Mario Lemieux Foundation, Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation to host 6.6k fundraising run

PITTSBURGH — The Mario Lemieux Foundation and Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation will host the Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark, which is scheduled to be held on October 15.

All proceeds benefit the cancer research and patient care initiatives of the Mario Lemieux Foundation, as well as the youth initiatives of the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation.

The 6.6K run will start and end at PPG Paints Arena, home of the Pittsburgh Penguins.  A 3.3K Family Walk (2.05 miles) will also be offered to individuals and groups of four.  Registration for both distances includes a long-sleeve tech shirt, virtual gift bag and finishing medal.

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Participants can choose to join the Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Fundraising Team and win Penguins prizes while raising additional funds for the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation and the Mario Lemieux Foundation. There are also volunteer opportunities available for race day.

To register, volunteer or learn more information about the Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark, visit

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