Color Vibe 5K Walk/Run to ‘Stamp Out Hunger in Color’ Set for Nov. 1 in Canton

The streets of Canton will come alive with color and community spirit on Saturday, November 1, as Our Daily Bread Ministries hosts its annual “Stamping Out Hunger in Color” 5K Walk/Run.

The event will kick off at 313 West Franklin Street in downtown Canton. Registration opens at 7:00 a.m., and the race officially starts at 8:00 a.m. Participants can run or walk the 5K course while supporting a cause that directly helps local families in need.

Supporting a Mission of Hope

The 5K Color Vibe Walk/Run raises funds to support Our Daily Bread Ministries, a nonprofit organization that provides daily hot meals and food delivery to low-income, elderly, and disabled individuals throughout the Canton community.

Each week, the organization serves more than 300 meals on-site and delivers over 500 meals to residents who rely on their services. Proceeds from the event help sustain and expand these vital programs.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
• Location: 313 West Franklin Street, Canton, MS
• Registration: 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
• Race Start: 8:00 a.m.
• 💲 Pre-Registration: $40 (through October 24 — includes T-shirt)
• 💲 Late Registration: $45 (after October 24 — T-shirts not guaranteed)
• 👕 T-shirt Only: $30 (for supporters who can’t attend)

👉 Early registration ends October 24 to guarantee your shirt and spot in the race!

Awards and Recognition

An awards ceremony will take place at the Start/Finish area immediately following the race.

Prizes will be presented to:

• 🥇 Overall runner and walker
• 👟 Top individual and team finishers

• 🏅 First, second, and third place winners in each age group

   

How to Register

Participants can register by mail or phone:

• 📬 Mail: Our Daily Bread Ministries, P.O. Box 1021, Canton, MS 39046
• ☎️ Call: (601) 859-9211
• 🌐 Website: www.ourdailybreadms.org

⏳ Deadline for pre-registration: October 24, 2025.

A Colorful Way to Give Back

Theresa Kelly-Reed, Executive Director of Our Daily Bread Ministries, said the 5K is more than a race — it’s a way to bring the community together while making a real difference.

“One person can make a difference and influence the course of human events,” Kelly-Reed said. “Every step taken helps us feed one mouth at a time.”

Whether walking, running, or simply wearing the event T-shirt, residents are encouraged to take part in this year’s Stamping Out Hunger in Color 5K to help bring hope, meals, and kindness to neighbors in need.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Local businesses and organizations can also support the event through sponsorship:

• 🟤 Bronze — $500: 5-member team, 5 T-shirts
• ⚪ Silver — $1,000: 10-member team, 10 T-shirts
• 🟡 Gold — $2,000: 20-member team, 20 T-shirts
• 🏆 Platinum — $5,000: 30-member team, 30 T-shirts

All sponsors will have their name printed on the back of event T-shirts, showcasing their role in helping fight hunger in the community.

📞 For sponsorship details, contact Our Daily Bread Ministries at (601) 859-9211.