Friends of the Poor Walk at OLG Encino
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Encino, California
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the Friends of the Poor Walk at Our Lady of Grace Church in Encino, Los Angeles, on Saturday, September 27, 2025! This uplifting event invites participants to walk with purpose and heart while supporting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP). The leisurely walk, which begins promptly at 9:00 AM, is perfect for families, friends, and anyone eager to make a positive impact in the community.
By participating, you’ll be helping neighbors in need by raising funds to assist those struggling with food insecurity, housing, and other essential needs. Every dollar raised stays local, providing emergency aid and hope to individuals and families facing hardship. On-site registration starts at 7:45 AM, so arrive early for check-in, and consider joining us for an 8:00 AM Mass to receive a walker’s blessing. After the walk, enjoy fellowship, light refreshments, and a chance to learn more about how your support creates real change. Let’s come together to walk for a cause and make a difference in our community!
By participating, you’ll be helping neighbors in need by raising funds to assist those struggling with food insecurity, housing, and other essential needs. Every dollar raised stays local, providing emergency aid and hope to individuals and families facing hardship. On-site registration starts at 7:45 AM, so arrive early for check-in, and consider joining us for an 8:00 AM Mass to receive a walker’s blessing. After the walk, enjoy fellowship, light refreshments, and a chance to learn more about how your support creates real change. Let’s come together to walk for a cause and make a difference in our community!
Organiser's Description
WALK WITH PURPOSE. WALK WITH HEART. WALK WITH US.
Take a step toward helping your neighbors in need by participating in this years FRIENDS OF THE POOR WALK, a leisurely and meaningful walk benefiting the SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL (SVDP) at Our Lady of Grace Church (OLG). This family-friendly event is a way to get involved, show compassion, and directly support those facing hardship in our local community.
SVDP IS A VOLUNTEER-LED CHARITY that assists individuals and families struggling with food insecurity, housing, utility bills, clothing, and other basic needs. Our help is open to everyone, regardless of background or faith. Every dollar raised through the walk stays in the community to help us provide emergency aid, hope, and dignity to those who need it most.
Whether you walk alone, with friends, with family, or as part of a team, YOUR PARTICIPATION MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE. After the walk, stick around for fellowship, light refreshments, and an opportunity to learn more about how your support creates change in peoples lives.
EVENT DETAILS: [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/CA/Encino/FOPWalkOLG]
* WALK BEGINS _PROMPTLY _AT 9:00 AM
* On-site REGISTRATION opens at 7:45 AM
* Please plan to ARRIVE by 8:45 AM to CHECK IN
* JOIN US FOR 8:00 AM MASS if you wish to receive a WALKER'S BLESSING
* Light REFRESHMENTS and a SMALL RAFFLE after the walk!
Take a step toward helping your neighbors in need by participating in this years FRIENDS OF THE POOR WALK, a leisurely and meaningful walk benefiting the SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL (SVDP) at Our Lady of Grace Church (OLG). This family-friendly event is a way to get involved, show compassion, and directly support those facing hardship in our local community.
SVDP IS A VOLUNTEER-LED CHARITY that assists individuals and families struggling with food insecurity, housing, utility bills, clothing, and other basic needs. Our help is open to everyone, regardless of background or faith. Every dollar raised through the walk stays in the community to help us provide emergency aid, hope, and dignity to those who need it most.
Whether you walk alone, with friends, with family, or as part of a team, YOUR PARTICIPATION MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE. After the walk, stick around for fellowship, light refreshments, and an opportunity to learn more about how your support creates change in peoples lives.
EVENT DETAILS: [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/CA/Encino/FOPWalkOLG]
* WALK BEGINS _PROMPTLY _AT 9:00 AM
* On-site REGISTRATION opens at 7:45 AM
* Please plan to ARRIVE by 8:45 AM to CHECK IN
* JOIN US FOR 8:00 AM MASS if you wish to receive a WALKER'S BLESSING
* Light REFRESHMENTS and a SMALL RAFFLE after the walk!
Races
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Friends of the Poor Walk at OLG Encino
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
Free
The walk itself is a leisurely, mostly flat, 2.7-mile walk in the neighborhood south and west of OLG. It's fun and open to all ages. Walk begins promptly at 9:00 AM On-site registration opens at 7:45 AM Please plan to arrive by 8:45 AM to check in Join us for 8:00 AM Mass if you wish to receive a walker's blessing Light refreshments and a small raffle after the walk!
Friends of the Poor Walk at OLG Encino
