Operation Hope & Hunger – 5K to 50 Mile Virtual Run/Walk for Herrin House of Hope
Hosted by Shirts For Vets
Benefiting Herrin House of Hope – Herrin, Illinois
Distances: 5K • 10K • Half Marathon • Marathon • 50 Mile Challenge

 
🥫 Description
In communities across Southern Illinois, too many families are facing the impossible choice between paying bills and putting food on the table. Herrin House of Hope has been a cornerstone of compassion — offering hot meals, groceries, and dignity to neighbors in need.

Now, Shirts For Vets is stepping up to support their mission with Operation Hope & Hunger, a virtual run/walk designed to bring our region together for a common cause — feeding hope, one mile at a time.

Whether you walk a 5K, run a marathon, or take on the 50-mile challenge, every step you take helps ensure someone else gets to share a meal. Each registration fuels Herrin House of Hope’s kitchen, pantry, and outreach programs — providing food, friendship, and faith to those who need it most.

Let’s show what Southern Illinois can do when we stand together. Lace up your shoes, grab your friends and family, and help us turn miles into meals for Herrin House of Hope.

 
💙 Event Highlights
Participate from anywhere — walk, run, ruck, or row.
Choose your challenge: 5K to 50 Miles.
All proceeds directly benefit Herrin House of Hope and its food pantry programs.
Every participant receives a commemorative digital bib.
Team and family registration available — because giving back is better together.
 
🪖 Hosted By: Shirts For Vets
A veteran-founded organization committed to service beyond the uniform. Through events like this, we continue our mission to Gear Up & Give Back, helping local nonprofits create lasting impact in their communities.

Together, we can bring hope to Herrin — and make sure every plate is full.