African American Male Wellness Festival - Toledo, OH
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Past event
9:45 AM EDT
Toledo, Ohio
Free · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, August 17, 2024, for the vibrant African American Male Wellness Festival in Toledo, Ohio! Held at the historic Scott High School, this event is part of a powerful initiative that aims to empower Black men through health and wellness education. Since its inception in 2004, the National African American Male Wellness Initiative has grown into the largest of its kind in Central Ohio, reaching over 15 markets nationwide. This festival not only celebrates health awareness but also offers free health screenings and engaging activities designed to promote preventative care.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be part of a movement that has already impacted tens of thousands of lives across the country. Recognized nationally, including by President Obama, August is officially designated as African American Male Wellness Month in Ohio. Come together with the community, enjoy a day of fun, and take a step towards a healthier future at the African American Male Wellness Festival in Toledo!
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be part of a movement that has already impacted tens of thousands of lives across the country. Recognized nationally, including by President Obama, August is officially designated as African American Male Wellness Month in Ohio. Come together with the community, enjoy a day of fun, and take a step towards a healthier future at the African American Male Wellness Festival in Toledo!
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5k Run/Walk
Entries closed9:45 AM EDT
Free
Organiser's description
The National African American Male Wellness Initiative was established in 2004 to begin the process of empowering men to understand through prevention one can live longer. The awareness campaign is the largest Wellness Initiative of its kind in Central Ohio and has expanded to over 15 markets nationally including Los Angeles, Houston, Memphis, Atlanta, and Cleveland.
The Wellness Initiative has provided tens of thousands of Black men free health screenings across the country, resulting in recognition from President Obama and the month of August being declared as African American Male Wellness Month in Ohio.
This year, all Toledo festivities are being held at Scott High School.
The Wellness Initiative has provided tens of thousands of Black men free health screenings across the country, resulting in recognition from President Obama and the month of August being declared as African American Male Wellness Month in Ohio.
This year, all Toledo festivities are being held at Scott High School.
Location
2400 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, 43620, OH, United States
African American Male Wellness Festival - Toledo, OH
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