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Welcome to Our 4th Annual 1K Run

Where kids K-5 compete to stamp out childhood hunger.

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Child Hunger. It’s Closer Than You Think.

Today, more than 18,500 children living in our area don’t have enough food to lead healthy lives. Thankfully, most of them qualify for school meal programs. But for some, this may be the only food they eat.

The BackPack Program

Ensures that at-risk children discreetly receive the nutritious and easy-to-prepare foods they need to get through the weekend. Each week, participating Title 1 Elementary schools send backpacks full of food home with children in need.

Help Us Fight Hunger

Child Hunger in America

More than 15 million children face hunger in the U.S. today. To learn more about what the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank is doing to help, please click here.

The BackPack Program

Through the BackPack Program, the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank currently serves more than 1,600 children during the school year. To learn more please click here.

Registration Fee

By participating in this event, you can help those who are less fortunate. Instead of a registration fee, all we ask is that you make make a cash or food donation to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. Simply select an option below and don't forget to register.

Race Schedule

Option 1

Donate Cash

$1 can provide a child with up to 4 healthy meals. To make a secure, tax-deductible donation please click here.

Option 2

Donate Food

On race day, bring us a few nonperishable food items, or drop them off at our office during normal business hours.

Bonus

FREE Stuff

While supplies last, everyone who registers will receive a limited-edition T-shirt and a backpack filled with assorted treats.

Race Schedule

Saturday, October 5, 2019
8:00 am: Bib Pickup
9:00 am: Races Begin

LOCATION
Williamsburg Memorial Park
130 King William Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23188

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included with my registration?

While supplies last, everyone who registers on this website will receive a limited-edition Gildan 100% cotton T-shirt with our new crane mascot.

What happens if it rains?

In the event of rain, our 1K Run will be moved to the same time on the following Saturday. Please check this website for the latest updates.

Will food and beverages be served?

Yes. After the race, our staff will provide free hot dogs, chips, and cold beverages to all participants and their family members.

Will you have finishers medals?

While supplies last, everyone who registers on this website and finish the race will receive a 2019 limited-edition finishers medal.

Who should I contact with questions?

The 1K BackPack Run is the brainchild of our very own Tim Dice, and we couldn’t be more proud of him. Tim can be reached at 757.565.2006.

Are pets allowed?

Although we love pets, we don’t want them chasing our little runners, so the only pets that are permitted are service dogs.

Help Us Stamp Out Childhood Hunger

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Main Content

Welcome to Our 4th Annual 1K Run

Where kids K-5 compete to stamp out childhood hunger.

Child Hunger. It’s Closer Than You Think.

Today, more than 18,500 children living in our area don’t have enough food to lead healthy lives. Thankfully, most of them qualify for school meal programs. But for some, this may be the only food they eat.

The BackPack Program

Ensures that at-risk children discreetly receive the nutritious and easy-to-prepare foods they need to get through the weekend. Each week, participating Title 1 Elementary schools send backpacks full of food home with children in need.

Child Hunger in America

The BackPack Program

Registration Fee

By participating in this event, you can help those who are less fortunate. Instead of a registration fee, all we ask is that you make make a cash or food donation to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. Simply select an option below and don't forget to register. Race Schedule

Option 1

Donate Cash

$1 can provide a child with up to 4 healthy meals. To make a secure, tax-deductible donation please click here.

Option 2

Donate Food

On race day, bring us a few nonperishable food items, or drop them off at our office during normal business hours.

Bonus

FREE Stuff

While supplies last, everyone who registers will receive a limited-edition T-shirt and a backpack filled with assorted treats.

Race Schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included with my registration?

What happens if it rains?

Will food and beverages be served?

Will you have finishers medals?

Who should I contact with questions?

Are pets allowed?

Help Us Stamp Out Childhood Hunger

By participating in this event, you can help those who are less fortunate. Instead of a registration fee, all we ask is that you make make a cash or food donation to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. Simply select an option below and don't forget to register.

Race Schedule