Friends of the Poor Walk/Run 5K
Run for a Cause. Walk for a Neighbor. Make a Difference.

One of the major fundraising events held by the Conference is the Friends of the Poor 5K Walk/Run & Kiddy-K . It is held early October, around the feast of our patron St. Vincent de Paul. One hundred percent of the proceeds directly support Calvert County residents in need.

Help Us Raise $18,000 for
Local Families in Need
Every year, the St. Katherine Drexel Conference assists approximately 600 individuals and families facing financial hardship in our community.
Just $450 can help a family avoid eviction, keep utilities connected, put food on the table, or obtain emergency assistance during a crisis.

Join Us!

Register Here

Join us for the Friends of the Poor® 5K Walk/Run at beautiful Kings Landing Park in Huntingtown, Maryland.

This professionally timed 5K race.

🏃 RUN WILD. RUN SCENIC. RUN FOR A CAUSE. ❤️

This isn’t your ordinary 5K.

The Friends of the Poor® 5K Walk/Run takes you through the natural beauty of Kings Landing Park, along the beautiful Patuxent River and through a course surrounded by woods, open meadows, wetlands and natural habitat.

As you make your way around the course, keep your eyes open—you never know what local wildlife you may come across! Kings Landing is home to abundant wildlife supported by the river, wetlands, woods and surrounding habitat.

🌊 Beautiful Patuxent River views
🌳 Wooded sections and natural trails
🌾 Open meadows and wetlands
🦅 Wildlife and natural habitat along the way
👟 A scenic 5K with something new around every turn

Whether you’re racing for a great finish time or walking to support the cause, this is a course worth experiencing.

COME FOR THE RUN. ENJOY THE SCENERY.

WATCH FOR THE WILDLIFE. RUN FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS. ❤️

Bringing the Family?

Children ages 10 and under can participate in our fun-filled Kiddy-K, designed to encourage young runners while supporting a great cause.

Register Here

Awards

Awards will be presented to the Overall Top Male and Female Finishers, as well as the Top Male and Female Finishers in each age division.

Fun for the Entire Family

In addition to the race, participants and spectators can enjoy:

Kids’ games and activities
Special appearances by the local Fire Department
Door prizes
Raffle items
50/50 raffle
Silent auction featuring a variety of exciting items
Family-friendly entertainment throughout the morning

Whether you’re running, walking, cheering on participants, or supporting the cause, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Additional activities, sponsors, and event features are being added regularly. Be sure to check back often for the latest event updates and announcements.

Saturday, October 3, 2026
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Check-in/Registration begins at 7:30 AM
Kings Landing Park , Huntingtown Md.
Entry fee and T-Shirt when registered by September 28th
Ages 9 & under Free
Ages 10-14 $5
Ages 15-17 $10
Ages 18 & older $30
Entry fee when registering September 29th & after
Ages 9 & under Free
Ages 10-14 $5
Ages 15-17 $10
Ages 18 & older $35
For school or group discounts please contact us at
svdp@jesusdivineword.org
Registration fee is waived for those who
raise sponsorships $150 or over.
The person who fundraises the most amount will receive a prize!
To register click on the below registration page.
REGISTRATION
Have questions/comemnts? Call 443-684-9261 or email svdp@jesusdivineword.org

Kings Landing Park
2026 course map

To Register Click Here

Raising Funds –
Consider helping us fundraise for this worthy cause. If you fundraise $150 or more, your registration fee is waived. Use the below form to obtain and track your sponsors. Submit your sponsorship form and money raised the day of the walk/run or contact us at svdp@jesusdivineword.org at which time we will refund your registration fee.

runner walker pledge form Download

If you don’t want to register on-line, but rather complete and submit a hard copy, click on the below link,
print complete and mail the form with your check
made payable to:
St. Katherine Drexel Conference
885 Cox Road, Huntingtown MD 20639

Runner Walker Registration & Sponsors & Waiver Form Download

Donate

Can’t Join Us on Race Day?

Donate Here

Not a runner? Not a walker? You can still make a meaningful difference.

Every donation helps provide critical assistance to local individuals and families facing financial hardship. Whether it’s helping keep the lights on, preventing an eviction, providing emergency food, or assisting with other essential needs, your support brings hope to neighbors when they need it most.

For the past decade, supporters like you have made it possible for us to serve hundreds of individuals and families throughout our community. Your belief in our mission has been the foundation of ten years of compassion, service, and hope. Because of your generosity, we have been able to provide assistance to countless neighbors facing difficult circumstances.

On behalf of those we serve, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your partnership and support. Together, we are making a lasting difference—one family, one neighbor, and one act of kindness at a time.

Friends of the Poor Donors Levels

🏆 Champion of Hope – $1,000+
Helping transform lives through extraordinary generosity and community leadership.

🥇 Star Patron – $500+$999
Providing substantial support for local individuals and families facing hardship.

⭐ Community Steward – $200–$499
Helping ensure critical assistance is available when neighbors need it most.

🤝 Partner in Hope – $100–$199
Providing hope and practical support to local families in crisis.

❤️ Humanitarian – $50–$99
Helping meet urgent needs such as food, utilities, and housing assistance.

🙏 Compassionate Friend – $20–$49
Demonstrating care and concern for those struggling in our community.

😇 Angel Supporter – $10–$19
Every gift makes a difference and helps bring hope to a neighbor in need.

If you would like to support our mission, please click the Donate button below.

Donate Here

Business Sponsors & Corporate Teams

We are grateful to all business sponsors and corporate teams who support our efforts in caring for the
needy in our community!
Celebrating 11 years of giving that keeps on giving:
We have seen tremendous impact over the last decade, and it all began with an act of generosity. As we mark this special anniversary, we’re filled with gratitude for supporters like you who help us continue our vital work.
To continue to be part of this great effort, businesses can become sponsors at different levels and/or participate as a corporate team during the walk/run
and fundraise as a group.
Please refer to the business sponsor packet and/or the corporate team packet (below link(s)).
Complete the form and mail it to
St. Katherine Drexel Conference
885 Cox Rd.
Huntingtown, MD 20639

Business Sponsors
Online Registration
Here

Business letter level and form 2026 (2)Download

Corporate Teams Download

Have questions/comments? Call 443-684-9261 or email svdp@jesusdivineword.org

Registration is now open to Volunteers.
We are seeking volunteers to assist with organizing this event.

Click Here to Volunteer