Santa Shuffle 5K Run for the Children

Run for the Children Scheduled for December 4th, 2021

Please register HERE
Bridgton, Maine – NFI North's Bridge Crossing will host their first annual Run for the Children, a 5K to Benefit the Bridge Crossing Residential Children's programs and special education school, Bridge Crossing Academy on Saturday, December 4th 2021.  This new event will take place at the brand new Bridge Crossing Academy on Nulty Street, Bridgton, Maine and will be the first event of Bridgton, Maine's Festival of Lights! Race Day Registration opens at 7:15 am; Kids Fun Run begins at 8:00 am; and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:45 am. There will be children’s activities, refreshments and will be attended by the one and only Santa Clause himself. Bridge Crossing Academy will also hold a Holiday Craft Fair; buy holiday gifts, specialty food products, jewelry and more!

Bridge Crossing is a safe and loving refuge for young children ages 5-14. Our guiding vision is a commitment to helping children return to their family or another home-like setting. We provide specialized treatment and education to assist them through their journey of healing and ultimately help them find their happily ever after.

Proceeds from the Run for the Children 5K ensure that children at Bridge Crossing receive the best possible care, including a more robust children’s activities program, increased education assistance, special services to families, and intensive therapies for children overcoming trauma. With over 24 years of caring for children, Bridge Crossing has a unique understanding of providing a safe, nurturing environment for children in crisis and the value of keeping families together following trauma.

Individual 5K Walk/Run registrations are $25 ($35 on Race Day); kids are free if pre-registered ($10 on Race Day). To register for the event, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/ME/Bridgton/SantaShuffleMaine  For more information about this event, including sponsorship opportunities, please contact Alisa Gibson at (603) 647-4404 or email at alisagibson@nafi.com.