Saltillo Donut Dash 5K

🍩 Event Overview

• Event Name: Saltillo Donut Dash 5K
• Date: April 19, 2025
• Location: Saltillo High School, Saltillo, MS
• Registration: Sign up here

🎯 Purpose of the Event

• Fundraiser: The event is a major fundraiser for the Saltillo Jr Women’s Club’s Blessing Bags and Shining Stars programs.
• Community Support: Proceeds will support children in need within the Saltillo/Guntown schools.
• Successful Impact: The donations will help provide food and clothing assistance to local students.
• Future Goals: The Donut Dash aims to grow and expand both programs to assist the community year-round.

🎒 Blessing Bags Program

• Overview: The program supplies children with non-perishable food items for weekends.
• Current Reach: Currently, 78 children receive Blessing Bags weekly.
• Cost: Monthly expenses are around $1,650, equating to $21 per child.
• Additional Support: Extra food bags are sent home during school breaks.

🎁 Shining Stars Program

• Winter Aid: Provides clothing and essentials to students during Christmas.
• Contents: Each child receives clothing, a toiletry bag, and a wishlist item.
• Budget Consideration: Sponsors typically cover $200, although costs have risen.
• Confidential Support: Assistance is provided with family approval to maintain anonymity.

🌱 Future Aspirations

• Program Growth: Expand assistance programs to help students in need throughout the year.
• Community Engagement: Encourage more participation in the Donut Dash event.
• Long-term Vision: Achieve full operational support for all initiatives through event proceeds.
• Continued Support: Build relationships with local organizations to enhance program offerings.