Event Overview
The César E. Chávez 5k Run/Walk was initiated on March 30, 2002 with the purpose of furthering César Chávez’ message of service.
Schedule
| Registration | 7:30 a.m. |
| 5K Run/Walk | 8:30 a.m. |
| 1K Kid's Run (Children 12 & under) | 9:30 a.m. |
| Awards Ceremony | 10:00 a.m. |
| * Community Service Fair | * 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Get Sponsors
Sign up as an individual or recruit your co-workers, friends, or family to join you and participate as a team. Set a fundraising goal and ask your friends and family to sponsor you in the Run/Walk.
Ask your sponsors to pay when they pledge. If the pay by check or money order make sure that they make it payable to the Chicano Educational & Cultural Fund, Inc.
Sponsor form and all pre-paid pledges must be submitted by Wednesday, March 24 to Chicano Student Programs.
1K Kid's Run
Kid's 1K course consists of two laps that go around the Rivera Lawn and the Carillion Tower. Every child that crosses the finish line will receive a medal.
Community Service Fair
An educational segment including vendors, information booths, & music will be provided to highlight the program. There will be fun activities for the entire family.
Fundraising Awards
All race participants who turn in $30 or more in pledges or teams that turn in $150 in sponsorships will have their registration fees waived, receive an official t-shirt and commemorative token. The top individual and team pledge solicitors will be awarded special prizes.