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We are raising money to support Peace Projects in Little Village. There is a great need in Little Village for peace programs as there is a lot of violence. On June 5 we will hold a 5K race for these projects. This money will go towards expenses for this year's race, to support next year's race, and peace projects. Already there are many people who have registered at lvrcraceforpeace.com. Rotarians from other Chicago area clubs are also participating. We are generating awareness of Rotary and will have a membership table also. Peace projects will include programs with local schools, parents, youth and the local Boys and Girls club. The race is held in a local park and people can walk, run, roll (wheelchair) or run virtually in their own area. The website is: www.lvrcraceforpeace.com
Addendum to Project Description (added after the project was signed)
Additional information: This grant was used to promote the fun of exercise a healthy lifestyle and healthy body. Obesity and diabetes are major health concerns for all ages in Little Village. We had 2 youth running clubs participate and several community youth organizations run and volunteer. We purchased 2 tents to protect the volunteers and runners picking up their packets and some cones to guide the runners. Our run was featured on Channel 7 news and portrayed teenagers running. We have set a date for next year! A local youth group at a local church, New Life, came out in force with about 15 runners, mostly youth. A small group of young adults said they run a lot of 5K races and said that our race was the best, because: 1) great course In a beautiful park, 2) beautiful medal and nice tee shirt 3) free food! Mi Tierra restaurant served rice, beans and scrambled eggs for runners after the race. This small group said that no other 5K race organizers provide free healthy food!
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