Gila Ridge Student Council hosting 5K walk and run for AdvoKate Foundation

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - Local residents will have the opportunity to stay active while supporting a meaningful cause this weekend as the Gila Ridge Student Council hosts a 5K walk and run event. The event is scheduled to take place at the high school’s Veterans Memorial Stadium from 7 to 11 a.m. on Saturday.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Advokate Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting families affected by childhood cancer. Participants are encouraged to wear yellow to show their support for childhood cancer research and to help raise awareness for the cause.

Kristan Sheppeard, founder and board member of the Advokate Foundation, expressed appreciation for community-driven efforts like this event.

“We’re really grateful when organizations like the Gila Ridge Student Council put together the events that help the awareness continue, as well as raising funds because our organization still supports families in Yuma that are dealing with this today, and will continue to deal with it in the future.”

The event is open to the public and requires a cash-only registration fee, with entry costing $10 for students and $15 for other community members.