Race for Grace 5K Held to Help Those in Need

ZANESVILLE, Ohio –
Over 160 community members braved the chilly Thanksgiving morning to
run for a worthy cause. The Race for Grace 5K was held this morning
with the starting line outside of Grace United Methodist Church in
Zanesville. Katie Graham, Runner and Eastside Community Ministries
Board Member, says all proceeds from the fun run go toward the
Eastside Community Ministries food pantry.

“The race is an
awesome way to start Thanksgiving Day. Grace Church works with
Eastside Community Ministries and all of the money raised goes to
Eastside’s food pantry. We’ve done it every year for about the
last ten years. This year, we brought my daughter—my seven year old
daughter. It’s a family tradition; a lot of families come out and
start the day with us and we’re just super thankful.”

As runners take part
in the 5K, they often find themselves counting their blessings as
they lend a hand to those in need.

“I always think
about my family. I’m blessed to be a part of this church—I’m
super blessed to be a part of Eastside as well. They do so many
wonderful things for our community.”

The Race for Grace
5K is held each year on Thanksgiving Day. The top five men and top
five women receive special awards and nearly $4,500 is donated to the
Eastside food pantry.