Organizations Fighting Hunger
Norman Borlaug 5K Run/Walk/Bike Ride
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Description: The annual Norman Borlaug 5K Run/Walk/Bike Ride is held annually in conjunction with other festivities of the Norman Borlaug Harvest Fest every September. Dr. Borlaug was born and raised in Howard County on a small farm south of Cresco. He devoted his career to saving the lives of millions of starving people around the globe.
Participation helps in 5 Non-Profits, 4 local and one for the community at large that is decided each each year by the committee. NORMAN BORLAUG HERITAGE FOUNDATION, DON DAVIS GOOD SAMARITAN FUND, PRARIE SPRINGS RECREATIONAL TRAIL, LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES IN CRESCO AND RICEVILLE. How to Help: Individuals, businesses, and congregations in Howard County can join in the Walk as participants and by raising money to support hunger alleviation. The Norman Borlaug 5K Run/Walk/Bike Ride encourages all Iowans to visit the Norman Borlaug Birthplace and see how he lived.
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