​The holiday spirit was high this weekend at the Modesto Spirit of Giving 5K Run/Walk. The run raises funds for the City of Modesto Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department’s Leisure Bucks program which offers financial assistance to low-income children, seniors and individuals with disabilities, giving them access to recreational activities city-wide. Since 2007, the recent economic crisis has stripped funding for this program. The Leisure Bucks program is now privately supported, relying solely on the contributions of citizens and fundraising events such as the Modesto Spirit of Giving.
Additionally, every year the Modesto Spirit of Giving partners with a non-profit in the city of Modesto to raise money for a great cause. This year, Modesto Gospel Mission will benefit from a portion of the run/walk proceeds, as well as the canned food drive. The run was held Saturday, December 10th, 2016. The start and finish line was located in the Tenth Stree Plaza. In addition to the 5K run/walk there was a Free Kid's run where children 10 and under chased the Grinch out of Modesto. This year had a record turn out for volunteers, including a few PTK members, helping out the event.
Additional Photos by Modesto Parks and Rec
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