony.
What time does the event end? The event end time is subject to many variables, but it is anticipated that all activities will conclude by approximately
How can I interact with other Fun Run participants and get the latest news? Join our Fun Run group on Facebook! ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS? If you have any questions, please contact Linda Mills, Special Olympics Broward County at 954-262-2150 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!
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