Run for the Girls 5K - Girls Shelter of Fort Smith

"Run for the Girls" is a fundraising event supporting the Girls Shelter of Fort Smith, a United Way Community Partner. This family-friendly event features a chip-timed, USATF-certified course, alongside a fun run for kids, with activities, games, and food in a carnival setting. Proceeds contribute to the shelter’s mission of providing safe living conditions and fostering positive behaviors for at-risk girls aged 12-17. The shelter focuses on developing social skills, self-worth, job skills, and educational advancement, aiming to eventually reunite residents with their families after providing extensive care and support.