Independence from Hunger Walk / Run
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 6:00AM PDT
- Location El Centro, California
- Price $15.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Independence from Hunger Walk/Run on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in El Centro, Imperial! This uplifting event kicks off bright and early with bib pick-up and race-day instructions starting at 5:30 AM, followed by the main race beginning at 6:00 AM. Participants can look forward to a fulfilling experience that not only promotes health and wellness but also supports a vital cause. Proceeds from registration will benefit the Grocery Outlet Independence from Hunger Fund, which collaborates with local food pantries to combat food insecurity in our communities.
This year, as part of the campaign running from June 25 to July 31, Grocery Outlet will also be gathering donations at over 540 locations nationwide, making it easier for everyone to contribute to this important cause. With summer months posing additional challenges for families, your participation helps ensure that children have access to nutritious meals. Whether you choose to walk or run, come be a part of this inspiring event that fosters community spirit and supports those in need. Let’s make a difference together!
This year, as part of the campaign running from June 25 to July 31, Grocery Outlet will also be gathering donations at over 540 locations nationwide, making it easier for everyone to contribute to this important cause. With summer months posing additional challenges for families, your participation helps ensure that children have access to nutritious meals. Whether you choose to walk or run, come be a part of this inspiring event that fosters community spirit and supports those in need. Let’s make a difference together!
Organiser's Description
BIB PICK-UP AND RACE-DAY INSTRUCTIONS
Bib pick-up and race-day instructions will begin at 5:30 AM.
RACE START TIME
The race will begin at 6:00 AM.
PROFITS FROM THIS RUN/WALK REGISTRATION WILL SUPPORT GROCERY OUTLETS INDEPENDENCE FROM HUNGER FUND, WHICH HAS PARTNERED WITH LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES. THIS EVENT IS ORGANIZED BY GROCERY OUTLET - EL CENTRO [https://www.groceryoutlet.com/circulars/storeid/486] AND MOITIVATED RUN CLUB [https://www.instagram.com/moitivatedrunclub/].
According to the USDAs most recent food security survey, 13.5%, or about 18 million, U.S. households experience food insecurity. More than 6 million of those households include children. Summer months can create additional challenges. Without regular access to school meals, Move for Hunger estimates that 22 million children experience summer hunger each year.
From June 25 to July 31, Grocery Outlets Independence from Hunger campaign will collect in-store and online donations, as well as pre-made bags of nonperishable food, at more than 540 Grocery Outlet locations across the country.
Bib pick-up and race-day instructions will begin at 5:30 AM.
RACE START TIME
The race will begin at 6:00 AM.
PROFITS FROM THIS RUN/WALK REGISTRATION WILL SUPPORT GROCERY OUTLETS INDEPENDENCE FROM HUNGER FUND, WHICH HAS PARTNERED WITH LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES. THIS EVENT IS ORGANIZED BY GROCERY OUTLET - EL CENTRO [https://www.groceryoutlet.com/circulars/storeid/486] AND MOITIVATED RUN CLUB [https://www.instagram.com/moitivatedrunclub/].
According to the USDAs most recent food security survey, 13.5%, or about 18 million, U.S. households experience food insecurity. More than 6 million of those households include children. Summer months can create additional challenges. Without regular access to school meals, Move for Hunger estimates that 22 million children experience summer hunger each year.
From June 25 to July 31, Grocery Outlets Independence from Hunger campaign will collect in-store and online donations, as well as pre-made bags of nonperishable food, at more than 540 Grocery Outlet locations across the country.
Races
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3K Walk (~1.5 Miles)
Sat 25th July 2026 (6:00AM PDT)
$15.00
CLOSEDIncludes Finisher Medal -
5k Run (~3 Miles)
Sat 25th July 2026 (6:00AM PDT)
$15.00
CLOSEDIncludes Finisher Medal
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