We reserve Thursdays as a day to offer ideas of things people can do to give back in our community. For this week’s Give Back Thursday idea, we present Armstrong’s Avenge Hunger Virtual 5K! Read on for more details!
How many times have you uttered the words, “I’m so hungry” and then went and got food? For many of us, this happens often and is not a problem we can’t easily solve. Usually, if you are hungry you can go and get a snack, a meal, or whatever you need to feel satisfied. For others, right here in our own community, that is not a luxury they have. There are people who may not know where their next meal will come from. There are parents who aren’t sure how they will feed their children. This is not a worry anyone should have to face.
With the help of local community feeding programs, like food pantries, many residents are able to access food. However, the demand on these programs can be great, especially during times of uncertainty. These programs need our help to continue their work of helping those in need. That is why we are so happy to offer today’s Give Back Thursday idea of Armstrong’s Avenge Hunger Virtual 5K!
Help Armstrong Avenge Hunger in Our Community!
For the third straight year, Armstrong will conduct Avenge Hunger Month during September with the goal of gathering resources for community feeding programs as part of their ongoing Breaking Bread initiative. Read their full press release here: https://grovecityareachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Armstrong-Avenge-Hunger-Virtual-5K-PR-9.3.20.pdf
Part of Armstrong’s Avenge Hunger Month in September, includes a virtual race called the Avenge Hunger Virtual 5K. Participants can run, walk, treadmill, or bike from any location they choose. They are also encouraging participants of all ages to dress as their favorite superhero and post photos on social media using #AvengeHunger5K to add to the fun of the event.
“The community feeding programs will be the real winners in this race,” stated Armstrong Community Marketing Manager, Bree Freehling, “Armstrong is going to provide donations for the top three times, to the food pantry of the racers’ choice.” A donation of $250 in honor of first place, $150 for second and $75 for third will be added to the contributions that come from the race fees and other donations. You can participate any time during the month of September, but the deadline to register is September 23, 2020. “Participants will receive a medal for their participation,” continued Freehling, “to show that they have helped Avenge Hunger in their community.”
Why not enter the Avenge Hunger Virtual 5K? You can complete the race at your leisure and location of choice. This is a unique opportunity to help community feeding programs as they help those in our community who are hungry and need help. Challenge your co-workers, friends, and family to do the Avenge Hunger Virtual 5K and see who can have the best time!
To register, click here https://runsignup.com/grovecityarmstrongsystem
Flyer available here: https://grovecityareachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Virtual-5K-partner-flyer-Bree.pdf
For more details: Contact Bree Freehling, Community Marketing Manager at Armstrong at 724-458-7165 x225