The first-ever Dunkin’ Donuts Family Fun Run and Walk-a-thon in Nashville, Tennessee. took place on Saturday to benefit the T.J. Martell Foundation. More than 400 people attended, including Mayor Karl Dean who was honoured for his Healthy Nashville initiative and kicked off the day of fitness, fun, and food.

Hosted by Frank Wycheck and local Christian pop group, pureNRG, the run and walk-a-thon benefited the T.J. Martell Foundation’s mission of supporting innovative cancer research. After the 5K fun run and walk, Applebee’s sponsored a picnic lunch and participants enjoyed ice cream donated by Baskin-Robbins. Various games and activities were provided for the children and adults browsed the silent auction.

Nashville Mayor Karl Dean is honoured for his Healthy Nashville Initiative. Front Row [L-R]: pureNRG’s Carolyne, Jordan and Caroline, Mayor Karl Dean, Joe Rando, event chairman, Laura Heatherly, Executive Director for the T.J. Martell Foundation, Tony Conway, President of the T.J. Martell Foundation. Second Row: Frank Wycheck, event host. Photo by Alan Mayor [Click image to enlarge]

“We are so grateful for everyone that took part in making this event a success,” said Laura Heatherly, Executive Director of the T.J. Martell Foundation. “It was a great success and we look forward to next year’s event.”

pureNRG is gearing up for their upcoming Christmas tour with Casting Crowns that will launch November 28th in Houston, Texas. The group released their first holiday project, A pureNRG Christmas, on September 23rd. Check it out on their YMZ artist page.

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