Amazing Race for Hunger returns to Medicine Hat Saturday for fifth year
Twenty teams will race across the city to raise money for The Root Cellar's Emergency Food Pantry, with the event livestreamed for those not competing.
Why it matters
The event supports a local food pantry that Medicine Hat families rely on as living costs continue to rise.
The Amazing Race for Hunger is back in Medicine Hat for its fifth year, with 20 teams set to compete Saturday across the city and surrounding area. Teams will tackle challenges and solve clues while raising money for The Root Cellar Food & Wellness Hub's Emergency Food Pantry.
Organizers say the fundraiser has grown into one of the organization's major annual community events. The Root Cellar says demand for its pantry remains high as families face rising costs for food, housing and other necessities, and that donations raised through individual race teams help keep shelves stocked.
Those not racing can follow along through a live broadcast on Facebook and YouTube, hosted by MY96 morning host Hudson and Root Cellar executive director Melissa Mullis. Viewers will be able to call in during the broadcast to donate to their favourite team and add to the fundraising leaderboard.
The event will also include an Amazing Race for Hunger 50/50 draw, with half the jackpot going to the winning ticket holder and the other half supporting The Root Cellar. More information and race-day updates are available on The Root Cellar Food & Wellness Hub's Facebook page.
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