Run for Moore
Run for Moore
Run for Moore (/rʌn fɔːr mʊər/) is a charitable event organized to raise funds for the Moore Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing medical research and providing support for patients suffering from various diseases.
Etymology
The term "Run for Moore" is a combination of the words "run" and "Moore". The word "run" (/rʌn/) is derived from the Old English "rinnan", meaning "to run", and is used here to denote a running event. "Moore" (/mʊər/) is the name of the foundation for which the event is organized. The name "Moore" is of Old English origin and means "marsh" or "fen". In this context, it refers to the surname of the founder of the Moore Foundation.
Related Terms
- Marathon: A long-distance running race, typically 26.2 miles (42.2 kilometers). Many "Run for Moore" events are organized as marathons.
- Fundraising: The process of gathering voluntary contributions of money or other resources, by requesting donations from individuals, businesses, charitable foundations, or governmental agencies.
- Non-profit organization: An organization that uses its surplus revenues to further achieve its purpose or mission, rather than distributing its surplus income to the organization's directors (or equivalents) as profit or dividends.
- Medical research: The study of health and disease in people. It is the first step in a thorough understanding of diseases and the creation of effective treatments and cures.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Run for Moore
- Wikipedia's article - Run for Moore
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