In the countries we serve worldwide, children walk an average of 3 miles to school each day where they can receive a nutritious Rise Against Hunger meal. Participating in our Rise & Stride Race to End Hunger event series honors these journeys and helps build bright futures for children facing hunger across the globe. There are three ways to participate! Learn more below: 

Rise & Stride Challenge
Host your own virtual or in-person Rise & Stride Challenge walk/run for your group of any size, in any location, at any time of the year! Fill out the form on this page to get started, and a member of our events team will be in touch soon.

New York City Marathon  
Rise Against Hunger has been selected as a Community Partner for the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon on November 2, 2025. Six runners will join the race to end hunger and raise critical funds and awareness for our mission to end global food insecurity. Learn more.