SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2017
A RACE WITH A PURPOSE
Benefitting Open House Ministries
Why the Race
The Race for the Homeless 2017 will run for its 18th year in Vancouver, Washington. Once again, 100% of the race fee will benefit Open House Ministries. Last year $8,000 was given to this organization to help homeless families regain their independence.
Why Open House Ministries
Since incorporation in 1986, Open House Ministries has provided shelter, safety, and hope to families without homes. Their program focus is to equip families with life skills and foundational tools to help them regain healthy, independent lives. They accomplish this through personalized case management, strong community networks, volunteer support, and the generous endowments of our caring community. Each family agrees to participate in a program designed to assist them in resolving their homeless situation.
Race Sponsors
get a fleet feet gift!
That’s right! Every registered racer will receive a $20 Fleet Feet gift card.
RACE DETAILS
Bring the family! There’s something for everyone.
Shirts, Awards, Giveaways, and Timing
A Race for the Homeless shirt is included when you pre-register by July 24. Race day registrations may also receive a shirt as supplies allow. Participants in the Kid Fun Run can purchase shirts in advance by July 24 for $10. All shirts are available for pick-up on race day only.
All finishers will receive a Race for the Homeless shirt (if pre-registered), along with lots of free stuff, food and information. The race course for the 5K Run, 10K Run and 5K Walk will be accurately measured.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2017 – VANCOUVER, WA
Directions and parking
Directions
The O.O. Howard House is located on Fort Vancouver Way near Officers Row. From I-5, take the Mill Plain exit and head east. Take the first right to proceed south on Fort Vancouver Way. The start/finish line is on Fort Vancouver Way, just south of E Evergreen Blvd.
Parking
Parking is available within close proximity to the start/finish line. Two parking lots are along E Evergreen Blvd, east of Fort Vancouver Way. In addition, the library parking lot is on the east side of Fort Vancouver way, just south of Mill Plain. Street parking is available on E 5th St, just south of the start/finish line.
Schedule of events
All races start/finish at the O.O. Howard House on Fort Vancouver Way in Vancouver, WA
7:00 am……Day of race registration begins
8:00 am……5K Run and 10K Run begins
8:00 am……5K Walk begins
9:00 am……Fun Festival begins
9:15 am……Kid Fun Run begins
Race costs
If pre-registered by July 24, the cost of the 5K Run, 10K Run and 5K Walk is $15. Day of race registration is $20. Kid Fun Run and Fun Festival events are free.
5K walk/run map
Want to see the course?
Event Details
For everyone’s safety, we request that runners and walkers not bring dogs.
The course starts at the OO Howard House at Fort Vancouver Way and Evergreen Blvd. Walkers will proceed south along Fort Vancouver Way and then turn east at 5th St, and then south at the walking path that connects Fort Vancouver with the Land Bridge. Walkers will cross the bridge and then turn east at SE Columbia Way. Walkers will turn around and retrace their route until they connect with E 5th St and then turn east. They will turn left at E Reserve St, turn left at E Evergreen Blvd and finish in front of the OO Howard House.
CONTACT
Have questions? Need more info?
C/O New Heights Church
8000 NE 58th Ave. Vancouver, WA 98665
Phone: (360) 314-3342
Email: race@nullnewheights.org