National Marathon: Run the Relay and Support United Way of the National Capital Area

Run the National Marathon Team Relay March 26 and you'll not only get the cool t-shirt, half-marathoner's medal (if you finish, of course), and awesome goody bags, you'll have the satisfaction of supporting United Way NCA's efforts in improving the quality of life for real people in our area. A percentage of the team relay entry fee will go to United Way NCA to address top issues in education, financial stability, and health.

Running the same course as the half marathon, the Team Relay consists of three participants per team and offers a distance for everyone, regardless of running experience. With two runners completing 5 miles and one participant running 3.1 miles, the Team Relay is a great way to promote health and fitness.

All you have to do is use the code "11runited" when you register your team - it's that easy.

On your mark, get set, go!

Family Night at the Ballpark

Were you in the bleachers - did you cheer on the Alexandria Aces? United Way NCA volunteers, staff and many supporters recently came out for a family night at the ballpark on July 19. Everyone rooted on the Alexandria Aces collegiate baseball team as they played against the Baltimore Redbirds. It was also a great chance to offer a special thank you to the outgoing Alexandria Regional Council Chair, Delegate David Englin, for his leadership and support during his two-years of service.

The United Way NCA family also extended a warm welcome to the incoming Chair, Councilman Frank H. Fannon IV. The local Alexandria Gazette Packet came out to cover this great event. Read the clip here. Featured in the photo above are (from left) United Way NCA staff with Fannon and Englin. See more photos here.