Tri-County Hunger Walk 2026

Fight hunger this September by participating in the 2026 Tri-County Hunger Walk as we celebrate five years of community action and the belief that there should be Food for All, Always!

Join our Partnership for a Healthy Community Healthy Eating, Active Living Food Systems Partners Team as we raise awareness about hunger and support the health and well-being of our neighbors. Participantswill donate healthy, shelf-stable food items to local pantries and enjoy a 30-minute walk with fellow community members.

Bring your walking shoes, invite your friends and family, and join us as we celebrate five years of walking for a cause. Together, we can raise awareness, support local food pantries, and take steps toward a future where everyone has access to nutritious food.

Back by popular demand, this year's walk will feature FREE resources, community vendors, and fun activities for the whole family! While you're enjoying the event, be sure to stop by All Shook Up for a refreshing lemonade shake-up or visit Cyd's Take Away Market for tasty food and beverage options available for purchase. (Cash and card payments accepted for food/beverage items.)

Bring the whole family for a fun, family-friendly morning of activity, community, and taking steps to end hunger!
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When: Saturday, September 26th
9-10am: Registration, Donation Drop-off & Vendors Open
10-10:10am: Walk Kick-Off
10:10-10:40am: Walk
10:40 - 12pm: Vendors & Activities

Where: Donovan Park, 5805 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL 61614- (paved path for walking area)
Access Map for Walk - COMING SOON

Walk Entry Fee:

Minimum of one healthy, shelf-stable food item per walker.
View our suggest Shopping List for donation ideas.

All donated food will support local food pantries and help neighbors facing hunger in our community.

Walk T-Shirts & Totes:
Show your support and help raise funds to fight hunger by purchasing a 2026 Hunger Walk t-shirt or tote
Visit our online store: go.illinois.edu/hungerwalkshirts.

T-shirts & totes are available for anyone who would like to purchase one. Pick-up will be available at the event. If you'd like a shirt and/or tote but are unable to attend the walk, please contact Rebecca Crumrine at racrumri@illinois.edu to arrange an alternative pick-up option.

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Registration

Please register below with your party's information. A confirmation email will be sent once your registration is complete.

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Walk-ins are welcome!

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Donations & Sponsorship

Monetary donations supporting local hunger relief efforts and our charitable food system may be made by check payable to Tazewell County Health Department. Please write "Hunger Walk" in the memo line.

Mail donations to:

Tazewell County Health Department
Attn: Hunger Walk
21306 IL Rt. 9
Tremont, IL 61568

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Sponsorship support helps offset event costs, allowing more of the funds raised to directly support local hunger relief efforts. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits, please review our Sponsorship Letter to get involved.

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If you have any questions or need reasonable accommodations to participate, please contact Rebecca Crumrine, racrumri@illinois.edu or 309-685-3140.

The month of September is Hunger Action Month and we invite you to fight hunger with us throughout the month!
Feel free to participate and share about our events!
#hungeractionmonth #foodforallalways #letsmovetricounty

2026 Tri-County Hunger Action Month Social Media Campaign - Partnership for a Healthy Community Facebook Page
2026 Tri-County Hunger Walk Marketing Materials - COMING SOON

Hunger Walk Facebook Event - COMING SOON

2026 Hunger Action Month Community Toolkit - COMING SOON

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Contact Information

First Name

Last Name

Street Address

Street Address 2

City

State

ZIP

Daytime Phone

Evening Phone

E-mail Address

How did you hear about the Hunger Action Month Events? Choose as many as apply

Social Media

TV/Radio

Paper Flyers

School

Community Agency

Website- healthyhoi.org

Other

How many walkers do you anticipate in your party? Please enter the number of participants. Number helps with planning purposes for the event.

Please list the names of all anticipated walkers in your party. If your party changes, at the walk you can update this list at check-in.

Please acknowledge that each participant in your party coming to the Tri-County Hunger Walk will bring at least one healthy, shelf-stable item. (shopping list provided above!)

I acknowledge

Please acknowledge and give release for your walking party that photo and video will be taken at the event. I, the undersigned, do hereby consent to the use by The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois (University) of my image, voice, or both described below, in (1) the video, photograph, or audio recording described below; and (2) any video, photograph, or audio recording reproduced either in whole or in part from the video, photograph or audio recording described below: regardless of whether these materials are used for fundraising, advertising, publicity, or any other purpose on behalf of either the University or its Foundation. I warrant that I have the full right and authority to grant this consent. In addition, I waive all claims to compensation or damages based on the use of my image or voice, or both, by either the University or the Foundation. I also waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photograph or video or audio recording. I understand that this consent is perpetual, that I may not revoke it, and that it is binding on me, my heirs and assigns. I warrant that I am at least 18 years of age and that I am competent in my own name insofar as this consent is concerned, or that I am the parent or legal guardian authorized to sign on behalf of a person under age 18. I further attest that I have read this consent form and fully understand its contents.

I acknowledge

Civil Rights Compliance - Participant Info

As part of our commitment to providing equal opportunities in our programming, University of Illinois Extension is required to collect and report overall statistics about the race, ethnicity, and gender of program participants. Your responses are voluntary and appreciated.

Gender

Ethnicity

Race