Acadia Council Realtors Holding 5K to Benefit Affordable Housing Charities
Press release
BLUE HILL—Lace up your running shoes to help local realtors raise funds for area housing charities.
The Acadia Council’s 5K for Affordable Housing will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 17. The race begins at the Blue Hill Fire Station at 42 Water St.
Pre-registration is $20 and day-of registrations are $25 on the day of the event, which is open to runners of all levels.
“It will be a scenic out-and-back race on Parker Point Road with stunning coastal views and a welcoming environment for participants of all abilities,” said race organizer Stefan Blanchard, who is the owner and designated broker of First Light Realty in Blue Hill. “Whether you’re running, walking, or jogging, this event is for everyone.”
All funds raised from the 5K will be matched by the Maine Association of Realtors Foundation and donated to local non-profit housing organizations. Proceeds from past Acadia Council fundraising efforts have benefited organizations such as Families First, Habitat for Humanity, Next Step Domestic Violence Project, Friends in Action, Beth C. Wright Cancer Center, Acadia Home for Students, and Emmaus Homeless Shelter.
“As realtors we’re connected to our fellow citizens who are searching for housing, but that is becoming increasingly more challenging for some. We are glad we’re able to support these organizations that work to expand, create or encourage the development of crisis shelter, affordable housing, and homeownership opportunities for our community members and invite everyone to join us in our fundraising efforts,” said Kim Rush, President of the Acadia Council and Broker/Owner at the Christopher Group.
Blanchard expressed enthusiasm about the growing momentum behind this year’s race.
“I’m really excited to be organizing the event this year,” he said. “We’ve received fantastic support from our sponsors and strong interest from the local running community.”
A key enhancement to this year’s race is a new partnership with the Blue Hill YMCA, which will be handling race timing. “They bring both the equipment and the expertise to ensure a successful event,” Blanchard added.
The 5K will include music and medals for the top runners.
To register, visit https://www.runreg.com/acadia-councils-affordable-housing-5k-blue-hill
This year’s event was sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, Blue Hill Peninsula Realty & Rentals, Erica Brooks of Swan Agency Real Estate, Camden National Bank, The Christopher Group LLC, Compass Point Real Estate, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation/Jo Gaddis Team, First Light Realty, The Island Agency, The Knowles Company, LandVest/Christie’s International Real Estate, Legacy Properties/Sotheby’s International Realty, Gina Lindsay Realtor, Machias Savings Bank, L.S. Robinson Real Estate & Vacation Rentals, Lynam Real Estate, Parker Ridge Retirement Community, Quietside Realty, Deb Terreault of Lynam Real Estate, Variable Movement and the Winter Harbor Agency.