Jones Gardens, a non-profit community garden based in Staunton, Virginia, is dedicated to reducing the barriers to fresh food access through the creation of vibrant garden oases. On Saturday, May 2, we're holding our annual Nourishing Strides 5K to support our work, through which we've served over 80 households weekly during peak season and grown 8,700 pounds of fresh produce for the Staunton community.

Runners and walkers of all skill levels will come from around the Valley to enjoy a day of trekking through Staunton's historic Montgomery Hall Park. The Nourishing Strides 5K takes its runners/walkers on a loop in a scenic trek through the woods, fields, and roads of this beautiful Staunton park. Runners will enjoy a post-race celebration at the finish line! Register to run here.

When you run with Nourishing Strides, you’re helping Jones Gardens in our mission to EMPOWER more people with the skills and independence to grow their own organic food and confidently take charge of their health. All funds from this event will go directly to the operations of our Staunton gardens.

Sponsors are needed for this event! Register as a sponsor here.

Sponsorship tiers:
(All contributions needed by April 10th)

TIER 1
$250
Named as a supporting sponsor on Nourishing Strides Information Packet and on our webpage, plus free admittance.

TIER 2
$500
“TIER 1” plus advertised on all signage at our event and free admittance for 3 company employees.

TIER 3
$750
"TIER 2" plus logo placed on 5K t-shirts given to all runners and free admittance for 4 company employees.

TIER 4
$1000
"TIER 3" plus a special thank-you plaque placed at our garden for one year and unlimited free employee attendance.

Volunteers are also needed! Volunteers man water stations and refreshment stands, mark the routes (perfect for the avid walker), even help direct traffic and hand out awards at the finish line. Support your community and enjoy the park - What better way to spend a spring day?