Annual Agape House event set for April 27
Agape House will host its annual 5K Run Walk Stroll during National Child Abuse Prevention month. Individuals, families, and groups of all sizes are encouraged to participate on Saturday, April 27.
The early bird registration period has come and gone so registration is $30 and there is no guarantee of a t-shirt. The registration fee includes the walk, a catered lunch, and a commemorative t-shirt (if extra are available). Children younger than 16 can participate for free and pre-purchase lunch for just $5 each. The entry fee will be waived for individuals who raise $100 or more in support donations. Registration for the morning 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m., the 5K event begins at 10 a.m. and lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three individuals or groups who raise the most financial support, including a 1-hour massage with Life in Motion, a ‘Wine Down & Relax’ Gift Basket from First National Bank & Trust and a Gift Pack of Sauces from Kikkoman.
The event course begins and ends at the Agape House school parking lot, 215 S. Main St., Walworth. The 5K route along village streets provides ease of use for running, walking, strollers and wheelchairs.
Registration and sponsor forms can be downloaded at agapehouseheals.org/5k-event. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information, contact Agape House at (262) 275-6466.
Event sponsors include Kunes Country, Wojcik-Waddell Trucking, Godfrey, Leibsle, Blackbourn & Howarth, S.C., John’s Disposal, MGA Innovations, Inc., Knead 2 Relax, Veneration Jiu Jitsu, Neurological Wellness, Dean’s, Best Events Catering, Triple Crown Products and John Palmer Personal Trainings
“Agape House is honored to partner with these distinguished businesses and a host of anonymous friends and supporters who help to make this event possible,” organizers state in a press release.
Agape House is the only private residential home and school for teens in the state of Wisconsin. The non-profit organization offers hope and healing to abused or distressed girls ages 12 through 18, and boys ages 12 through 16.
Programs include Christian counseling services, mentoring, individualized educational courses, and a safe environment where the teens can heal. Counseling is also available for family members wishing to break unhealthy generational cycles.
For more information visit agapehouseheals.org or call 262-275-6466.
