Over $16,000 in Groceries as the result of the 2008 Roswell-tree

Posted 09 April, 2009, at 03:43PM by Vanessa Lowry

Vanessa: I had so much fun at the 3rd Annual Roswell-tree. We sure know some great people!

Sally: I think everyone had a great time. Even a week after ACL surgery I managed to win my division! This year, I plan to be more coherent, in less pain and actually step across the finish line.

Vanessa: It is important to set goals. We had 50 participants last year and raised $2,000 for the Atlanta Community Food Bank. That equates to over $16,000 in groceries! (The Food Bank can leverage every dollar donated to provide $8.28 worth of groceries for a hungry family.)

Sally: We were successful due to our sponsors’ donations which ensured all race fees went directly to the Food Bank.

Vanessa: Let’s set a goal to have 100 participants this year. With J. Christopher’s as our sponsor again I know we’ll have cool tee-shirts and a great breakfast.

Sally: I’m all for it. I love breakfast. Also, we have Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy as our new media sponsor. Rumor has it they may show up the day of the race to announce the winners. Won’t that be fun!

Vanessa: I’m really excited, the weather is just right to start training.