CFVC/Big Buddy 1st Annual 5K

On Saturday, April 10th in Mayfaire at Try Sports Field, Cape Fear Volunteer Center held the 1st Annual Cape Fear Volunteer Center/Big Buddy 5K to benefit the Big Buddy program.
The course is certified by Try Sports and the race was professionally timed by Atlantic Coast Timing. there was cash prize for the 1st place male and female overall, and gift certificates for 2nd and 3rd place overall male and female runners.
The race started at 8:00AM. Youth participants under 12 are free to promote a healthy life style.
Participants came out on a gorgeous the morning before the Azalea Festival Parade to support a great cause and enjoy a run, music, food, and awards.
All proceeds from the Cape Fear Volunteer Center/Big Buddy 5K will benefit the Big Buddy Program. Big Buddy is a one-on-one mentoring program that matches “at-risk” youth ages 6-16 in New Hanover County and Brunswick County with positive adult role models. Youth are identified as “at-risk” due to the following circumstances: involvement with the juvenile justice system, excessive in-school and/or out-of-school suspensions, poor academic performance, and lack of positive role models.
The Cape Fear Volunteer Center is a 501c3 and works to recruit and train volunteers, match volunteers with youth, offer support and guidance through case management, and provide monthly group activities.