Housing Families Inc.’s annual 5K a Great Success

Held during Homelessness & Hunger Awareness Week, this 5K run/walk highlights the critical need for housing during the cold winter months, as well as the significant link between physical health and a stable place to live. Tickets include the following: long sleeve 2023 5K t-shirt; running supply bag with snacks, lip balm and water bottle; lite bites and drinks at the race day after-party.

Ways to join: In-person Participants: Join at 175 River’s Edge Dr. in Medford on November 12 from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. to complete the 5K by running, walking or jogging along the Malden River at River’s Edge Park (check-in opens at 10:30 a.m.). Virtual participants: You will receive instructions to use the Runkeeper app (https://runkeeper.com/cms/) to track your time. Follow Housing Families Inc. (HFI) on social media (Facebook) to keep up to date with the race. Virtual participation will be open all weekend long!

Featured activities: yoga session & stretching before the race with Monia Fernandez, MOTA Fitness; post-run celebration at The Porch Restaurant with music, BBQ and complimentary drinks.

Family fun activities: Kids’ Race to the NorthStar with complimentary t-shirt (for ages eight and under), balloon artist and face paint, lawn games.

Participant prizes: grand prize for fastest runner: week-long stay at the Fairways at Loon Mountain Resort (both in-person and online runners). In-person runners: 1st Place: Medal and $75 Marathon Sports Gift Card; 2nd Place: Medal and $50 Marathon Sports Gift Card; 3rd Place: Medal and $25 Marathon Sports Gift Card. Prize for team & fundraiser that raises the most: winter beanie with embroidered Housing Families logo.

Thank you for supporting housing equity and wellness for all! For more info: 2023 Annual 5K (funraise.org).