Kilometers for Kids 2020: A Free Virtual Event #K4KVirtual2020

Northumberland County – Rebound Child & Youth Services Northumberland (Rebound) is announcing its 6th Annual Kilometers for Kids Run, except this year, it’s free and completely virtual! 

While staying within the regulations set by the Government of Ontario, Rebound has made the decision to host Kilometers for Kids virtually and free of charge for all participants. Its 2019 Run was the largest event to date, garnering over 250 participants and raising over $15,000; Rebound hopes the opportunity to host this event virtually will extend its reach across the County and encourage even more participants to get involved.

“The decision to make this year’s Kilometers for Kids Run free and virtual was very simple,” said Carol Beauchamp, Executive Director at Rebound. “Right now, our community needs each other more than ever and because of this we have chosen not to charge an admissions fee, making the event accessible to all members of our community during this unprecedented time.”

The virtual format of Kilometers for Kids will introduce new ways for families to get involved together. This includes a “Choose Your Own Challenge,” where families/participants can opt to participate using other forms of physical activity such as skipping and CrossFit.

Meant to bring attention towards community well-being and connectedness, Rebound and its Run Committee are using this year’s Run to spark unity during an anxious time for our community.

The virtual event is scheduled to take place in October and participants are encouraged to pursue pledges and donations if they are interested. Rebound will be posting updates about the event frequently across all of its social media platforms. Please stay tuned!

For more information about Rebound and its Kilometers for Kids Run, visit www.rcys.ca.

About Rebound Child & Youth Services Northumberland

Rebound Child & Youth Services Northumberland (Rebound) is a not-for-profit, incorporated, charitable organization, providing high-quality, community-based programs and services to children, youth, and their families in Northumberland County since 1997. For more information, visit www.rcys.ca.