Amazing Grace Race 5K

🏃‍♂️ WHAT IS THE AMAZING GRACE RACE?

We are running the race with faith! Come join us for a 5K run or run/walk to benefit the children of Sidewalk Hope on Saturday, September 13th. The race will begin at 9:00 a.m. and registration will open at 8:00 a.m. The Amazing Grace Race will offer fun for runners of all ages!

• ADULTS: Participants must register for the 5K course (see Register Here link). The 5K course will begin and end at Drayton Mills Marketplace. All registered runners will receive an Amazing Grace Race t-shirt. The Amazing Grace Race is not a timed race: however, 5K medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in both the men's and women's divisions.

• CHILDREN: Children are welcomed at this event! There will be a special FUN ZONE on the Drayton Mills green space for children under the age of 10. Children are welcome to enjoy lots of kid-friendly activities, snacks, and even a special Fun Run just for them. All Fun Run participants will receive a ribbon and a race bracelet upon completion of their run.

🙌 WHAT IS SIDEWALK HOPE?

Sidewalk Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to create a positive impact in the lives of children in the heart of our city and the communities in which they live through the hope of Jesus Christ. Sidewalk Hope is basically a mobile children’s church that takes church beyond the traditional four walls in a big yellow truck ~ right out to the sidewalk where children live and play in their own community!

🌟 WHAT DOES SIDEWALK HOPE DO?

Sidewalk Hope currently serves 300-350 children and teens (ages 2-17) each week through weekly visits right in their own communities. Our big yellow truck rolls out each week (year-round) to the sidewalks in four housing developments that are known to be underserved areas of concentrated poverty. We build relationships with the children and teens weekly through fun activities, singing, Bible lessons, food & snacks, and prayer time. In 2024, we were able to provide over 800 backpacks full of school supplies and over 800 Christmas Blessing bags filled with items such as blankets, toiletries, candy, Bibles or scripture activity books, and toys to children in need.

Throughout the year, Sidewalk Hope faithfully serves by providing weekly food bags filled with snacks and fresh fruit for the children. We offer leadership activities and field trips for teens, sponsor and send up to 20 teens to Camp Grace each summer, and provide extra food during the summer months when school meals are unavailable. Additionally, we distribute Bibles, toiletries, blankets, coats, hats, gloves, and food boxes to meet urgent needs. Sidewalk Hope is committed to meeting not only the spiritual needs of the children and teens we serve, but also their physical and emotional needs — all as a way to share the full love of Christ.

This year, Sidewalk Hope is celebrating 10 years of service to the youth in Spartanburg's community and we are preparing to expand into the Greenville area soon! By regularly meeting children where they live, personally investing in their lives, building long-term relationships, presenting the Gospel, and demonstrating the love of Christ in accessible ways, Sidewalk Hope is able to bring hope to an underserved population of children. Currently, there are no other organizations doing this type of ministry in our area.

❤️ HOW WILL THIS RACE HELP?

The proceeds from The Amazing Grace Race will directly benefit the children and teens served by Sidewalk Hope all year long. Join us for a morning of fun with your family and friends — and make a lasting impact in the lives of some truly amazing young people!

Mark your calendar and register TODAY! While not required, we invite you to consider making a donation along with your registration. Your investment will yield a return beyond measure as we share the love of Christ with the next generation.