Lace up your shoes and get ready to make a difference as Kelowna Gospel Mission乌鸦传媒檚 (KGM) Strides Event is back for its 14th year.

The annual walk/run fundraiser is on Saturday, May 10. Participants can choose from a two or five kilometre walk, or take on a five or 10km run to help support Kelowna乌鸦传媒檚 unhoused community. Registration opens at 9:00 a.m., with the walk/run beginning at 10:00 a.m.

乌鸦传媒淏y joining Strides, you乌鸦传媒檙e not just participating in a walk or run you乌鸦传媒檙e standing up to protect and support some of Kelowna乌鸦传媒檚 most vulnerable neighbours when they need it most,乌鸦传媒� said the Kelowna Gospel Mission in a release.

As summer approaches, extreme heat, dehydration, sunstroke, and a lack of safe, shaded spaces pose serious risks for those without shelter.

Funds raised through Strides go toward shelter, medical care, clean water, and outreach programs.

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There乌鸦传媒檚 still time to sign up on the .