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America's First Pro-Life Half Marathon Set for November 9
Contact: Martha Schieber, Vitae Foundation, 573-634-4316

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Sept. 3, 2014 /Christian Newswire/ -- Vitae Foundation and LIFE Runners are hosting America's First Pro-Life Half Marathon/5K on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014, at Katy Trail State Park in Jefferson City, Mo. Registration will begin at 7 a.m., with the races beginning at 8 a.m. The cost is $55 for the half marathon and $25 for the 5K and both include a historic event shirt if you register before October 17. Late registration will be $65 for the half marathon and $35 for the 5K. To register online go on the Vitae's website.

"We're excited to host America's very first pro-life half marathon on the historic Katy Trail!" Vitae President Dr. Pat Castle stated. "Expect many personal best finishes on this beautiful, flat, certified course that takes you on Lewis and Clark's route along the scenic Missouri River. We hope that Americans of all ages from coast to coast join this first-ever pro-life event to run, walk, and cheer for a culture of life! Whether you take a plane from the coast, hop a train in the Midwest, or drive from within the Show-Me state, you will not be disappointed—together, we are winning!"

Sponsorships are available, which include company recognition on the back of the race shirt and in the race programs. Company promotional items or materials will be included in all race packets. There will be exhibit tables in the registration area to distribute materials and information to runners.

Many women feel scared and confused when facing an unplanned pregnancy. Vitae's goal is to use media to connect these women with local Pregnancy Help Centers where they can find caring support and resources.

Vitae Foundation is a national non-profit organization which uses non-confrontational mass media campaigns to reach women facing unplanned pregnancies. Vitae pioneered the research that provides a results-driven approach in using media to address the abortion issue. In addition to Vitae's outreach websites, www.YourOptions.com and www.GravityTeen.com, Vitae's presence in 97 U.S. media markets has included ads on the Internet, television, radio, indoor and outdoor billboards, buses, bus caps, and subways.

The National LIFE Runners Team is the world's largest pro-life running/walking team. LIFE Runners relay across America every spring and gather as a team for one national race each fall, and for many local races throughout the year, raising prayers/awareness/funds for Pregnancy Help Centers and the national Vitae Foundation.