Mission Statement
We are medical students at Indiana University School of Medicine with a vested interest in the well-being of our Northwest Indiana community. Health is complex and involves more than just the healthcare we receive; healthy living and health outcomes are shaped by everyday eating patterns, which are strongly influenced by access to adequate and nutritious food. Every day, members of our community struggle to put healthy food on the table. To address this need, we partnered with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to support our neighbors experiencing food insecurity.
Together, we are coordinating the food drive charity event Go for Gary 5k: Family Fun Run.
Our ability to help the 100,000 individuals facing hunger in Lake and Porter counties depends on the generosity and support of people like you: community members, neighbors, and friends. We are raising money and food to help those who need it. You can play an integral role in this mission through your donation and sponsorship.
Donations
We appreciate any monetary donations you can make. $1 = 3 meals. All funds will go directly to the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to support their work and mission.
Event Day Details
- Date: September 19, 2026
- Location: Marquette Park, at 1 North Grand Boulevard Gary, IN 46403
- Time: Check-in 8:00 am CST; Run starts at 9:00 am CST
Deadlines
- September 5, 2026: Donation deadline to be eligible for sponsorship tier perks (All other donations accepted until race day)
- September 12, 2026: Race sign-up deadline.
Event Description
Our fundraising deadline will culminate in our fifth annual 5k run/walk. The trail follows the beautiful Marquette Park area, which sits along the Lake Michigan beachfront. We welcome everyone in our NWI community to join us in celebrating the mission of this charity and enjoying the end of summer.
Shelf stable products can be brought to our location at the IUN campus:
Dunes Medical Building
Room 3001
34000 Broadway Ave.
Gary, IN 46408
Marquette Park on Race Day:
1 North Grand Boulevard
Gary, IN 46403