RACES FOR PEACE INC
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Mission Statement
Races for Peace offers a counter message to the teachings of hate. It gives all of us who have mourned the loss of innocent lives and have been shocked at the hatred and violence that regularly makes headlines a way to make a difference. It provides opportunities to come together in community race events to demonstrate our collective desire for peace. It raises funds to support programs and services that promote peace, teach tolerance, and assist victims of violence and hate crimes. It is a way for everyone to do something more than mourn.
About This Cause
Vision: We envision a country where people embrace the responsibility of treating each other with respect and where difference is acknowledged, celebrated, and accepted as a catalyst for peace. Mission: Races for Peace promotes the conscious choice to act in peace, acknowledge the connectedness of all people, and value all human life equally regardless of differences. Our Work: We accomplish this by hosting and participating in charity race events around the country, providing education through our Peace is Possible Workshops, and supporting victims of hate and violence. Our Choose Peace 5k races are community building events with an educational twist that fosters peace. Special crafts, music, and motivating guest speakers are highlights of these events. Proceeds from race events are used to provide grants to local nonprofits making a direct impact on reducing hate crimes, promoting inclusion and tolerance, serving victims of violence, and/or encouraging conflict resolution. We care about the communities where we host our races and we ensure people in those communities receive our support. For our educational component, our Peace is Possible Workshops are appropriate for elementary and middle school children and offer an interactive learning experience that helps kids realize their potential to promote peace in their own communities. Specially selected books, crafts, engaging discussion, and critical thinking projects are all part of these inspiring events.