On Saturday August 13^th, 2011 Mid Valley Mentors’  hosted the 2011 Run/Walk for Mentors at Salem’s Minto Brown Park.  Thanks the generous support of presenting sponsor Wells Fargo, platinum sponsors Creekside Counseling and Salem Hospital and community supporters Gallagher Fitness Resources, LifeSource Natural Foods, NW Natural, Portland General Electric, and Print Specialties the event raised nearly $6,000 to support mentoring for youth in the Salem-Keizer area.

The second annual event was coordinated by Race Northwest and featured a 5k and 10k course.  Over 80 individuals young and old, first time to well-seasoned runners, ran, walked, trotted and strolled their way across the finish line, some with 4-legged friends.

With the enthusiasm and hard work of 32 volunteers and perfectly cool temperatures the event ran smooth from beginning to end with fun for everyone involved.

Timing results are posted online and pictures can be found on Twitter and on Facebook. We look forward to great things again next year. 

For questions about the race or information on running or sponsoring, contact julie@midvalleymentors.org