It all began with an idea.
Initially conceived by Alabama Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics member Grant Allen, MD, FAAP, the Grand Pediatric Pentathlon has grown to be ROR-AL's signature fundraising event at the Alabama Chapter-AAP's Spring Meeting.
During the 10th anniversary of the Grand Pediatric Pentathlon, the Memorial Day weekend weather was perfect for the 65 participants who participated in walks/runs, swims, bikes, kayaks, and reading to benefit Reach Out and Read-Alabama.
After a beautiful, sunny Friday afternoon Fun Run on the beach, many participants had a great time learning how to build sandcastles with Sandcastle University. The participants completed various events throughout Saturday, culminating with a fun mixer overlooking the beach including a photo booth and 18 prize drawings.
Dr. Allen’s vision of having a fun event that meeting attendees and their families could participate in while enjoying the amenities of the meeting venue while supporting ROR-AL has raised over $123,000 in the last nine years.
View more photos from the event by ciicking on the photo above.
Past participants share why they participate in the Grand Pediatric Pentathlon
The Everything Alabama basket is always a favorite among participants.
This original artwork from Linda Lee Art is sure to be one of our most popular prizes.
If you yell Roll Tide, this prize is for you. Thanks to the University of Alabama and Coach Nick Saban for this great prize!
We love our friends at It's A Southern Thing and this basket is sure to be crowd pleaser.
Your family will have a great time at OWA with this family 4-pack!
If you love to hike, this prize is for you. And the best part, we have two!
Thank to our program sites at Dothan Pediatric Healthcare Network for your their donation of this Family Game Night basket.
This Bogg Bag full of children's books from our friends at All About Books is a fun prize.
A staple of the Grand Pediatric Pentathlon, the kayak is one of the most popular prizes each year.
The Regions Bank green cruiser bike is back!
Our sponsors share their favorite children’s books leading up to the event as part of #GetCaughtReading Month!
