Our 2024 Tickle Trot 5K—A Thanksgiving Morning to Remember! 🎉
We did it! Our incredible community came together for an unforgettable Thanksgiving morning at the 2024 Tickle Trot 5K! From laughter & high-fives to personal bests & heartwarming moments, this event was a huge success. Check out just how amazing it was! ⬇️
🍽️ Last Thanksgiving, We Made an Impact!
🏡 200 meal boxes delivered 👫 707 people fed!
💛 Your participation keeps the mission going! Every step you take helps provide meals for families in need—not just on Thanksgiving, but all year long. Let’s make this year even bigger!
Thanks to your support, we raised an incredible $10,400—helping us provide meals not just on Thanksgiving, but throughout the year!


🏃♂️ Why Participate? Because Every Step Matters!
The Tickle Trot 5K isn’t just a race—it’s a celebration of community, wellness, and giving back! 🧡
✨ Stronger Together: This event unites neighbors, friends, and families for a fun and meaningful start to Thanksgiving.
💪 Healthy & Happy: Kickstart your holiday with movement, fresh air, and a little friendly competition!
🥫 Make a Real Impact: Your donations help stock our food pantry, supporting an average over the multiple years of 290 households and 819 people every month.
Last year, we raised an amazing $11,200 to feed local families. Let’s make an even bigger impact this year!
Event Details
Start Time: 8am
Date: Thanksgiving in 2025 falls on Thursday, November 27th.
📍 Starting Point: 16633 Champion Way, Sandy, OR 97055 – Abundant Life (Sandy Campus) Parking Lot
🎭 Festive Attire Encouraged: Show off your holiday spirit with a Thanksgiving-themed costume—turkeys, pilgrims, and creative outfits are all part of the fun!
By lacing up your shoes and joining us, you’re doing more than crossing the finish line—you’re changing lives! ❤️
👨👩👧👦 Fun for All Ages: Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the whole family—laughter, memories, and a great cause awaits!
🐾 Furry Friends Welcome: Bring your pets along for the trot! Just be sure to clean up after them. Our community thanks you!
Registration & Donations
💰 Donation-Based Event: Give what you can! Donations are accepted via cash, check, or our convenient QR code on race day.
📝Check-In & Waivers: Upon arrival, please sign a waiver – one per household – to get ready for the fun.
🥘 Your Support Matters: Every contribution helps provide meals for families in need—not just on Thanksgiving, but all year long. Let’s make a difference together!
SIGN UP HERE: https://sandyactioncenter.com/tickle-trot-5k-participant-waiver/
📣 Spread the Word & Share the Fun!
Let’s make the Tickle Trot 5K bigger and better! Invite your friends, family, and community to join the fun.
📲 Share on social media and use #TickleTrot5K #SandyStrong #SupportLocal to show your support!
👨👩👧👦 Open to everyone—local families, visitors, and all who want to make a difference!
Every share, tag, and post helps bring more people together for a great cause. Let’s get the word out! 🎉

📬 Get in Touch!
📧 Director: Kirsten – [email protected]
📧 Program Coordinator: [email protected]
📞 Phone: (503) 668-4746
📍 Location: Sandy Action Center, 38982 Pioneer Blvd, Sandy, OR 97055
Have questions? Want to get involved? Reach out—we’d love to hear from you!