World Food Run

Q:  What is World Food Run?

A:  The most meaningful race, you'll ever run/walk/bike/crawl/hop/cycle/ or anything else you want!  World Food Run is a virtual challenge that aims to alleviate childhood hunger through charity partners.  This year our partner is Thrive.  Check them out:  www.thrive-global.org

 

Q:  How do I create a fundraiser?

A:  Click "Create a Fundraiser" button.

 

Q:  How do I join a fundraiser?

A:  Click "Donate" and scroll down.  THANK YOU!

 

Q:  Can I still register?

A:  Registration for this challenge is open all year round!

 

Q:  How do I view the leaderboard?

A:  Click right HERE.

 

Q:  How do I get on the leaderboard?

A:  You'll need to log your miles.  Click on  "Log Miles & Check Leaderboard"

 

 

Q: How do I download my bib number?

A:  Click HERE for the details.

 

Q:  Do I have to run every mile?

A:  Only if you want to!  Many of our participants are walkers.  Some will swim, ride, crawl, hand-cycle, kayak, or wheel their way through the challenges.  You pick what's best for you.  

 

Q:  How much does World Food Run Cost?

A: A suggested donation of $30! We want the race to be affordable for you, but also bring in some money to help feed hungry kids.  This $30 is refunded as soon as you create a fundraiser and bring in $30.  $30 feeds three kids for an entire month!  Can't beat that!

 

Q:  Can I compete internationally?  

A:  Absolutely! Please get international friends to compete, too.  Our goal is to have a runner from each state and at least one on each continent.....Anyone know anyone willing to run on Antarctica????

 

Q: Who gets the proceeds from World Food Run?

A:  %100 of the money raised will benefit Thrive, a registered 501c3 working tirelessly in the poorest areas of the world to get healthy food to hungry children.  Check them out at www.thrive-global.org

 

Q:  How do I log my miles?

A: Click the "Log Miles & Check Leaderboard" button.

 

Q: Is there a Strava group for this challenge?

A:  Yes! www.strava.com/clubs/worldfoodrun

 

Q:  Is Strava the official leaderboard?

A:  No, Strava will be used to discuss the challenge, share photos and war stories.  The official leaderboard will be located on our site.

 

Q:  Is there a Facebook Group that I can share with my friends?

A:  YES!  We have a FB Group!

 

Q: Do I need a GPS watch/tracker, or Strava? Will I need to show my watch or device for proof of running?

A: You can use one if you wish, but we are on the honor system here. There are no additional awards given for running faster; just finish!

 

Q. Do you have to be fast?

A: No! My mom and dad are literally walking off dinner as a way to stay fit and complete this challenge this fall.

 

 

Q. What timezone are we using?

A. We will be utilizing the UTC-5 (New York - Eastern) timezone for consistent leaderboard reporting and updates. Let's keep this simple; if it's October 16th where you are, you just report it as that on the leaderboard.

 

Team Questions

Q:  How do I create a team?

A:  You can do this at registration, or if you have already registered go to Log into your Runsignup profile.  Go to My Profile >My Registered Races > World Food Run  > Manage Registration, then click Group/Team at the bottom of the page and Create Team.

 

Q. I'm already registered but want to join a team, can I?

A. Yes! Follow these instructions:  Log into your Runsignup profile.  Go to My Profile >My Registered Races > World Food Run  > Manage Registration, then click Group/Team at the bottom of the page and Join Existing Group/Team, find the group you want to join on the list and save.  

 

Q. How many people can be on my team?

A. As many as you want!