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One Hopeful Place’s ‘color run’ to support homeless veterans set for Nov. 16

One Hopeful Place's Color Fun Walk/Run aims to raise funds for homeless veterans, providing essential services including housing, meals, and mental health support, with registration fees starting at $15 for children.

Jared Williams

One Hopeful Place will host its 2024 Color Fun Walk/Run on Saturday, Nov. 16, to support homeless veterans in the local community.

The non-competitive event will take place along North Beal Extension, covering a 1.2-mile route that starts and ends at One Hopeful Place. Participants will be showered with colorful powders and paints during the run.

Registration costs $30 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Teams can register for $50, regardless of size. The organization also offers a $25 “Couch Supporter” option for those who wish to contribute without participating.

The event schedule begins with check-in at 10 a.m., followed by the run at 10:30 a.m. Participants will receive a complimentary BBQ lunch starting at 11 a.m., and facility tours will be available until noon. The first 50 registrants will receive a commemorative T-shirt.

Funds raised will support One Hopeful Place’s comprehensive services for homeless veterans, which include accommodation, three daily meals, laundry facilities, WiFi access, and mental health counseling through Bridgeway. The organization notes that it costs $400 monthly to support one individual, with typical rehabilitation programs lasting three months.

The event will take place at One Hopeful Place, located at 1564 N. Beal Ext., Fort Walton Beach. Raffle prizes will be awarded after the race.

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