Harbour Hustle to benefit homeless youth

Community residents are invited to participate in the second annual Harbour Hustle Saturday, June 8, at One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Ave., in Evanston.

The event is a "friend raiser" hosted by The Harbour, a social service agency dedicated to serving young women experiencing homelessness in the North/Northwest suburbs.

This event was designed to bring The Harbour services into one of the many communities that it serves to build awareness, share the mission and come together to shine a light on youth homelessness.

"The Harbour was established in 1971 and remains a vital part of our communities, giving young women a safe place to sleep, essential support to continue their education, and assistance in planning for stable housing when family is no longer an option," said Kris Salyards, executive director.

This family-friendly event kicks off at 7:30 a.m. Registration is open to all ages. Cost is free for children younger than 10; $20 for kids ages 10-16. High school teams can register four people for $70. Adult pricing is $40 per participant or $140 for a team of four. Registration includes free parking, T-shirt, water bottle and breakfast provided.

For more information, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/ParkRidge/HarbourHustle.

"Our girls thrive with the support of our community, and with you behind them, they are lifted to great heights," Salyards said.

"Please join us and climb for community, climb for safety, and climb for a promise of a better tomorrow for young women in North/Northwest suburban communities."

The Harbour provides a comprehensive continuum of housing and case management services to youth ages 12 to 24 in crisis in the North and Northwest suburbs of Cook County.

For information about The Harbour, visit www.theharbour.org, or contact Kris Salyards at (847) 893-0638 or kris@theharbour.org.