5k for Hope to End Homelessness

The South DeKalb Striders running club will host its annual 5k for Hope road race. Runners of all ages and levels will gather at Georgia Perimeter College and run a 3.1 mile, tree-lined route through Decatur. Proceeds from the race will go to Our House, Inc., a 24-year old Decatur-based 501(c)3 serving homeless children and families from throughout Metro Atlanta.

Registration is $22 w/t-shirt, $17 without (before Aug. 4th). After Aug. 4th, registration will be $25 and $20, respectively. Race day check-in and registration begins at 6:30 a.m.  Starting gun for the race goes off at 8:00 a.m.

Join us on Saturday, Aug. 25th.  Register today at www.active.com. Make a difference in the lives of homeless children and families. 

ABOUT OUR HOUSE:  Our House, Inc. is a nationally-accredited early childhood education center that provides childcare to children and comprehensive support services to families who are homeless. Over the past six years alone, Our House has provided a quality early education to approximately1,350 children. Last year, Our House helped 77% of parents served move into more stable housing, with 37% achieving their dream of obtaining a permanent home. 

"The support of the Striders and all who participate in the 5k for Hope is invaluable in helping Our House provide services to Metro Atlanta children and women experiencing homelessness," says Our House Executive Director, Tyese Lawyer. For more information about the important work being done at Our House, visit www.ourhousega.org.