Trails and Tales 5K Walk/Run – Supporting Early Literacy & Stronger Families
Join us for the St. Vincent Hospital Foundation’s Annual 5K Walk/Run, a community event focused on raising vital funds for critical healthcare services. This year’s event will benefit the Reach Out and Read program, an initiative designed to promote early literacy and empower families with the tools they need to foster a love of reading.
About the Reach Out and Read Program
The Reach Out and Read program at CHRISTUS St. Vincent is dedicated to building stronger families through literacy. Each year, the Foundation raises $20,000 to support this vital service, which provides books to children and empowers parents to read aloud and engage in their child’s educational development. At each well visit for children ages 6 months to 5 years, providers give a new book, and parents are encouraged to incorporate reading into daily routines. This shared experience not only strengthens the bond between parents and children but also sets the stage for lifelong learning.
In Northern New Mexico, where access to books is often limited, this program has made a lasting impact by increasing language development and promoting educational success for children, especially in low-income families. Studies show that families participating in Reach Out and Read are more likely to read with their children regularly, improving literacy skills and enhancing the healthcare experience.
Why Support Reach Out and Read?
Your participation and support of the Trails and Tales 5K Walk/Run will help ensure that the Reach Out and Read program can continue to make a positive difference. By raising funds for this program, you are helping create a brighter future for young children, empowering families, and strengthening the fabric of our community.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partnering with the St. Vincent Hospital Foundation provides your company with a unique opportunity to support your local community while gaining visibility through our event marketing. We offer flexible sponsorship levels tailored to fit your company’s philanthropic, marketing, and budgetary needs. Your sponsorship helps sustain our hospital, support our staff, and fund essential programs like Reach Out and Read.
For more information about sponsoring the Trails and Tales 5K Walk/Run, contact Brandon Casados, Major Gift Officer, at 505-913-5260 or brandon.casados@stvin.org.
Together, we can build stronger families and brighter futures. Lace up your shoes, hit the trail, and make a difference today!
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