Lexington Rescue Mission Walk for Warmth - Feb 16, 2013

Lexington Rescue Mission Walk for Warmth - Feb 16, 2013

The Lexington Rescue Mission is preparing for its 6^th Annual Walk for Warmth, Saturday, February 16^th from 9 a.m. to noon. The walk raises both awareness of the homeless problem facing Lexington and funds for the mission’s Homelessness Prevention Program. Transylvania students have participated in the past with this project, so consider offering continued support. Natalie is also willing to come to campus and speak with any student groups interested in participating in the event. The Walk for Warmth to helps prevent homelessness in Lexington. The money raised will support LRM’s Homeless prevention Program, which helps people facing eviction or having their utilities shut-off. They work one-on-one with families, not only giving financial help but providing budget counseling, case management and referral services to other resources in the community.

The Walk for Warmth will be held on Saturday, February 16^th from 9 a.m. to noon, beginning at Triangle Park the event will end at the Kentucky Theatre.

Free parking is available on the street and in the transit center garage.

 Prizes will be awarded to individuals and teams who raise the most money through sponsorships and everyone who participates will receive a free t-shirt.

All proceeds will be used to help families in crisis.

Register online at wwww.walkforwarmth.org, for more information call 381-9600 ext. 224 or email natalie@lexingtonrescue.org