The Richland County Senior Coalition is currently planning their biggest fundraiser of the year, their Second Annual Color Race, which will be on June 27 in Sidney. The 5K will start at 10:00am at Peterson Park and participants will have colored cornstarch thrown at them as they reach each quarter-mile color station; color stations will be hosted by different sponsors and a 'Best Color Station Traveling Trophy' will be awarded.
The Coalition's goal is to work with seniors to keep them living independently for as long as possible. They rely on donations and fundraising which allows them to meet the needs of those seniors who don't necessarily qualify for other assistance. The non-profit program is designed to fill in the gaps that are not covered by other programs. Funds are designated to provide services such as medication setups, shower chairs, handicap accessories, Durable Medical Equipment, personal in-home services like assistance bathing and dressing, Lifeline services and fall detectors, one-time medication refills, and aid with emergency expenses related to medical issues.
"The businesses have really stepped up to support this," commented Jodi Berry, Director of the Richland County Commission on Aging. "The community cares about their seniors; of all the causes they could support they've chosen this one because they understand who built this community."
Volunteers from the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) will be giving their time and energy to help make the Color Race possible. The Richland and McCone County RSVP is an organization of 55 and older volunteers who are active and involved in the community, saving local non-profits by generously donating their time to make a difference in the lives of others.
"We work for our community and provide for our community," said Rita Jacobson, RSVP Coordinator, of the volunteers who make the program possible.
Last year was the first Color Run which raised approximately $4000, with over 300 runners and walkers and the hope is that the numbers will double this year. There will be a Party in the Park in conjunction with the Color Race, held from 8:00am until 2:00pm in Peterson Park. Other non-profit organizations will be there as vendors and running games, including the local Business Professionals of America (BPA) and Sidney Gymnastics. RSVP will have a hotdog cart and other concessions will be available as well.
Anyone who would like to register for the family-friendly Color Race can do so the day of but Color Race shirts are available for $10 to those who sign up in advance. The Coalition is still accepting sponsors and non-profit organizations that would like to participate in the Party at the Park. Anyone interested can go on-line to http://www.richland.org> commission on aging> senior coalition or contact Jodi Berry or Felicia Iversen at 406-433-3701. Anyone who is interested in learning more or volunteering with RSVP, can contact Rita Jacobson at 406-433-2207.
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