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MAY 20, 2017 7:30 am - Registration/Check-in (Shirt and Bib Pick-up) 9:00 am - Run, 9:05 am - Walk Fort Steilacoom Park, 8717 87th Ave SW, Lakewood, WA 98498
About Emergency Food Network Who are you helping at the Hunger Walk & 5K Run? The Hunger Walk & 5K Run benefits Emergency Food Network (EFN), the only nonprofit food distributor in Pierce County. EFN serves a network of 68 food pantries, meal sites, and shelters located throughout Pierce County. Each month, EFN provides our Partner Programs with more than one million pounds of food, at no cost to them! Support for the Hunger Walk & 5K Run will ultimately benefit individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Pierce County. Our Partner Programs accommodated 1.3 million total client visits in 2016, an average of 114,000 visits each month. Because EFN can distribute $12 worth of food for every $1 we receive, your participation in the Hunger Walk & 5K Run will provide hundreds of dollars of food to our neighbors in need.
What impact does Emergency Food Network have in Pierce County? Unfortunately, food insecurity is a problem in every community in America, including Pierce County. Research shows that one in seven people in Pierce County experience food insecurity at some point throughout the year. Families experiencing food insecurity may have to decide between paying rent and buying food, or an adult may skip a meal so that children can eat. Providing our Partner Programs with food ensures that when these families visit in need, they can leave with enough food for nine meals.
Who is Associated Ministries? Associated Ministries (AM) is our co-sponsor for the Hunger Walk & 5K Run. AM was one of the founding members of EFN along with, FISH Food Banks, Tacoma Rescue Mission, and Salvation Army. For the past 36 years, Associated Ministries has hosted the Hunger Walk to partly benefit EFN. This past year’s event marked the transition year where Associated Ministries “passed the torch” to Emergency Food Network as the new host of this annual walk and run. “This is a timely and important transition,” says Mike Yoder, Executive Director of Associated Ministries. “It will allow Associated Ministries to remain focused on raising funds and awareness for homelessness and housing, and Emergency Food Network on food security. In a sense we are ‘right-sizing’ the Hunger Walk, enabling it to live where it makes the most sense.”
How can you learn more about Emergency Food Network and local food pantries? On race day, visit the “Emergency Food Network” booth in the vendor area. We would love to talk with you! If you would like to learn more now, visit www.efoodnet.org.
? w o n k u o y Did For every $1 raised EFN will be able to distribute $12 worth of food!
Frequently Asked Questions Where can I park?
Parking is available across the street from the main stage and all of the activities, please see the map for more information. Handicapped Parking is located in the paved lot next to the playscape.
What are the course routes?
There will be two courses at this year’s event! The 5K Run route will take runners throughout the park on both trails and pavement. Please be prepared for a beautiful, trail run type of running experience. You may encounter uneven terrain, muddy conditions, etc. Also, back by popular demand, you are still able to walk around Waughop Lake three times to complete your 5K Walk.
Where do I get water on race day?
A vendor booth near the main stage will supply water. There will also be two water stops on Waughop Lake walk route and two water stops on the 5K Run route.
Where is the First Aid station?
There will be a first aid tent located at the Start/ Finish line.
Is this a dog-friendly event?
We are very excited to welcome your furry friends this year! We ask that all dogs be well behaved, vaccinated and remain leashed at all times. We recommend that you bring dog waste bags and portable water bowl in case your friend gets thirsty. It is also suggested that you have only one dog per person.
Can I donate food the day of the event?
Yes! There will be food drive boxes located throughout the event area. High demand items include peanut butter, canned meats, soups, baby food, formula, and diapers.
Where are restrooms located on event day?
There will be porta-potties located near the main stage.
Where is Lost and Found?
Lost and Found items will go to the main stage.
What happens if a child is lost?
If your child gets lost, please alert a volunteer, give them a description of your child and your cell phone number. Our volunteers will alert the Emergency Food Network staff that we have a lost child and we will communicate with our team members across the park. Please tell your child in advance that if they get lost, to go to the main stage and tell one of the volunteers or the emcee that they cannot find their parents.
Where will race results be posted?
Race results for the 5K Run will be posted at the check-in/registration tents as well as on our website after the event.
When and where will fundraising results be posted? Fundraising results will be posted on the Hunger Walk & 5K Run website the week following the event. Awards will be given based off of funds raised through event day. However, we encourage you to continue fundraising even after the event.
Can I bring a stroller on the 5K Run course?
Strollers are welcome, though we ask you to start towards the back of the group to be considerate to other runners. Also, please stay on the inside lane while on Burnet Road for safety reasons.
What are you going to do if it rains?
Provided there’s no lightning, the walk and run will go on. If there is lightning, we will postpone the walk and run for up to an hour at the latest. If we cancel due to weather, there will be no refunds issued because this is a fundraising event benefiting families in our community.
Will there be mile splits?
There will be markers at each mile.
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Dinner & Auction • October 21, 2017 Share your abundance in support of Emergency Food Network! This year’s event will feature a delicious dinner, exciting live and silent auctions, and a meaningful way to give so that no person goes hungry. Proceeds from this special night will provide emergency food for children, adults, and seniors in Pierce County. 6:00 - 10:00 pm McGavick Conference Center Clover Park Technical College $100 per seat • $1,000 table Sponsorship levels start at $1,500 Call for more details (253) 584-1040 RESERVE YOUR TICKETS TODAY! www.efoodnet.org/event/abundance-2017
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