Run for Homelessness Virtual 5k

This run is to benefit the group Back on My Feet, which works to motivate and support those who are homeless get back into a job and find permanent housing. The first step of their program is for the participants to join a running program! For 30 days the participants must commit to running at least three days a week and meet with a morning running group. If they successfully complete that they have the opportunity to take part in job training and financial awareness classes. The program also finds permanent housing options for the participants. The group is in 11 major cities so far and is expanding every year. Since 2008, the group has helped 1,500 members obtain employment. Check them out: www.backonmyfeet.org

This virtual 5k is my way of supporting Back on My Feet. All of the profit generated from this virtual 5k will go to Back on My Feet to help them continue their efforts and to grow into other communities across the United States. As a participant you get to display your efforts with our online badge! 

As runners we all know how being part of a community and the discipline created from running has helped us in other areas of our lives. I fully believe in this program that Back on My Feet promotes and hope that you all can see the promise the group can bring to those experiencing struggle in their lives. 

Thank you for taking part in this Virtual 5k! The event runs from 10/2/14 to 12/20/14 so be sure to get your run on!!