WHAT: Thousands of participants from more than 200 companies, non-profit organizations, schools and government agencies, and their families and friends, will run, walk or cheer at the 2012 Marcum Workplace Challenge, Long Island’s largest charity run-walk and company picnic.
WHY: The 3.5-mile Marcum Workplace Challenge is Long Island’s largest participatory sporting event and charity fundraiser. Thousands of runners and walkers, cheered on by thousands of colleagues, friends and families, raise much-needed funds for three wonderful community organizations, while spending a healthy, fun-filled evening in one of Long Island’s most beautiful parks. Sponsoring companies and other local businesses host the region’s biggest corporate picnic, with food, festivities and fun for all. The event has raised over $150,000 for local charities.