Independence from Hunger Walk / Run
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 6:00AM PDT
- Location El Centro, California
- Price $20.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Independence from Hunger Walk/Run on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in El Centro, Imperial! This exciting event is not just a race; it's a powerful movement aimed at tackling food insecurity in the United States. With 13.5% of U.S. households facing hunger, including over 6 million children, your participation can make a significant difference.
The Independence from Hunger Walk/Run will feature various race distances, allowing everyone to join in on the fun while raising awareness for a critical cause. Throughout the month of July, from June 25 to July 31, we will also be collecting in-store and online donations, as well as pre-made bags of nonperishable foods at over 540 Grocery Outlet locations across the nation. Lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and be part of this uplifting event that combines fitness with philanthropy, helping to ensure that no child goes hungry this summer!
The Independence from Hunger Walk/Run will feature various race distances, allowing everyone to join in on the fun while raising awareness for a critical cause. Throughout the month of July, from June 25 to July 31, we will also be collecting in-store and online donations, as well as pre-made bags of nonperishable foods at over 540 Grocery Outlet locations across the nation. Lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and be part of this uplifting event that combines fitness with philanthropy, helping to ensure that no child goes hungry this summer!
Organiser's Description
According to the USDAs most recent food security survey 13.5%, or 18 million, U.S. households face food insecurity, and more than 6 million of those households have children. Summer months present additional challenges. Without nutrition coming from schools, Move for Hunger estimates that 22 million children experience summer hunger every year.
From June 25 to July 31, the campaign will collect in-store and online donations as well as pre-made bags of nonperishable foods at Grocery Outlets 540+ locations across the country.
From June 25 to July 31, the campaign will collect in-store and online donations as well as pre-made bags of nonperishable foods at Grocery Outlets 540+ locations across the country.
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1537 Main St, El Centro, 92243, CA, United States
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