EVENTS BACKGROUND
When we established the organization in 2011, we created an annual community and family friendly 5k run-walk event - The Best of the Best 5k. This was our marquee annual fundraising event. We held the event for five years and had great success in our efforts to increase awareness about the dangers of drunk and impaired driving. It also served as a time for solemn reflection on Rory's life as well as the countless others that have been killed by drunk and impaired drivers.
In 2016, we decided to take a break from hosting the event to focus on other initiatives for raising awareness to the responsible use of alcohol. We regularly partner with other like minded organizations to work strategically to combine our efforts toward our commonly shared goal of a future with no alcohol related traffic fatalities.
Below we have included a sampling of past events that we have hosted, sponsored, or participated in. We welcome your inquires on how you would like us to work with you in your community to eliminated drunk and impaired driving. You can email us at: contact@rorysunfinishedbusiness.org
When we established the organization in 2011, we created an annual community and family friendly 5k run-walk event - The Best of the Best 5k. This was our marquee annual fundraising event. We held the event for five years and had great success in our efforts to increase awareness about the dangers of drunk and impaired driving. It also served as a time for solemn reflection on Rory's life as well as the countless others that have been killed by drunk and impaired drivers.
In 2016, we decided to take a break from hosting the event to focus on other initiatives for raising awareness to the responsible use of alcohol. We regularly partner with other like minded organizations to work strategically to combine our efforts toward our commonly shared goal of a future with no alcohol related traffic fatalities.
Below we have included a sampling of past events that we have hosted, sponsored, or participated in. We welcome your inquires on how you would like us to work with you in your community to eliminated drunk and impaired driving. You can email us at: contact@rorysunfinishedbusiness.org
Sampling of Past Events:
Annual Walk Like MADD Events: Warwick, RI (2017-18) Baltimore, MD (2013-19)
This year, the Walk Like MADD event will be held on Saturday, October 14th at the Canton Waterfront Park. For more details regarding the event, please check out their website.
Maryland DUI Law Enforcement Awards 2018: Ocean City, MD
We served as the keynote speaker and had the pleasure to see as more than 110 Maryland law enforcement officers were honored for the hard work and dedication to keep Maryland roadways safe throughout the year.
Sigma Nu Fraternity Events: College Park, MD
Annually, we visit with current Sigma Nu Fraternity members at the University of Maryland to share Rory's story and to educate them on the dangers of drunk and impaired driving as well as underage drinking. Over the years, their philanthropic efforts have raised over $5,000 for the RJW foundation.
Annual Maryland Remember Memorial Ceremony: Annapolis, MD
Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) Annual Law Awards and Holiday SoberRide Kick-Off: Tysons, VA
This annual event hosted in December honors the tireless work that local law enforcement officers do for our community throughout the year. It is hosted by the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP). It is also the time when the SoberRide campaign for the holiday season kicks off with safe and sober rides home for anyone over the age of 21 from 10PM - 4AM during the two week period over the winter holidays. The service is also offered for other select holidays throughout the year. To learn more about SoberRide please visit their website.
Team Spirit Youth Conference 2017: Bryant University Smithfield, RI
More than 250 Rhode Island High Schoolers participated in a week long conference workshopping through various simulations and trainings to educate them on the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Mid-week, we had an opportunity to meet and speak with them about Rory.
Strike Out Drunk Driving Bowling Tournament: East Providence, RI
Best of the Best 5k
About the race...
Established in 2011, one year following the tragic and sudden death of Rory and Adam. It is a 5k community event through beautiful Sligo Creek Parkway in Silver Spring, Maryland. The event has brought together hundreds of family, friends, and community members as well as raised tens of thousands of dollars while honoring the lives of two great individuals to heal and to raise awareness to the dangers of a 100% avoidable crime.
