Healing Tribal Strong Rez Run 5K
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About the race
The Healing Tribal Strong 5K is a community walk/run organized by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe with participation from local Marksville and Avoyelles Parish communities. The event centers on cancer awareness and community support and is presented as a community 5K run (listed as a 5K).
Event materials name cancer-related organizations and foundations in association with the run. The program includes an awards ceremony and, for those who register in advance, distribution of a t-shirt, a cooling rag, and a water bottle. Organizers invite vendors and sponsors; sponsors receive race entries and recognition on event materials, while vetted vendors may promote services at no cost, with preference noted for nonprofits, government agencies, and groups focused on nutrition, cancer, and healthy lifestyles. Event listings and promotional text also reference fresh produce and handmade goods among vendor offerings.
Healing Tribal Strong is described as a community support effort that maintains support meetings and an online group to share encouragement, nutrition and fitness information, and mutual support for tribal families and friends affected by cancer. Locations mentioned in event information include the Tunica-Biloxi Chief Joseph Alcide Pierite Pow Wow Grounds and 150 Melacon Road, Marksville, LA 71351. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.