Miracle Marathon part of Ind. Day celebration

by Gary Morgan, Executive Director
Gateway CDC

The Gateway Community Development Corporation and the Wal-Mart Distribution Center have joined forces to put an end to impoverished living conditions here in the city of Henderson.

To make this happen, the Wal-Mart Distribution Center has committed 20-30 volunteers each month for community revitalization with a primary focus on housing. A major partner in this effort is Rebuilding Hope, Inc. which has already helped dozens of families by repairing their homes.

To help bring awareness to the need and kick-off this initiative, Gateway and Wal-Mart DC is coordinating a July 3rd Independence Day Celebration — Miracle Marathon. The event will run from noon — 5:00 p.m. and highlight the following activities:

5K Marathon – $20 entry fee

National Guard unit

Meet Your Heroes area where veterans from American campaigns can meet and greet you

Jericho Ride (motorcycles circling the city to defeat poverty)

Free Bouncing Fun House and slide for kids.

Book Bag Giveaway

Speakers

Hot Dogs, drinks, chips at 50 cents each

and lots more.

This is just one more step towards changing the outlook and success of our community. Please help by taking part.