Catholic Charities to Host 5K and Fun Run/Walk

Catholic Charities of Lubbock will host its inaugural Run to Remember, a 5K and fun run/walk, in remembrance of our neighbors on the South Plains who are experiencing poverty, homelessness, hunger, crisis, and trauma. The event is proudly sponsored by TXU Energy and will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, at Catholic Charities (102 Avenue J). The running and walking routes will pass through Lubbock’s historic Guadalupe Neighborhood, Aztlan Park, and Mackenzie Park.

 

Run to Remember is a family-friendly event open to all ages and fitness levels. The fun walk is free and will circle Atzlan Park. The 5K is $30 per individual or $200 for a team of up to eight. A t-shirt and medal of completion will be included in the cost of the registration for 5K participants. All participants will be required to complete a registration and release form.

“This is a great opportunity for Catholic Charities to take a moment to reflect and really remember why we do the work we do – to serve those who are in need, just as Christ said in Matt. 25:40. It’s our mission to help those in our community who are less fortunate and who experience extremely trying times and difficult circumstances. Your partnership in this year’s Run to Remember will put food on the table and clothe children and families, purchase medications and hearing aids for the elderly and disabled, and so, so much more. Your help means everything to us,” says Erin Baxter, Director of Development.

 

To learn about the various sponsorship levels available or to reserve your team for the Run to Remember, please contact Erin Baxter at erin@cclubbock.org.  Volunteers are also needed for various roles during the event including, set up, water stations, parking, and course monitors. Interested volunteers can contact Carol Alonzo at carol@cclubbock.org