LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lake County Literacy Coalition has turned its annual fundraising event, “the Vineyard Run for Literacy,” into “the Virtual Walk/Run for Literacy.”
Registration is open through Oct. 1, and the event can be completed any time through and including Oct. 11.
All proceeds go to support the volunteer tutors of the Adult Literacy Program and to purchase books to distribute through the Families for Literacy program, to help break the cycle of illiteracy.
The coalition invites individuals, friends and families who enjoy walking and running to participate, and those who aren’t runners or walkers to donate to our effort to increase literacy skills in Lake County.
“Virtual events have some real advantages in this time of COVID-19,” said Coalition President Deb Ehrhardt. “Instead of a large group all running at the same time, the Virtual Walk/Run for Literacy can be completed any time between Sept. 11 and Oct. 11, 2020. And it can be completed anywhere you choose – in your neighborhood, on a trail, in a park, or even inside on a treadmill. All distances are self-timed, and submitting your result is optional.”
This year, in addition to the 5k run/walk and 10K run, participants can choose any distance they prefer. Children or seniors might prefer a shorter distance; competitive runners a longer distance.
The first 100 people to register receive a free Lake County Literacy Coalition headband.
Participants are encouraged to refer others to the event. “When you register online, you are sent your own identity link which you can send to friends. When four friends register using that specific identifying link, Run Sign Up tallies them and sends an automatic refund after four have registered and paid $25,” said Nancy Hudson, the 2020 race director. “The $20 refund is generated by Run Sign Up and goes directly to the original participant’s credit card.”
Registration fees are $25 per adult (age 19 and over) and $10 per child (ages 7 through 18). Children under age 7 pay no fee and do not need to register.
Online registration is encouraged here; a minimal processing fee applies.
Printed registration/T-shirt order forms can be requested from the Literacy Coalition at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 707-263-7633. T-shirts can be ordered through the online registration link, via the “Order T-shirts” tab, or a printed form. They are available for an additional $15 fee ($17 for XXL) if you are participating, or can be ordered alone.
“T-shirts and headbands will be mailed by Nov. 1 to the address you provide to Run Sign Up, or on the printed registration/order form,” said Ginny Cholez, coalition Vice President.
For additional information about the nonprofit Coalition and the Virtual Walk/Run for Literacy, visit the coalition’s website or call 707-263-7633.