Running of the Turkeys 5k

Running of the Turkeys 5k The Annual Running of the Turkeys 5K Charity Road Race & Walk begins at 8 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Last year our race was virtual. www.turkeyrunyorksc.com.

The 12th Annual Running of the Turkeys through downtown York will be in-person for 2021!!!! Trinity United Methodist and First Presbyterian churches co-host this annual event. The race benefits PATH of York, the Wesley United Methodist Church Grace & Mercy Soup Kitchen, and the York School District One Education Foundation. The Running of the Turkeys was founded to bring a family-friendly Thanksgi

ving run to York’s historic downtown and to create an opportunity for runners to give back to their community. The inaugural 5k race drew 170 participants and was staffed by 20 volunteers. In 2019, the race brought in over 700 participants, 1,000+ pounds of food, and over $14,000! To date, the race has raised over $65,000 to outrun hunger in the York community. We are looking forward to reconnecting and celebrating our community and giving thanks! Runners may register via the official website. PATH, will receive all proceeds and donations. With partner grocery stores buying less food and therefore donating less, PATH’s inventory is at an all time low, while its client base continues to grow. Started in 1982 by the Western York County Christian Ministers' Association, PATH has been serving the citizens of York and its outlying environs for 30 years. The not for profit organization includes a food pantry and associated thrift store and provides emergency aid for utilities and other needs for those in crisis. For more information, visit www.pathministriesofyorksc.org.

We were able make our last donation for the 2025 run. The York School District 1 Education Foundation received $4000 to ...
03/03/2026

We were able make our last donation for the 2025 run. The York School District 1 Education Foundation received $4000 to support their efforts in the community. Thank you for helping our students.

PATH has two exciting events coming up, one for information and one as a fundraiser. The first will be Saturday, Februar...
01/27/2026

PATH has two exciting events coming up, one for information and one as a fundraiser. The first will be Saturday, February 7, it will go over all the details of the new building and let you know where they are and what they need. The second is a fundraiser on Saturday, February 21, it’s called a tricky tray fundraiser and it sounds fantastic. We encourage everyone to try to attend and support these events. 

It is time for the second of three donations from the 16th annual running of the turkeys. The turkey team was honored to...
01/27/2026

It is time for the second of three donations from the 16th annual running of the turkeys. The turkey team was honored to award PATH a check for
$22, 082.18 to support their mission and help with the building fund.
Donating to PATH was one of the primary reasons the annual running of the turkeys was started 16 years ago. They have two upcoming events so we will post those details soon.
Thanks again to our sponsors and runners for making this all possible.

It is time for the first of three donations from the 16th annual running of the turkeys. The turkey team was honored to ...
01/25/2026

It is time for the first of three donations from the 16th annual running of the turkeys. The turkey team was honored to award the Grace and Mercy Soup Kitchen of Wesley UMC church with a $4,000 check to support their mission.
They feed a hot meal to about 90 people a week. Our community is blessed with their work.

Happy December. Use this link to see the photos from Aaron Reel Photography. https://aaronreel.smugmug.com/Events/Runnin...
12/19/2025

Happy December. Use this link to see the photos from Aaron Reel Photography.
https://aaronreel.smugmug.com/Events/Running-of-the-Turkeys-2025/n-8SHxJt
As soon as all funding is finalized, we will begin to distribute to our three charities.
Have a wonderful holiday season with your family and friends.

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What an exciting day we had to celebrate our 16th annual event to support our local charities. Here are a few quick shot...
11/28/2025

What an exciting day we had to celebrate our 16th annual event to support our local charities. Here are a few quick shots from race day.

See you in the morning! 🦃🏃🏃‍♀️
11/27/2025

See you in the morning! 🦃🏃🏃‍♀️

11/26/2025
Our afternoon sponsor spotlight is on Spring Lake Country Club in York! We are thankful for Spring Lake Country Club and...
11/24/2025

Our afternoon sponsor spotlight is on Spring Lake Country Club in York! We are thankful for Spring Lake Country Club and their loyal support to the Annual Running of the Turkeys 5k!

Thank you, Krystal Teague Dental, for supporting the 16th Annual Running of the Turkeys 5k! We are thankful for your sup...
11/24/2025

Thank you, Krystal Teague Dental, for supporting the 16th Annual Running of the Turkeys 5k! We are thankful for your support!

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