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Sunday, September 21
5k & Paws Walk
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Donate to Long Island Cares and help feed your neighbors in need. Contribute what you can, all donations are welcome
Long Island Cares 4th Annual 5K & Paws Walk
Run. Walk. Wag. Repeat.
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and leash up your furry friends—Long Island Cares’ 4th Annual 5K & Paws Walk is back at beautiful Belmont Lake State Park!
Whether you’re a runner chasing a personal best, a casual walker enjoying the scenery, or just along for the wag-tastic vibes, this pet-friendly charity event is the perfect way to spend the day.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, September 21 (RAIN OR SHINE)
Location: Belmont Lake State Park
8:00 am: Sign-in
9:00 am: Running, Wagging & Walking Begins
Please note you can register at any time, however, T-shirts are first-come first-served.
What to Expect:
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5K Fun Run/Walk through a scenic, pet-friendly route
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Light breakfast to fuel your morning
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Photo ops and wagging tails around every bend
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Pet & people raffle prizes—donate a non-perishable pet or human food item for a chance to win!
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Community celebration that brings together animal lovers, fitness fans, and compassionate neighbors
Why We Walk:
Every step you take helps feed pets in need and the people who love them. All proceeds support Long Island Cares’ Pet Pantry and hunger relief programs that serve both two-legged and four-legged members of our community.
Bonus Raffle:
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Bring a non-perishable pet food item for a chance to win a basket of pet goodies.
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Bring a non-perishable human food item for a chance to win a prize for pet parents.
Event Highlights:
- Pet-Friendly Atmosphere: Your pets are the star of the show! Enjoy a day dedicated to celebrating and supporting pets and their humans.
- Raffle Prizes: Who doesn’t love winning? Purchase tickets to win gift baskets filled with fetch-tastic goodies for you and your humans too!
- Community Spirit: Join fellow pet lovers and make new furry (and human) friends.
🐶 Sign Up Today:
Don’t paws—register now to secure your spot and be part of this tail-wagging tradition. Let’s make this year the biggest, furriest, most impactful one yet!
📍 Belmont Lake State Park
📅 Sunday, September 21 | Rain or Shine
We’ll see you at the start line—with wagging tails and big hearts!