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New Date for NIH Challenge Relay and Community Day

Dear Colleagues,

Please be advised that the NIH Community Day and NIH Institute Challenge Relay Race, originally scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, have been postponed until Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 10:00am – 3:00pm on the NIH Main Campus, Bethesda, MD due to tomorrow's forecast of thunderstorms and heavy rain. This change will allow us to ensure the event is carried out safely and provides the best possible experience for all participants.

​NIH Community Day and the NIH Relay Race remain important opportunities to bring our workforce together, strengthen connections across our community, and celebrate our shared commitment to advancing the NIH mission.
 

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we make this adjustment. Additional details and reminders will be shared as the new date approaches. 

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to your participation on October 9. 

This event is sponsored by the NIH Office of the Director and coordinated with the Recreation and Welfare Association (R&W) Fitness Program​

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