6th Annual Race to Stop Hunger

Get ready for another amazing Race to Stop Hunger!

Friday, August 21- Sunday, August 23, 2020.

Why a Virtual Event?

A virtual event is a race you can run/bike at any location, at your pace, outside or inside, alone or with a group of friends. You choose your own starting line, run/bike the race distance then send in your finishing time. Participants from around the world can join us this year, no matter the time zone!

We added Biking & Golfing this year!

Some people just aren't runners, but would love to participate. Here it is! Two great ways to social distance and make everyone happy! Great for families, friends or serious bikers & golfers. Bikers: Road, Mountain and Stationary bikes are all perfect for this race! Attention golfers: On average you walk a 3.1 miles(5k) for 9 holes and 6.2 miles (10K) for 18 holes.You can participate by doing what you love!

New Distances!

We have added a 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon to our normal 5K race this year. Our normal route through Roselle and Medinah isn't long enough for these races. So now that we are virtual, we want you to go out and enjoy your desired distance of choice! .

Great Team Event!

Grab a Group of 3 or more runners/walkers/bikers (any age) to form a team. Pick a name. Sign up individually. First member of group to register will create team name and will be captain. All other members will search for that team name when they sign up.

100% of race proceeds will go to feeding kids!

Below are details & FAQ's on running our virtual race!

• Run anytime between August 21 and August 23, 2020.
• Choose your own course
• Log your race results from your Run/Walk/Bike to receive awards
• Most importantly….have fun and enjoy the time outside!
• Take Pictures too

Follow these easy steps to prepare for your tracking:

VIEWING AND POSTING MANUAL RESULTS

If you plan to record using another software or tracking device or post manually from what is recorded on your watch, simply head here and "Submit Virtual Result" between August 21 and August 23, 2020.

TRACKING STEPS

1. Download the ASICS Runkeeper™ app to your phone and create an account or scroll down to log into an existing account
2. Follow this link and click "Start Virtual Run" button to add the Race to Stop Hunger to your in-app virtual events
3. To record your run between August 21 and August 23, simply click the flag icon in your app, select the Race to Stop Hunger and follow prompts to start recording

Once you have completed your 5k distance in the app, save your workout and it will automatically post to Race Roster results.

(This step must be followed from your mobile device)

Frequently Asked Questions:

What are my options to receive my Swag and see my results?

1. Download ASICS Runkeeper™ app, and take phone or other connected wearable with you when you race.

• More detailed end-to-end instructions (with images) for using the ASICS Runkeeper™ app to track your virtual event are linked here

2. Use your Fitbit, Garmin or Apple Watch to record your race.

• Instructions to link a recent activity recorded on a FitBit, Garmin, or Apple Watch linked here
• Steps to connect your FitBit, Garmin, or Apple Watch to the Runkeeper™ app are linked here

3. Manually Post your results (not using an app)

• Steps to manually post your results on Race Roster (not using the app) are linked here

4. Contact Race Director with results IF all else fails. racetostophunger@gmail.com

What If I have any technical questions? Please Email RaceRoster.org

Do I have to send you my results to get my race packet with shirt, decal & medal? We would like the results to be as accurate as possible AND for you to get the medal with the correct distance on it. Other than that, No, you do not have to input it to receive your race packet.

What if I signed up for one Race Distance and ended up doing another distance? Since the medal is specific to your race it is important to input your race/time so it is documented correctly and you get the correct medal. Often someone will sign up for one race and end up doing a lesser due to a bad day or outing. That is ok. Make sure you do a 5K, 10K, half or marathon and we will log you into the correct race you completed. Email racetostophunger@gmail.com for changes.

Can I sign up on Race Day? Yes, you can sign up all the way until midnight on Sunday, August 23^rd. We would Love for you to join us!

Can I send you my pictures? Yes, Please!! Take pictures out there! Get creative with your finish line - share your images and stories with us in the Facebook group and tag us on social! Or send them to the Race Director racetostophunger@gmail.com.

Can I race with a dog or child stroller? Yes! This race is virtual and so you can race wherever and with whomever you would like!

We look forward to seeing your name on the results board!

The Race to Stop Hunger started in 2015 and raises money for Kids Against Hunger-Fox Valley satellite in Roselle,IL. This is our 6th annual race. Your registration dollars and donations buy the products we use at packing events and are the food sent to the children and families. This Race has fed over 182,000 children in the last 5 years!

Kids Against Hunger-Fox Valley

During the Covid-19 pandemic we are continuing our large projects, while also feeding families locally. We sent 85,536 meals to Detroit in April, we will ship 106,920 meals to Nicaragua this summer and we will start packing for the Navajo Nation early in the Fall. Kids Against Hunger is celebrating 13 years in Roselle,IL. We have packed over 4.3 million meals and still going strong! We are a non-profit, volunteer driven, locally funded organization that packages dry, highly nutritious food for hungry kids and families around the world and around the corner.