Run with Joe Jonas of the Jonas Brothers at Nova Southeastern University to Support Special Olympics Florida

FT. LAUDERDALE-DAVIE, Fla. – Jonas Brothers fans and fans of Special Olympics are invited to take part in the Joe Jonas iWin 5K Fun Run/Walk, benefiting Special Olympics Florida, on Monday, Sept. 6 (Labor Day) on the main campus of Nova Southeastern University (NSU) in Davie.

NSU is home to the Special Olympics Broward County chapter, which is the only chapter in the nation to be housed at a university.

Joe Jonas participating in a prior iWin Fun Run.

In keeping with his passion for running and philanthropy, Joe Jonas of the famous Jonas Brothers will be running alongside participants as part of the Joe Jonas iWin 5k Fun Run/Walk. This run is just one of several unique family events that Joe Jonas and his own Change for the Children Foundation is hosting across the country to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics.

The Fun Run/Walk features a family friendly 5K and 1K option, with registration beginning at 6 a.m. and the Fun Run/Walk starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 6 (Labor Day) at NSU’s main campus at 3301 College Ave. in Davie.

“Special Olympics places great importance on youth involvement and understanding,” said Special Olympics Florida President Monty Castevens. “There couldn’t be a better or more impactful ambassador for the Special Olympics movement to today’s youth than Joe Jonas.”

Participants may also compete in a fundraising challenge to win top prizes including meeting and running with Joe Jonas himself at the race. Proceeds from this event will benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Florida, which includes the athletes of Special Olympics Broward County.

Registration fees are $30 per person if registered by Sept. 5, or $45 per person for day-of registration. Fees include a commemorative racing bib and finisher’s prize.

The funds raised at the race will help give all Special Olympics Florida chapters the ability to continue to provide FREE year-round sports training and competition to more than 15,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

For more information, or to register please visit www.jonasfunrunfl.com or call (954) 262-2150.

About Special Olympics Florida: SOBC Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to 15,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiver, as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, friendships, and the life skills necessary to be respected and contributing members of their communities. For more information visit www.specialolympicsflorida.org

About Special Olympics Broward County (SOBC): SOBC provides sports training and Olympic-style competition to almost 800 athletes with intellectual disabilities in 22 sports, through the support of more than 40 Broward training programs. Through successful sports training and competition, Special Olympics athletes develop physically, socially, and psychologically. The positive experiences the athletes have in ongoing Special Olympics programs builds confidence and self-image, which carries into all aspects of their lives. For more information visit www.specialolympicsbroward.org.

Media Contact:
Andra Liwag, NSU Office of Public Affairs
954-262-5309 (office), 954-873-8494 cell, andrali@nova.edu