Ohio Mennonite Central Committee Run 4 Relief 1k & 5k Race

8076 ST RT 241 Mt. Hope, OH 44660
8076 ST RT -241
Mt Hope, OH US 44660

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Have you ever milked a goat?                             

Through Mennonite Central Committee, families in Lebanon will have access to a pair of goats to start their herd. Once established, the family can choose to sell the offspring or continue to milk the goats to make cheese and supplement their meals. The 2024 Run 4 Relief will highlight the opportunity for goats to keep families healthy. 

 Amid an economic crisis in Lebanon, it behooves families to raise goats. “The goat project is one of the most essential and important projects in our region,” says veterinarian Bassel Debs, a consultant with MCC partner Lebanese Organization for Studies and Training. The national currency has lost more than 80% of its value and prices have soared, so goat milk and cheese offer nutrition and sorely needed income to women like this one pictured above (name not provided) in the Beqaa Valley. Offspring can be sold, leading to a larger infusion of cash. – MCC.org

 

Come join us for an early morning run!

The 2024 Run 4 Relief will benefit families by helping them purchase goats to improve their income. 

For the younger crowd and those of you who enjoy a shorter distance the 1K Fun Run is for you! This event will not be timed, and no awards will be given to those who finish first, middle or last. Everyone who participates in this event will receive a t-shirt.

Please remember to bring your water bottles. Let's reuse and recycle! Gatorade and water will be available at the run. 

The 1K and 5K Run will be held on the west side of the Mt. Hope Event Center on twp. Road 362 on Saturday, July 13th. Look for the tent. Registration starts an hour before the race. 

The 1K will start at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K kicking off at 8:00 AM. Every participant will receive a t-shirt and the top 6 overall runners will receive an award. Age awards will also be given.

Sign up today on this site. All proceeds will be given to MCC to assist in purchasing goats to increase incomes for families. Registration fees will be paid by the participant. 

So start your running soon and get in shape to run the Ohio MCC Run 4 Relief!