Tri-County Hunger Walk 2026
September 26 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join our Partnership for a Healthy Community Healthy Eating, Active Living Food Systems Partners Team as we raise awareness about hunger and support the health and well-being of our neighbors. Participantswill donate healthy, shelf-stable food items to local pantries and enjoy a 30-minute walk with fellow community members.
Bring your walking shoes, invite your friends and family, and join us as we celebrate five years of walking for a cause. Together, we can raise awareness, support local food pantries, and take steps toward a future where everyone has access to nutritious food. Minimum of one healthy, shelf-stable food item per walker. All donated food will support local food pantries and help neighbors facing hunger in our community.
Back by popular demand, this year’s walk will feature FREE resources, community vendors, and fun activities for the whole family! While you’re enjoying the event, be sure to stop by All Shook Up for a refreshing lemonade shake-up or visit Cyd’s Take Away Market for tasty food and beverage options available for purchase. (Cash and card payments accepted for food/beverage items.)
Bring the whole family for a fun, family-friendly morning of activity, community, and taking steps to end hunger!
9-10am: Registration, Donation Drop-off & Vendors Open
10-10:10am: Walk Kick-Off
10:10-10:40am: Walk
10:40 – 12pm: Vendors & Activities
Show your support and help raise funds to fight hunger by purchasing a 2026 Hunger Walk t-shirt or tote
Visit our online store: go.illinois.edu/hungerwalkshirts. T-shirts & totes are available for anyone who would like to purchase one. Pick-up will be available at the event. If you’d like a shirt and/or tote but are unable to attend the walk, please contact Rebecca Crumrine at racrumri@illinois.edu to arrange an alternative pick-up option.