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Easterseals NH is Powering Change Together at the 25th Annual Eversource Walk & 5K Run for Easterseals on June 1

Easterseals NH is Powering Change Together at the 25th Annual
Eversource Walk & 5K Run for Easterseals on June 1

Since 1998, the Eversource Walk & 5K Run for Easterseals has raised over $3 million for Easterseals NH’s core programs

WHAT:

Presented by Eversource, Easterseals NH is excited to welcome back in-person participants of all ages and abilities to its signature annual fundraiser, The Eversource Walk & 5K Run, on Thursday, June 1, at Veteran’s Park in Manchester. This family-friendly event includes:

  • Dozens of local vendors offering free demonstrations, giveaways, and more
  • DJ
  • A free Kids’ Run at 6 pm
  • Walk & 5K at 6:20 pm

WHY:

Since 1998, Eversource has teamed up with Easterseals NH to raise over $3 million for Easterseals programs. These core programs provide opportunities and access for 19,000 people of all abilities. Easterseals NH offers a lifetime of care, with early intervention servipces setting the stage for success in school and life, youth-based programs to help ease the transition of adulthood, vocational and community-based programs that instill a sense of purpose, and compassionate care for senior adults to age at home with dignity.

WHEN:

Thursday, June 1
4:00 pm – Park opens – Wellness Ally is open – vendor tables, food trucks, face painting, Eversource bucket truck, Manchester Fire Truck, Relaxation Grove, and DJ.

5:30 pm – Opening Ceremony – Welcome from Easterseals NH and Eversource leaders on stage

6:00 pm – Free Kids’ Run begins

6:20 pm – Walk & 5K Run begins

About Easterseals New Hampshire

Since 1936, Easterseals New Hampshire has provided exceptional services to ensure that all people with varied abilities and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. A leader in social services for individuals with disabilities and those underserved by traditional programs, Easterseals NH employs 1,400 individuals and provides essential services and supports to more than 19,000 people annually. Our core programs include autism, early intervention, child care, housing, camping and recreation, residential and educational services, substance use treatment, transportation, senior, employment, and community-based services.