3rd Annual Emily's Parade and Emily's Run ER::5K.
Two Events. One Community United.
The goal is uniting community. We're bringing a diverse group of folks together for an afternoon. Show the world that community bridges occupation, pastime, and passion. We're also raising funds for
The "I Love U Guys" Foundation. We've done some amazing things in the aftermath of tragedy. It's an important message. Important actions.
All proceeds will be distributed responsibly and effectively toward the stated goals of The "I Love U Guys" Foundation.
3rd Annual Emily's Parade
From Columbine to Canyon
From Columbine High School to Platte Canyon High School, the 3rd Annual Emily's Parade was another one for the books. Once again more than 1600 bikes and over 2000 total riders engaged in this unique event, joining us to celebrate Emily, community, and kindness.
We're grateful to David Oberbeck of Photoglyph Studios, who was there to document the day. Click below to view David's photo galleries.
Events at Columbine High School
On the Road and Up the Canyon
Events at Platte Canyon High School
Tim Anderson, editor of Southwest Scooter News, also captured the tenor of the ride in his photo gallery, Emily's Pink Parade.
2nd Annual Emily's Run - ER::5K
126 runners, walkers and strollers participated in this first-time event. The course along State Hwy. 64 was beautiful! Park County Sheriff's Office was well-represented, running in formation with their guidon, as did the Jefferson County SWAT team.
2nd Annual Emily's Parade
From Columbine to Canyon
About 1600 bikes rode in 2007 on a glorious Colorado day... with a brisk September wind! Great attendance. Great people! Thanks to all!
Photographer David Oberbeck (Photoglyph Studios) documented Emily's Parade 2007 also. Click below to view David's photo galleries.
Events at Columbine High School
Ride Gallery
Events at Platte Canyon High School
Emily's Run
In tribute to first responders across the nation, the Jefferson County Regional SWAT Team ran more than 35 miles to Platte Canyon High School. This Run symbolized the respect and commitment of these essential individuals to their communities and to each other.
Photographer David Oberbeck was out early (the Run began around 5:00AM) to document this incredible achievement. Click below for the online photo gallery.
The Run Gallery
The Final Five ER::5K
As a reminder of the toll that school violence has taken in the US, we invited Colorado and national first responders to join the Jeffco Team to run the final 5K to Platte Canyon High School.
We are grateful to photographer Kirk Glienke for photographing this event. Click below to view Kirk's photo gallery.
2007 ER::5K
Show Us Your Heart
“It took the alchemy of medical science and simple human kindness to enable the 63-year-old retired black cop from New York City to see life through the eyes of the 16-year-old high school student from Colorado.“
Which is why it was on Wednesday - Valentine's Day - that Julius Britto stood in an unfamiliar room in an unfamiliar city...“
James B. Meadow, Rocky Mountain News February 15, 2007
Emily's Parade
From Columbine to Canyon
The 1st Annual Emily's Parade raised over $70,000, which was transferred to the Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA) to be privately administered for the benefit of the six girls who survived the Platte Canyon High School shooting.
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