Juneteenth 5k Freedom Run & Walk Celebration

Saturday, June 17, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM CDT

Springfield, Missouri

$32.80–$54.00 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Juneteenth 5k Freedom Run & Walk Celebration on Saturday, June 17, 2023, in Springfield, Greene! This exciting event marks the 4th annual celebration of freedom and community, bringing together diverse participants for a day filled with culture, education, and wellness. Whether you're running or walking, you'll be part of a movement that emphasizes health, wellness, and inclusiveness, all while celebrating the rich history of Juneteenth.

The Juneteenth Freedom Run & Walk is not just a race; it's an opportunity to uplift minority community members and support vital programs focused on healthy food access, youth empowerment, and social justice. Proceeds from this event will directly benefit United Community Change, helping to expand their impactful initiatives. Don't miss out on this chance to engage with your community, promote healthy lifestyles, and create lasting change. Be sure to share your experience on social media using the hashtags #JuneteenthFreedomWalk2023 and #EmpowerUS. Let’s celebrate freedom together!

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Races

Run/Walk 5k

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM CDT

$54.00

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Walk Only 5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee

9:00 AM CDT

$32.80

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Organiser's description

UNITED COMMUNITY CHANGE NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION PRESENTS THE 4TH ANNUAL _FREEDOM RUN & WALK CELEBRATION._ THE _FREEDOM RUN & WALK CELEBRATION_ IS A DIVERSE, EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL, AND PROGRESSIVE EXPERIENCE. THE EVENT PROMOTES INCREASING THE EXPOSURE OF MINORITY COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN BUSINESS AND ARTS, WHILE EMPHASIZING HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION AND PROMOTING HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND CULTURE INCLUSIVENESS ON THIS HOLIDAY FOR THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY TO EXPERIENCE.

Proceeds from this event will go to United Community Change to expand our Healthy Food Access, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Youth empowerment, Justice Re-Entry, Civic and Housing community programs.

We will be raising funds during this Juneteenth events for the many activities United community change is planning for future year events. We would like to line up our sponsors, volunteers and support teams as soon as possible. If you have any interest in helping please reach out at https://linktr.ee/uccempowers

Visit us on social media: Use our hashtags to get your friends to join you . #JuneteenthFreedomWalk2023 and #EmpowerUS #UnitedCommunityChange

https://www.facebook.com/UCCEmpowers

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