Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K | 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

🎃 Event Overview

Join us on Sunday, October 5, 2025! Help Neighborhood House "Scare Away Hunger" by participating in this one-of-a-kind fun run/walk! Scare Away Hunger is a unique, annual event that adds a creative twist to a traditional running event, while helping our community! Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes! Proceeds from this event will help our neighbors with food insecurity and during times of hardship. Whether you are a casual walker or a running enthusiast, join us in helping Neighborhood House envision a community of neighbors helping neighbors on the path of self-sustainability.

🏃‍♂️ 5K Run/Walk Details

5K Run/Walk | $40/runner - you will receive

• Professional timing: Accurate timing for all participants.
• Runner bib: Identification for the race.
• T-shirt: Commemorative event shirt.
• Medal: Recognition for participation.
• Finish line snacks: Refreshments after the race.
• NEW THIS YEAR - Pancake Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious meal post-race.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fun Run/Walk Details

Family Fun Run/Walk | $15/person - you will receive:

• Runner bib: Identification for the fun run.
• Participation award: Recognition for joining the fun.
• Finish line snacks: Treats available after the run.
• NEW THIS YEAR - Pancake Breakfast: Join us for a meal after the race.

📍 Event Details

• Strollers welcome: Strollers will be staged in the back of the pack.
• Spectator Pancake Breakfast: $5/person - you will receive pancake breakfast.
• Packet Pick-Up Times:
  • Thursday, October 2nd: 1PM-4PM
  • Friday, October 3rd: 5PM-7PM
• Pick-Up Location: Neighborhood House Main Office | 1720 South Livernois | Rochester

🕒 Race Day Schedule

• On-site Packet Pick Up: 8:00-9:30 AM
• Family Fun Run starts: 9:00 AM
• Children's activities: Available after Family Fun Run
• 5K Run/Walk starts: 9:30 AM

🎁 Community Impact

As you lace up for our 5K/family fun run, remember to bring a can of food with you on race day. Your donation will help stock the shelves of the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. One small can makes a big difference – let's turn our steps into sustenance for those who need it most. Together, we can outrun hunger!

👻 Costume Guidelines

Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes! Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent. Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials. Costumes may not drag on the ground.

☔ Weather Policy

The race takes place rain or shine. Only severe weather and/or lightning will result in delay or cancellation.

🔗 Register Now

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