Frequently Asked Questions
Participants
When is the deadline to register and guarantee I get a shirt?
The pre-registration cut off is November 1 at midnight. All entries received by November 1 are guaranteed a t-shirt at packet pickup.
For registrations received after November 1, t-shirts will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. REGISTRATION IN PERSON IS AVAILABLE AT FLEET FEET DURING PACKET PICKUP AND AT THE PARK ON THANKSGIVING MORNING.
Shirts available to new while supplies last. Shirts are guaranteed to registrants who registered by Nov. 1).
Special notes: Prices will increase to Race Week pricing after Monday, November 21 at 6 p.m. Chip timing can not be selected or added on Thanksgiving Day.
The Run begins at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day - Rain or Shine
Entry Fees & Registration
Pre-registered by November 1 at midnight
Adults - $25
Adult - Bib-timed Runner - $30
Children 10 and under*, with bib & shirt - $20
Children 10 and under*, Bib-timed & shirt - $25
Children 10 and under*, no bib or shirt FREE
November 2 - November 21 at 6pm:
Adults - $30
Adult - Bib-timed Runner - $35
Children 10 and under*, with bib & shirt - $25
Children 10 and under*, Bib-timed & shirt - $30
Children 10 and under*, no bib or shirt FREE
Race Week - Nov 22, 23, 24
Adults - $40
Adult - Bib-timed Runner - $45
Children 10 and under*, with bib & shirt - $35
Children 10 and under*, Bib-timed & shirt - $40
Children 10 and under*, no bib or shirt - FREE
(No bib-timing registration available on Thanksgiving day)
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup will be held at Fleet Feet (241 Main Street)
(Race Day packet pickup (Nov. 24) is at Bidwell park starting at 7 a.m.)
What is the Run for Food Course?
Does the Run for Food have a Facebook Page?
Yes, the Run for Food has a Facebook page. Please Like our Page be sure to use #runforfoodchico when you post and find out all about the details that make this a great event: https://www.facebook.com/chicorunforfood/
I registered for the Run for Food, can I get a receipt for tax purposes?
Your registration for the Run for Food is not tax deductible.
Is my donation tax deductible?
All donations are 100% tax deductible. Once your donation has been processed, you can request to receive a receipt with the Jesus Center’s Tax ID on it.
Can I purchase extra shirts?
Yes, extra t-shirts are available for purchase online and must be ordered by November 1. Standard entry includes a long-sleeve, cotton blend t-shirt. Short-sleeve technical shirt upgrades are available through November 1 by online registration only.
Sponsors
When is the deadline to become a sponsor?
The Corporate Sponsorship cut-off date is Friday, October 15.
How can I become a sponsor?
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the Run for Food. Please click here for more information about Sponsorship levels, benefits and instructions on how to become a Sponsor. For more details, please contact sponsors@runforfood.com
What is a Team Sponsor?
A Team Sponsor is a group of Employee of 15 or more registering and paying together by November 7. For more details, please contact sponsors@runforfood.com