Inaugural Bill G. Werner Memorial 5K+ Run/Walk

The Department of Physical Therapy invites the New York Tech community and friends to the inaugural Bill G. Werner Memorial 5K+ Run/Walk on Sunday, Nov. 10 at the Long Island campus.

Gates open: 8 a.m. ET
Race starts: 9 a.m. ET
Meeting point: Riland Building Parking Lot, Long Island campus

This event is in honor and memory of Dr. William “Bill” G. Werner, Ed.D., a beloved member of the New York Tech Physical Therapy community for more than 20 years.

Registration is $35 per person and includes an event t-shirt and a personalized bib. All proceeds from the event directly benefit the Werner Memorial Scholarship fund. Sponsorship opportunities are available and in-kind donations are greatly appreciated.

Reserve Your Spot

Questions about the event? Please contact Carol Lane at clane03@nyit.edu.

Sponsorship Levels

Please consider becoming a sponsor through our form or via check.

Platinum Sponsor – $5,000

Includes:

• Promo material (supplied by business) in race bag
• Exclusive logo placement on race bibs
• Company logo on race shirt and website
• Booth presence at race festival and recovery zone
• Social media shout-out

Gold Sponsor – $2,500

Includes:

• Promo material (supplied by business) in race bag
• Company logo at all mile markers 1, 2, 3
• Company logo on race shirt and website
• Booth presence at race festival and recovery zone
• Social media shout-out

Silver Sponsor – $1,000

Includes:

• Promo material (supplied by business) in race bag
• Water station sponsor signage
• Company logo on race shirt and website
• Social media shout-out

Bronze Sponsor – $500

Includes:

• Promo material (supplied by business) in race bag
• Company logo on race shirt and website
• Booth presence at race festival and recovery zone

Gift-In-Kind Opportunities

Unable to attend? Consider becoming a sponsor or donating to the Werner Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Provide the event with products, prizes, or services valued at $300 or greater that is usable at the event in exchange for sponsor support you will have a presence at the event.

Provide Any One or Combination of the Following:

• Bottled water, sports or recovery drink (coconut water or chocolate milk)
• Energy gels or bars
• Refueling food (fruit, veggies, bagels, etc.)
• Specialty finish line treats (ice cream, cupcakes, pizza, egg rolls, etc.)
• Race day meals for volunteers and staff
• Rental services such as lighting, trucks, generators, etc.
• Photography/videography services
• Medical first-aid volunteer personnel
• Race merchandise and goodies for volunteer training
• Prize merchandise, services, and goodies for top finishers

You Will Receive:

• Acknowledgment of your support online and throughout the event
• Booth presence at race festival & recovery zone
• Provide inserts or samples for runner goodie bag
• Logo/link on website, emails, social media channels

Please contact Eric Greenberg or Mark Gugliotti if you would like to make an in-kind donation. All donations must be accompanied with a completed Gift-In-Kind form.

About the William G. Werner Memorial Fund:

The William G. Werner Memorial Fund was created to celebrate the legacy of Dr. William “Bill” Werner, a beloved member of the New York Tech Physical Therapy community for more than twenty years. Dr. Werner was deeply committed to his family and had a profound passion for working with people with neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s Disease, and advancing the physical therapy profession. His unwavering dedication to mentoring, educating, and developing future physical therapists has made a lasting impact on both the profession and to New York Tech students. This fund supports the New York Tech DPT program and its students, ensuring that his commitment to excellence and spirit continues to inspire future generations.