Sheriff's Shuffle 5k Run Walk

Event Overview

• Event Name: 2026 Sheriff’s Shuffle 5K Run/Walk
• Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
• Location: Ashley Reservoir - Elks Lodge, Holyoke, MA
• Details: A community event dedicated to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and taking action against domestic violence across Western Massachusetts.

Partnerships and Proceeds

• Partner: Sheriff Nick Cocchi
• Organization: YWCA of Western Massachusetts
• Proceeds: Directly benefit the YWCA’s life-saving programs.
• Services: Emergency shelter, advocacy, counseling, and critical support services for individuals and families in crisis.

Need for Services

• Victims Served: Over 2,300 victims in a single 24-hour period during a 2024 statewide survey.
• Unmet Requests: Nearly 600 additional requests for help went unmet due to limited resources.
• Homicides: Massachusetts recorded 19 domestic violence homicides in 2023.
• Hotline Calls: YWCA answered more than 6,500 hotline calls in a single year.

Community Impact

• Event Significance: More than just a race — it’s a movement.
• Community Involvement: Honoring survivors and supporting families.
• Sponsorship Goals: Expanding services and raising awareness.
• Message: Reminding survivors that they are not alone.

Get Involved

• Opportunities: Become a sponsor, register to run or walk, or make a donation.
• Sponsorship Information: Outlined in the attached sheet.
• Registration: Day-of registration and post-race entertainment at the Holyoke Elks.
• Contact: Questions can be directed to Davis Snow at Davis.Snow@SDH.State.MA.US or (413) 887-7479.

More Information

• Visit: Sheriff's Shuffle 5K Run/Walk