George I. Theisen Family YMCA PB&J Kids Fun Run

👟 Event Overview

It's that time again! The Peanut Butter and Jelly Kids Fun Run is back for a ninth-year! Organized by YMCA volunteers as a part of the Y's Togetherhood Initiative, this initiative allows Y members to collectively give back to the Travelers Rest community. This event will support the North Greenville Crisis Ministry. Each summer, hundreds of kids are not in school for lunch and there is a huge need for easily prepared meals for these children. One large need is for jars of peanut butter and jelly.

📅 Event Details

• Date and Time: Friday, May 16 at 5:30 pm
• Location: George I. Theisen Family YMCA
• Race Course: All races will start and end at the George I. Theisen Family YMCA
• Registration: Race day registration will be available from 4:00-5:30 pm at the event. The race will be limited to 150 participants.

💰 Entry Fee

One jar of peanut butter and one jar of jelly per participant OR any two items from the list below. Jars will be collected through May 17th at the YMCA or bring your jars to the event and you will receive your bib upon turning in your collection. Race bib pickup will be available from 4:30-5:30 pm before the race.

🍲 Other Acceptable Donations

• Canned Soups: Help provide nutritious meals.
• Spaghetti Sauce: A staple for quick meals.
• Condiments: (ketchup, mustard, mayo) - enhance the meals.
• Toiletries: (Shampoo, Soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, and toilet paper) - essential items for families in need.

🏃 Event Schedule and Race Distances

• 5:30 pm: Division 1 - Ages 3 and under: 1/4 mile
• 5:45 pm: Division 2 - Ages 4-6: 1/2 mile
• 6:00 pm: Division 3 - Ages 7 and up: 1 mile
• Note: Children must participate in the division of the age they are on race day.
• Encouragement: Parents are encouraged to run with their child in the Division 1 and 2 races. Division 3 will be children only.

🎉 Post-Event Activities

Stick around after the event to engage with local community partners, enjoy food and community, and inflatables and games for the kids!

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, visit the official race page: PB&J Kids Fun Run.