23rd Annual A Most Excellent Race to benefit the Achievement Centers' Camp Cheerful

HIGHLAND HILLS, Ohio, June 12, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The 23rd Annual A Most Excellent Race, presented by Majestic Steel USA and benefiting the Achievement Centers for Children's Camp Cheerful, will take place on Sunday, June 23, 2013 at Beaumont School in Cleveland Heights. Offering a scenic, shaded course which progresses through a historic Cleveland Heights neighborhood, A Most Excellent Race is managed by Hermes Sports and Events. A Most Excellent Race is made possible through the generous support of the Presenting Sponsor, Majestic Steel USA, and Division Sponsors AssuraMed and the Brokaw ad agency.

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Campers from Camp Cheerful will kick off the event at 8:30 a.m. with the crowd-favorite "Camp Cheerful Classic" -- a spirited short-distance race. At 9 a.m. runners, and walkers will start off in one of three divisions:  5K Run, 10K Run, and the 5K Family Fun Walk.  Awards will be presented to winners in each run category, and to individuals and teams who generate the most financial support for Camp Cheerful. Fun family activities will contribute to the festivities and include a bounce house, Flower Clown, face painting, popular costumed characters, and more. A DJ along with appearances of on-air personalities from media sponsors, 107.3 the Wave and WEWS Newsnet 5 will add to the excitement.

Participants may pre-register for A Most Excellent Race for a reduced entry fee of $20 before June 19th or register on-site prior to the race from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for $25.  Entry fee includes snacks and refreshments, and race t-shirt, while supplies last. To pre-register, visit www.achievementcenters.org/race or contact the Achievement Centers for Children at (216) 292-9700.

Proceeds from A Most Excellent Race benefit the Achievement Centers for Children's Camp Cheerful, situated on 52 acres in the Cleveland Metroparks' Mill Stream Run Reservation in Strongsville, Ohio. Founded over 65 years ago, Camp Cheerful offers children, teens and adults of all abilities positive experiences in a variety of traditional day and residential camping programs.  Campers can participate in swimming, canoeing, fishing, arts and crafts, therapeutic horseback riding, sports and other special activities – all geared to their unique strengths and challenges. New for this year at Camp Cheerful is the River Rock Adult Day Program that offers a year-round program of engaging and meaningful social, recreational and educational activities customized for each adult's special needs, abilities and interests.

The Achievement Centers for Children is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to enable and empower children with disabilities and their families to grow, learn, play and prepare for lifelong achievement in society. Providing comprehensive high-quality, cost-effective services and programs in the areas of therapy, family support, recreation, education, and autism services, the Achievement Centers for Children is uniquely positioned to serve children with special needs and their entire family at our facilities in Highland Hills, Westlake and Camp Cheerful in Strongsville, Ohio. For more information, visit www.achievementcenters.org.

Media Contact:  Kathy Henry, Manager of Marketing Communications
Achievement Centers for Children
4255 Northfield Road, Highland Hills, OH
[email protected] 
216.292.9700 x 235

SOURCE Achievement Centers for Children