SAVANNAH, Ga. (Nov. 7, 2025) – United Way of the Coastal Empire, in partnership with…
SAVANNAH, GA (Nov. 27, 2025) – United Way of the Coastal Empire’s 17th annual Turkey Trot, presented by SouthCoast Health, took place this morning and raised more than $60,000 for the United Way Community Fund. The Thanksgiving morning event drew 1,956 participants to Daffin Park, the largest turnout in the race’s history.
Runners and walkers traveled from across the region, 34 states, and six countries to take part in the holiday tradition. As in previous years, many participants dressed in festive, Thanksgiving-themed costumes for the annual costume contest.
The morning began with the Kids K and Diaper Dash and concluded with the 4-mile run/walk, which started in Daffin Park and looped through the Ardsley Park neighborhood. The race concluded back in Daffin Park where race participants then enjoyed chili and a post-race awards ceremony.
4-Mile Run/Walk Race Results
Top 3 Overall Female Runners:
- Liz Ozeki – 23:23
- Adele Cory – 26:04
- Gaby Kenard – 26:20
Top 3 Overall Male Runners:
- Grady Coppock – 20:11
- Henry Hicks – 21:29
- Harry Cleland – 21:53
For a full list of participant results, visit:
https://www.athlinks.com/event/23045/results/Event/1127525/Results
(This link can also be found on United Way’s website at uwce.org.)
Proceeds from the event benefit the United Way Community Fund, improving lives throughout Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, and Long counties. Through the Community Fund, United Way provides direct assistance to individuals and families through United Way’s 211 Information and Referral Service and County Service Centers, supports vital nonprofit programs and services, and connects volunteers to causes that strengthen our community.
This year’s event was presented by SouthCoast Health, with premier partners Fleet Feet and WJCL News.
Event sponsors included Colonial Group, Georgia Ports Authority, Gulfstream, Publix, Ad Specialty, Memorial Health, Nestlé Health Science, StayinSavannah.com, The Black Rabbit, Coca-Cola, Crystal Beer Parlor, PERC Coffee, Race Krewe, Dick Broadcasting Company, Savannah Business Journal, Savannah Master Calendar, Savannah Morning News, and The Savannah Tribune.
Learn more about the Turkey Trot at uwce.org.
Save the Date: The 18th annual Turkey Trot will be held on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, 2026.
