Geisinger Marworth to hold annual Recovery Fun Run

DANVILLE, Pa. – Geisinger Marworth will hold its annual Recovery Fun Run, featuring a 5K run and 1-mile walk, on Sunday, Sept. 10.
 
The event will begin at 10 a.m. at the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail - Scranton Half Marathon Pavilion in Scranton.
                                                                                                                                                 
Race proceeds benefit the Geisinger Marworth Therapeutic Activities Fund, which provides recreation programs and facilities that help patients experience healthy leisure and gain sober social skills to support them in their recovery after they leave treatment.
 
“Participating in the Geisinger Marworth Recovery Fun Run can make a direct impact on the lives of people dealing with addiction,” said Michael Ogden, Marworth’s executive director. “Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or simply someone who wants to support a great cause, this event welcomes everyone. Together, we can create a healthier and happier future for all.”
 
Participants can register online ($25) or on site the day of the event from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. ($30). Registration cost includes a t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to age group winners, and a prize raffle will be held at the end of the event.
 
For more information and a course map, visit runsignup.com/recoveryfunrun.

About Geisinger
Geisinger is among the nation’s leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in urban and rural communities across Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the nonprofit system generates $10 billion in annual revenues across 126 care sites — including 10 hospital campuses — and Geisinger Health Plan, with more than half a million members in commercial and government plans. Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 5,000 medical professionals annually and conducts more than 1,400 clinical research studies. With 26,000 employees, including 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania’s largest employers with an estimated economic impact of $15 billion to the state’s economy. On March 31, 2024, Geisinger became the first member of Risant Health, a new nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country. Learn more at geisinger.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.