Spruce Grove

2018 WALK Day Photos

About Parkland Food Bank Society

The purpose of Parkland Food Bank is to address the needs of hunger among residents of Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County. We provide weekly access to food for individuals and families in short term, long term and emergency situation.

Our clients include:

Persons with disabilities

Seniors

Working Poor

Persons receiving income support

Newcomers to the area

Persons experiencing an unexpected financial loss due to job loss, divorce, illness, increase in rent, etc.

One of the most amazing things about Parkland Food Bank is that it is truly an organization for the community, supported by the community. We simply facilitate the good will of those who have hearts for helping their neighbors!

Community Sponsors

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Contact Us

Parkland Food Bank Society

Sheri Ratsoy Event Director
toll free 1.877.743.3413 / phone 519.603.2250
email info@blueseaphilanthropy.org

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Event Day Details

Save the date - WALK Day is February 24, 2018!

Thank you for joining Parkland Food Bank as we continue to meet the need of those facing food insecurity in Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County. We are currently feeding 420 families a week, and your support makes this possible!

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St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 101 McLeod Ave, Spruce Grove

Times

Times:

• 4 pm - Registration opens

• 5 pm - Opening Ceremonies

• 5:15 pm - Walk begins (all distances)

• 6 pm - Registration closes

• 6pm - Meal service begins

• 8 pm - Route closes, meal service ends

Between 6:00 and 8:00 pm a warm, light meal will be served to all walkers and volunteers.

Registration opens at 4:00 pm. All walkers must check-in and sign a waiver form before participating.

Registration

Please come prepared with:

• All cash and cheques payable to "Coldest Night of the Year"

• Pledge sheet with all donor data filled out completely and neatly OR

• Post all pledges of cash and cheques online in your personal fundraising page and print off the "My Results Form" and bring with cash or cheques.

• Bring a signed Waiver Form available online under TOOLS / FORMS on the main site.

Note:

• 0-10 Free

• 11-17 - Youth (pay $25 or raise minimum of $75)

• 18+ - Adult (pay $25 or raise minimum of $150)

• The toque is for anyone who pays the fee or raises the minimum

• Reg Fee increase to $40 effective Monday, February 19th

Route Details

Route Options include:

2 km walk

5km walk

10 km walk

Rest stops will be available on all routes.

Maps will be available at the Welcome Desk. All routes will be well signed.

Route marshalls, rest stop attendants, and sweep vehicle drivers will be available for support along the route.

All riders 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

What to Bring

Please bring:

• any cash or cheques made out to "Coldest Night of the Year"

• a completed pledge form or "My Results Form" to match the cash or cheques

• a signed waiver form

• good walking waterproof shoes/boots

• warm coat & mitts

Come prepared while keeping an eye on the expected weather.

Spruce Grove Maps

All routes are generously marked with bright WALK signage, staffed by friendly volunteers, and include rest stops with snacks along the way.