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Kick It Up for the Kid 5K Walk & Run

Help raise money for the
programs of Children's Friend, whose mission is to improve the lives of
children and those who love them. Founded in 1849, Children’s Friend is
the oldest child and family service agency in central Massachusetts.


   Money raised from the walk and run will benefit their critical child and

family service programs that are designed to improve family

relationships, ensure effective parenting and protection of children,

enable young people struggling with mental and behavioral problems or grief
to reach their full potentials, and help create within each family an

environment where children can grow into healthy, educated and

responsible members of the community.

Some fun facts:

  • Free t-shirts for everyone who raises $25 or more beyond the $10

    entry fee, and those names will be put in a free raffle to win a Kindle

    Fire 8.9” tablet.
    For every $50 raised beyond that, the name will be
    put in the Kindle Fire raffle again.
  • Prizes will be awarded to
    the overall top male and female runners. Medals will be awarded to the top male and female runners in various age categories.
  • Free food samples will be given out along the course route by participating establishments.
  • Free healthy food handouts will be distributed at the event.
  • Complimentary water from Polar Beverages.
  • Free face painting for the kids!

Register Here:http://www.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1059303&lis=0&kntae1059303=9E0281A76FF34E6096D14C6D714EB9A1


Want to donate to our raffle, sponsor Kick It Up For the Kids, or

volunteer? Call Deb Huegel at 508-753-5425 or email

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