FERRUM, VA, November 5, 2025 — Ferrum College’s Nursing, Social Work, and Teacher Education programs are teaming up to host a 5K Color Walk/Run on Saturday, November 15, 2025, raising awareness of hunger in the community while bringing students, faculty, staff, and neighbors together for a fun and meaningful cause. Check-in and registration will take place from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. in front of Schoolfield Hall on campus. Click here to register in advance.
The event will begin at 8:30 a.m. with a welcome from Ferrum College President Mirta Martin, followed by remarks at 8:40 a.m. from Staci Moles of Stepping Stone Mission of Franklin County. A pre-race group photo will be taken on the steps of Schoolfield at 8:45 a.m., and the race will officially begin at 9:00 a.m. A post-race group photo and celebration will conclude the event.
Participants should bring two canned or dry food items as their entry fee. All are encouraged to wear a white T-shirt to be splashed with color along the route. Pantry staples most needed by Stepping Stone Mission include lemonade mix canisters, one-gallon tea bags, mayonnaise, olive oil, toilet paper, napkins, large cans of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup, and brown gravy mix.
Event proceeds will benefit the Stepping Stone Mission of Franklin County, which provides a hot meal every day of the year, connects families with essential community resources, and offers hope and encouragement to those in need.
“This event is a wonderful example of how Ferrum College lives out its mission of service,” said Ferrum College President Mirta Martin. “By coming together in fellowship and fun, we support the vital work of Stepping Stone Mission, strengthen the bonds of our community, and live out our motto, ‘Not Self, But Others.’”
This colorful event promises to blend fitness, fun, and philanthropy—making a lasting impact for families across Franklin County. Ferrum College students, faculty, and staff who participate will receive a swag bag, and raffle tickets will also be available for a chance to win prizes.
