On November 6, 2005, David Newman and Rik Wilson launched the first Run for Ret by running the New York City Marathon in memory of a friend and a brother-in-law, Ret Thomas. They both had run this marathon before, but this time it was very different. They were specifically honoring the spirit and courage of Ret’s fight against cancer. God willing and health permitting, David and Rik will again run in 2007. But in the meantime, we are planning on other Run for Ret events in both Atlanta, GA and Hilton Head Island, SC to continue to raise the needed funds for the fight. If you are interested in being a Runner for Ret, please get in touch with us either through the website or by contacting us directly.

Run for Ret - Hilton Head Island

The first annual Island Run for Ret will take place on Saturday, September 1, 2007 on the roads and trails of Sea Pines Forest Preserve, a 600-acre, prestine maritime forest enviroment. The 5K run/walk is open to all levels and ages and will feature age bracket and overall prizes.

To register, go to www.gotrisports.com. If you can't enter but would like to make a donation and a differenc, please send you check made out to:

          The Ret Foundation
          14 Wells East Drive
          Hilton Head, SC 29926

We intend that this race will be held on the Saturday morning of each Labor Day weekend so plan for future races if you will miss this one.