Building a Movement to End Hunger:

Michele Lofton is Ready for the RACE!

Join the Coalition team as we reflect on 25 years of hosting the Race Against Hunger! This week, our Coalition team members will share selfies and favorite memories from past run/walk events along with why they believe the Race is still so important after 25 years! Join our Movement, register for the 25th Annual Race Against Hunger and support the Coalition's work that connects families to food across the Philadelphia region.

The Coalition's Director of Development, Michele Lofton, wearing her 2020 Virtual Race Against Hunger t-shirt .

Why is the Race Against Hunger still important? 

ML: For the past 25 years, the Coalition has been fighting to end hunger in the Philadelphia region. COVID-19 and the resulting economic crisis has deepened the challenge of addressing food insecurity for individuals and families. Currently, 1 in 5 people in our community do not have enough food to feed their families. The Race brings our community together and helps to increase awareness around food insecurity in our region. 

 

What is your favorite Race Against Hunger memory? 

ML: I don’t know if I could pick just one. I have been to four Race Against Hunger events since I joined the Coalition. Each one has been memorable in its own way. I love seeing the faces of so many #hungerfighters. One of my favorite memories is of Vince Faust who always gets the crowd warmed up each year just before we officially kick off the event. He always has so much energy and people really enjoy it. He makes us forget that it’s really early in the morning. I look forward to the time when we can all be together in person again!

 

25th Race Against Hunger t-shirts are on the way!

When your new #RAH t-shirt arrives take a selfie and share it on your social media profile(s). Encourage your family and friends to snap a picture and join the #HungerFighter movement. Use #RAH25 when you post!

Once your photo is ready to post, please also answer two questions:

  • Why is the Race Against Hunger still so important?
  • What is your favorite RAH memory?

Your participation and support will ensure that we raise awareness about hunger in the Philadelphia area and funding for our food pantry/soup kitchen partners who help our neighbors fight hunger everyday!

www.PhillyHungerRace.com

The Coalition Against Hunger Team

Greater Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger
123 Chestnut Street Suite 401 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
215-430-0555 | [email protected]

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