Friends of the Poor Walk (St. Vincent de Paul - St. Matthew's)
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Jacksonville, Florida
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the Friends of the Poor Walk on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in beautiful Jacksonville, Duval! This uplifting event is organized by the St. Matthew's St. Vincent de Paul Conference and aims to raise funds for neighbors facing economic challenges. Participants will embark on a scenic 2-mile round-trip walk along the Northbank Riverwalk, starting at the Riverside Arts Market at 8:30 a.m. and kicking off at 9:00 a.m. It's a family-friendly event, so feel free to bring the kids along—just ensure that children under 18 are accompanied by an adult.
The Riverwalk, which provides a mix of shade and sunny spots, is the perfect backdrop for this meaningful day. Don’t forget to bring your water bottles, hats, and sunscreen to stay comfortable while you walk for a great cause! We encourage everyone to make a personal donation and gather pledges to support this vital mission. Together, we can raise awareness and provide essential resources to those in need. Every step counts, so let’s walk the walk and make a difference in our community!
The Riverwalk, which provides a mix of shade and sunny spots, is the perfect backdrop for this meaningful day. Don’t forget to bring your water bottles, hats, and sunscreen to stay comfortable while you walk for a great cause! We encourage everyone to make a personal donation and gather pledges to support this vital mission. Together, we can raise awareness and provide essential resources to those in need. Every step counts, so let’s walk the walk and make a difference in our community!
Organiser's Description
WALK THE WALK
_UPDATE: As of 12 noon on Friday, October 2, the walk is still a go. The downtown forecast shows a 0% chance of rain at 9 AM and only about 25% at 10 AM, so conditions look favorable. Kristin Kelly will be there rain or shine! _
Join the St. Matthews St. Vincent de Paul Conference for a meaningful walk to raise funds for neighbors facing economic challenges. Families are welcome! Children (under age 18) must have a parent/guardian/adult who will walk with them.
This year, well walk about 2 miles round-trip down the Northbank Riverwalk (IT IS OPEN!) to the new Riverfront Plaza (once the site of The Landing) and back. Those who wish to walk farther may certainly do so.
Gather with us at 8:30 a.m. at the Riverside Arts Market (RAM) between the vendor booths and stage, and well start at 9:00 a.m. The Riverwalk offers some shade with some wide-open areas, so prepare accordingly: Bring your water bottles, hats, and sunscreen!
(PARKING INFO: Please note there is NO parking directly on-site at RAM. The easiest parking option is the neighboring FNF/ICE surface parking lot, located immediately next to RAM and connected via a sidewalk. The address for that parking lot is 601 Riverside Avenue.)
We encourage participants to make a personal donation and collect pledges from supporters. Every online pledge through this page directly benefits our conference and enhances our mission.
Together, lets raise awareness and provide essential resources to those in need. Every step counts as we work to alleviate poverty and bring hope to families in our community. Join us and make a difference!
NOTE: Picture from the 2025 walk
_UPDATE: As of 12 noon on Friday, October 2, the walk is still a go. The downtown forecast shows a 0% chance of rain at 9 AM and only about 25% at 10 AM, so conditions look favorable. Kristin Kelly will be there rain or shine! _
Join the St. Matthews St. Vincent de Paul Conference for a meaningful walk to raise funds for neighbors facing economic challenges. Families are welcome! Children (under age 18) must have a parent/guardian/adult who will walk with them.
This year, well walk about 2 miles round-trip down the Northbank Riverwalk (IT IS OPEN!) to the new Riverfront Plaza (once the site of The Landing) and back. Those who wish to walk farther may certainly do so.
Gather with us at 8:30 a.m. at the Riverside Arts Market (RAM) between the vendor booths and stage, and well start at 9:00 a.m. The Riverwalk offers some shade with some wide-open areas, so prepare accordingly: Bring your water bottles, hats, and sunscreen!
(PARKING INFO: Please note there is NO parking directly on-site at RAM. The easiest parking option is the neighboring FNF/ICE surface parking lot, located immediately next to RAM and connected via a sidewalk. The address for that parking lot is 601 Riverside Avenue.)
We encourage participants to make a personal donation and collect pledges from supporters. Every online pledge through this page directly benefits our conference and enhances our mission.
Together, lets raise awareness and provide essential resources to those in need. Every step counts as we work to alleviate poverty and bring hope to families in our community. Join us and make a difference!
NOTE: Picture from the 2025 walk
Races
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St. Vincent De Paul Friends of the Poor Walk
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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