To encourage a healthy, socially distant active lifestyle, Peoples Bank is holding a “Pay-it-Forward” Virtual 5K/10K. Designed to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness, local nonprofit organizations serving this community will receive 100% of all entry fees. In Skagit County, proceeds will be donated to the Anacortes Family Center. Participants can complete the Virtual 5K/10K at any time until midnight on October 31, 2020. Any form of activity is welcome, including running, walking, biking, swimming, rollerblading, or anything else. Participants who share a photo or video on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #PBVirtual5K10K will be entered to win one of three $500 prizes in the form of a donation to the charitable organization of their choice. For more information and to register, please visit https://www.peoplesbank-wa.com/virtual5k10k/. About Anacortes Family Center: The Anacortes Family Center's (AFC) mission is to serve homeless women, children, and families in crisis by providing shelter in addition to comprehensive transformational services to achieve long-lasting personal success and self-sufficiency. AFC's unique approach has led to the distinction of being one of the most successful shelters in the state at helping clients achieve self-sufficiency. Learn more at https://www.anacortesfamily.org/.
