Matt's Run to Fight Hunger/The Big Run
- Date Wed 4th June 2025
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Greensboro, North Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us on June 4, 2025, in Greensboro, Guilford, for an inspiring event that combines the joy of running with a noble cause—Matt's Run to Fight Hunger and The Big Run! Celebrate Global Running Day in the Triad by participating in this uplifting and community-driven fun run. Starting and finishing at the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church, this free event encourages all runners to donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank to receive a commemorative event t-shirt.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this is the perfect chance to lace up your shoes and make a difference. Each dollar raised provides six meals to those in need, showing that running truly can change lives. Don't forget to register by May 18, 2025, to secure your t-shirt! Be part of a vibrant community that cares—let's run together and support our local families in need!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this is the perfect chance to lace up your shoes and make a difference. Each dollar raised provides six meals to those in need, showing that running truly can change lives. Don't forget to register by May 18, 2025, to secure your t-shirt! Be part of a vibrant community that cares—let's run together and support our local families in need!
Organiser's Description
On June 4, lets inspire the runner in everyone.
The Big Run and Matt's Run to Fight Hunger have combined forces to make Global Running Day in the Triad the best ever! All proceeds from the race will go to Second Harvest Food Bank.
Come run with us on June 4, 2025! This is a free fun run. Yes, free. We do ask that each person make a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank in order to receive an event t-shirt. You may pick up your race shirt at Fleet Feet Greensboro on June 3 from 4-6pm or on the day of the event, June 4, 2025 from 12-4pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and at the race site from 5:30-6:15pm. The run will actually start and finish in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. To ensure you get a t-shirt, please register by May 18, 2025. You may register race day and pick up your shirt from 5:30-6:15pm at this location.
_WHY? _Because RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark.
_HELP US GIVE BACK_: We want to support our local community and give back to the Second Harvest Food Bank. All proceeds from the event will go towards Second Harvest Food Bank and any additional donations would be appreciated. Each dollar collected for this event provides 6 meals from Second Harvest to those in need.
Stay inspired:
Not sure where to start? Come see us so we can outfit you in the best gear, talk about your goals, and make sure you meet them. We're here to help.
Search #thebigrun on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to see how our epic coast-to-coast running community celebrated at The Big Run last year.
ABOUT MATT'S RUN TO FIGHT HUNGER: Matts Run to Fight Hunger originated to celebrate Matt Kettermans 23-year running streak of not missing a day. Yes, that is 8,700 days in a row. While Matt retired his streak due to surgery in 2015, his passion for feeding hungry families continues. Second Harvest Food Bank has been the recipient of thousands of meals due to the generosity of those of you in the running community!
ABOUT FLEET FEET: Committed to providing expert advice, data-driven insights, head-to-toe product solutions, and robust training programs, each Fleet Feet location serves runners based on the belief that RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark. Learn more at fleetfeet.com
The Big Run and Matt's Run to Fight Hunger have combined forces to make Global Running Day in the Triad the best ever! All proceeds from the race will go to Second Harvest Food Bank.
Come run with us on June 4, 2025! This is a free fun run. Yes, free. We do ask that each person make a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank in order to receive an event t-shirt. You may pick up your race shirt at Fleet Feet Greensboro on June 3 from 4-6pm or on the day of the event, June 4, 2025 from 12-4pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and at the race site from 5:30-6:15pm. The run will actually start and finish in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. To ensure you get a t-shirt, please register by May 18, 2025. You may register race day and pick up your shirt from 5:30-6:15pm at this location.
_WHY? _Because RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark.
_HELP US GIVE BACK_: We want to support our local community and give back to the Second Harvest Food Bank. All proceeds from the event will go towards Second Harvest Food Bank and any additional donations would be appreciated. Each dollar collected for this event provides 6 meals from Second Harvest to those in need.
Stay inspired:
Not sure where to start? Come see us so we can outfit you in the best gear, talk about your goals, and make sure you meet them. We're here to help.
Search #thebigrun on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to see how our epic coast-to-coast running community celebrated at The Big Run last year.
ABOUT MATT'S RUN TO FIGHT HUNGER: Matts Run to Fight Hunger originated to celebrate Matt Kettermans 23-year running streak of not missing a day. Yes, that is 8,700 days in a row. While Matt retired his streak due to surgery in 2015, his passion for feeding hungry families continues. Second Harvest Food Bank has been the recipient of thousands of meals due to the generosity of those of you in the running community!
ABOUT FLEET FEET: Committed to providing expert advice, data-driven insights, head-to-toe product solutions, and robust training programs, each Fleet Feet location serves runners based on the belief that RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark. Learn more at fleetfeet.com
Races
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Road 5K Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Wed 4th June 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDPacket Pick Up will be 6/3/2025 from 4-6pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and on 6/4/2025 at Fleet Feet Greensboro from 12-4pm and from 5:30-6:15pm at the parking lot of Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. 5K Fun Run will begin at 6:30pm.
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