2nd 2 None 5K benefits food pantry

Aurora's signature 2nd 2 None 5K Run/Walk is back at a new location.

Hosted by Communities In Schools of Aurora and Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry, this year's race will be held at Chicago Premium Outlets Sunday, July 17. The race steps off at 8 a.m. with a route that passes through the mall complex. The event will be chip-timed this year and the course has been certified to appeal to competitive runners.

All race participants will receive performance tech race shirts and a swag bag filled with goodies and deals from Chicago Premium Outlet stores and local businesses. This is a family-friendly event and will feature a Kids Dash for children younger than age 9. Online race registration is available at www.signmeup.com/114815.

The 2nd 2 None 5K Run/Walk supports the Food for Thought Program, a collaborative project between CIS and Aurora Food Pantry, which distributes food to the families of children at risk of hunger over the summer. Thousands of children in Aurora schools are eligible for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch during the school year. Once school has ended, many of their families will find it difficult to purchase enough food to adequately feed their children during the summer.

Last year's event was a great success and raised funds to provide food for 805 families with children. Aurora Food Pantry and CIS hope to build on last year's success and expand the program to provide food for more children. Good and adequate nutrition all year long is essential to every child's ability to develop properly, stay healthy, and perform well in school.

Volunteers are needed for race day and corporate sponsorships are available, with a variety of levels and benefits, including Facebook postings and recognition on Race shirts.

For volunteering information and additional race details, visit www.signmeup.com/114815 or contact Mary Agnes at maz@ChicagoRaceManagement.com.

For information about Corporate Sponsorships, contact Marilyn Weisner at (630) 897-2127.