Springfield Dam Run supports local charities and groups

After 12 years the Springfield Dam Run is still passionate about supporting local activities. Just as in the previous 11 years, the Dam Run and its founder, Joe Cerniglia, continues to turn all profits back over to the Springfield community.

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Springfield Dam Run supports local charities and groups July 26, 2017 Springfield Springfield Dam Run founder, Joe Cerniglia, presents Larry Kraft with a check for $500 to benefit Springfield Hospital’s Childbirth Center renovation project. Photo provided. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – After 12 years the Springfield Dam Run is still passionate about supporting local activities. Just as in the previous 11 years, the Dam Run and its founder, Joe Cerniglia, continues to turn all profits back over to the Springfield community. After this year’s 2017 event, more than $6,700 was provided to local organizations to support their efforts in making our community a great place to live, work and play. The proceeds of the 2017 race benefited the Springfield Family Center, the Springfield Boosters, Club, Springfield High School Sports Teams, the Edgar May Health and Recreation Center, Springfield Hospital’s Childbirth Center renovation project, and Springfield Parks and Recreation. Race founder and director, Joe Cerniglia, explained why supporting these local entities is so important: “This race is about local folks coming out and participating in a healthy and active event, it’s about local businesses making sure this event is well supported, and it’s about giving back to the community.” Cerniglia wants to once again thank this year’s sponsors, many of whom continue to support the race year after year. The 2017 Dam Run Title Sponsor was Springfield Medical Care Systems. Other 2017 sponsors included: Bibens Ace Hardware, Boccaccio’s Salon, Briar Patch Farm, Buffum Realty, Carla Kelly, Casella Waste Services, Lucas Industries, IPG Employee Benefits, Springfield Elks Club, IVEK, Cota and Cota, Edgar May Health and Recreation Center, Tremont Pizza, Springfield Teachers Association, Wellwood Orchard, Von Bargen’s Jewelry, Lawrence and Wheeler Insurance, Muse and Associates Real Estate, Phil Larkin, Springfield Rotary Club, Perkinsville Fundraisers, Springfield Parks and Recreation, HB Energy Solutions, Marcom Studios, Mascoma Savings Bank, Green Mountain Classics, Gurney Brother Construction, Macloaminn’s Scottish Pub, Springfield Barber, Dan O Design, and Larry Peppin. Another important aspect of the Dam Run is that each year the event honors a member of our community who inspires others to live an active and healthy lifestyle. The 2017 recipient was Chip Howard. Chip’s daughter, Emma, nominated her dad and spoke about his dedication to improving his diet and activity level. Chip also began running in the last year and has completed two half-marathons and has his sights on a full-marathon in August. The 2018 Dam Run will be held on Sunday, May 6. For more information visit www.springfielddamrun.com.