Image: Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation / The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation says the 23rd annual Run for Mom event along the Rotary Vedder Trail drew a record number of registrants this year as 163 participants turned out for this year's event, held Sunday, May 14. The event raised $5,900 for the maternity ward at Chilliwack General Hospital.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Run for Mom draws record number of racers

Run for Mom draws record number of participants on Mother’s Day in Chilliwack

May 25, 2023 | 8:40 AM

CHILLIWACK — The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation says the 23rd annual Run for Mom event on Sunday, May 14 along the Vedder Rotary Trail in Chilliwack attracted a record-high number of registrations this year.

In a press release issued Wednesday (May 24), FVHCF reports 163 attendees turned out for this year’s event, which raises funds for the maternity ward at Chilliwack General Hospital.

“The turnout for Run for Mom was fantastic” said Liz Harris, executive director for FVHCF. “We had 163 attendees who helped raise $5,900 for the Maternity Department at Chilliwack General Hospital. These funds are used to purchase supplies and needed equipment in your community.”

The fundraiser brought out more than just moms and their kids running or walking along the picturesque trail that runs parallel to the gorgeous Vedder River. Dads and grandpas were there to support families.

“It was great to see so many families out to support the foundation and the community of Chilliwack,” Harris said. “We loved seeing the three generations for Run for Mom participate in this year’s run with dad/grandpa cheering them on at the finish line.”

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FVHCF specifically acknowledged the help of the following sponsors in making this year’s event a success: Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary, Garrison Running Co., M&M Meats Chilliwack, Minter Country Garden, Canadian Tire Chilliwack, Farmhouse Brewing, Badesha & Associates, Unika, Voila Lash Lounge, Soul2Sole Esthetics & Bodycare, Benanna Bakery, Bozzini’s and Galaxy Cinema.

Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is a non-profit organization that raises funds for health care services and programs in the Fraser Valley Regional Hospital District. The foundation supports Chilliwack General Hospital, Abbotsford Regional Hospital, Mission Memorial Hospital, Fraser Canyon Hospital, and Hope Hospital.

If you would like to help FVHCF reach the goal of $20,000, you can contact the office directly at 1-877-661-0314, or visit their website at www.fvhcf.ca/donate.