Kent County Community Action's 37th Annual Walk for Warmth Event Helps Families Pay Heating Bills
Grand Rapids, MI (February 19, 2025) – Join Kent County Community Action (KCCA) at its Walk For Warmth event this Saturday, February 22. Walk For Warmth is a short walk around the KCCA facility to raise money for families in Kent County who need assistance paying their heating bill and have received a utility shut off notice for gas, electric, and deliverable fuels like propane.
"No one should have to choose between heating their home and putting food on the table," said Gustavo Perez, Kent County Community Action Director. "The Walk for Warmth event is more than just a walk - it’s a community coming together to ensure our neighbors stay warm and safe during our harsh winter months. Every step we take and every dollar we raise goes directly to helping Kent County families in need. Together, we can make a real difference."
Here are the event details:
WHAT: 37th Annual Walk for Warmth. The event kicks off with a brief program followed by a short walk, and anyone can by participate by walking, sponsoring, or donating.
WHEN: Saturday, February 22, 2025
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8:30 a.m. - Registration
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9:00 a.m. - Opening Remarks
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9:30 a.m. - Walk begins outside KCCA building
WHERE: Kent County Community Action Office * 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Street, Suite 110, Grand Rapids
Walk Route: KCCA entrance to Sheldon Avenue to Sycamore Street to Division Avenue then to Wealthy Street to Jefferson Avenue and back to KCCA.
WHY: Heating assistance for Kent County residents is needed now more than ever. As a result of increased pricing and a lagging economy, hundreds of Kent County households struggle to pay for basic necessities like heat. The money raised through Walk for Warmth goes directly to Kent County families in need.
Walk participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather conditions.To learn more about the event, visit our website.
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ABOUT KCCA
Kent County Community Action’s mission is to alleviate poverty in Kent County by helping families and individuals move to long term self-sufficiency. Programs and services focus on meeting emergency needs such as, but not limited to food, utility assistance, transportation, and socialization. Follow Kent County Community Action on Facebook or visit our website to learn more about the department.
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