A National Movement, Measured in Families Impacted

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The 5th Annual Farr’s Best Walk, Run & Ride for Diabetes Awareness represents a defining milestone in our national health and wellness initiative, and a powerful demonstration of what’s possible when families across the country move together with purpose.

 

Held annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the Walk, Run & Ride takes place simultaneously across the nation, uniting families in dozens of cities around a shared commitment to health, education, and diabetes awareness during a season centered on gratitude, family, and reflection.

 

In just one year, the initiative expanded from 51 cities to 71 cities, including two international locations, increasing our footprint by nearly 40%. Participation surged to over 1,000 families nationwide, representing more than a 10x increase in registrations year over year, clear evidence of both community demand and the strength of the Farr’s Best model.

 

This extraordinary growth was made possible through the continued support of our sponsors; Republic Services, Costco, and Trader Joe’s, along with trusted community partners South LA Cafe, Krystal Spa, and CLM Solutions. Their partnership allowed Farr’s Best to scale responsibly while remaining deeply rooted in local, community-led impact.

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2025 Impact Snapshot

• 5th Annual Walk, Run & Ride for Diabetes Awareness

• 71 cities worldwide, up from 51 cities the previous year

• 2 international cities, expanding global reach

• 1,000+ families engaged nationwide

• 10x growth in registrations year over year

• Simultaneous national activation, held annually the Saturday after Thanksgiving

• One unified day of movement, education, and awareness

• Hundreds of volunteer hours supporting family engagement and local coordination

 

These numbers represent more than scale, they reflect households reached, conversations started, and lives impacted through increased awareness of diabetes prevention, management, and long-term wellness.

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Family by Family, City by City

While growth metrics matter, the true impact of the Walk, Run & Ride is measured family by family.

 

Each city represented parents, caregivers, and children gaining greater awareness of diabetes prevention and management.
Each registration reflected a household choosing movement, education, and proactive wellness.

Each mile walked, run, or ridden honored those living with diabetes, and those lost to this tragic disease.

 

For many families, participation sparked critical conversations around nutrition, lifestyle choices, and long-term health. For others, it offered visibility, solidarity, and reassurance that they are not navigating diabetes alone.

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A Scalable Model for Community Health Outcomes

The Farr’s Best Walk, Run & Ride for Diabetes Awareness serves as a scalable, repeatable, and community-centered model for addressing one of the most pressing health challenges facing families today.

 

By anchoring the initiative on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Farr’s Best intentionally meets families at a moment when they are together, transforming reflection into action and awareness into sustainable habits. The program integrates physical activity, education, and collective visibility to reduce stigma, increase prevention knowledge, and promote long-term wellness.

 

The program’s 40% geographic expansion and 10x participation growth in a single year demonstrate strong alignment between community need and program effectiveness. Continued investment will allow Farr’s Best to deepen educational programming, expand international reach, and further strengthen family-centered health outcomes nationwide.

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A National and Global Commitment to Wellness

What began five years ago as a local effort has evolved into a national and international platform for diabetes awareness, anchored by a consistent annual moment of collective action.

 

The 5th Annual Walk, Run & Ride stands as a testament to what happens when purpose meets partnership—and when communities choose to move forward together toward healthier futures.

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