Freeze for Food

Freeze for Food Freeze for Food is a 5K/10K Walk & Run fundraising event organized by the Returned Peace Corps of Wisconsin-Madison.

This event started in 1982 and we are proudly raising money for Open Doors for Refugees, a local Madison non-profit.

The first round of photos, provided by Madeline Uraneck, is now available! 📸Visit our Facebook Group to tag yourself, sh...
03/11/2026

The first round of photos, provided by Madeline Uraneck, is now available! 📸

Visit our Facebook Group to tag yourself, share with friends and family, and feel free to upload your own images to the folder as well!

We’re excited to share that YOU helped raise about $23,000 so far (before expenses)!Our sponsors help cover the costs of...
03/07/2026

We’re excited to share that YOU helped raise about $23,000 so far (before expenses)!

Our sponsors help cover the costs of putting on the race, which means registration fees and individual donations go directly to food insecurity programs at Open Doors for Refugees.

Please help us thank the local businesses and organizations that made today possible 💙

✨ Fleet Feet Sponsors
🐻‍❄️International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 159
🐻‍❄️Madison Divorce Mediation
🐻‍❄️WORT FM

✨ Swift Feet Sponsor
🐻‍❄️ Synergy Physical Therapy

✨ Happy Feet Sponsors
🐻‍❄️Accessible Housing WI
🐻‍❄️Daniel Eccles Homes
🐻‍❄️Carlos Chacon – American Family Insurance
🐻‍❄️Goodman's Jewelers
🐻‍❄️Ice Cream Social
🐻‍❄️Movin' Shoes
🐻‍❄️Performance Exteriors & Contracting
🐻‍❄️UW-Madison International Division

✨ Friendly Feet Sponsors
🐻‍❄️Compass Business Solutions
🐻‍❄️Custom Fitness Specialists
🐻‍❄️Madison Sourdough
🐻‍❄️Morgan's Shoes
🐻‍❄️Numbers 4 Nonprofits
🐻‍❄️W***y Street Co-op

✨ Gold Star Sponsors
🐻‍❄️Bagels Forever
🐻‍❄️Hy-Vee
🐻‍❄️The Shoe Box
🐻‍❄️Trader Joe’s

🏃‍♂️❄️ TODAY IS THE DAY! ❄️🏃‍♀️The 45th Freeze for Food 5K/10K Walk & Run is today and we’re excited to see our communit...
03/07/2026

🏃‍♂️❄️ TODAY IS THE DAY! ❄️🏃‍♀️

The 45th Freeze for Food 5K/10K Walk & Run is today and we’re excited to see our community come together!

🔥 343 runners and walkers are already registered and there’s still time to join us!

Every step helps support food insecurity programs for refugees in our community, helping families build stable, healthy lives here in Madison.

✨ Whether you're running, walking, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re part of something meaningful today.

📍 Vilas Park
⏰ 5K Start: 12:00 PM
⏰ 10K Start: 1:00 PM

📋Race day registration is available (psst... lighten the load and preregister 😉)

Let’s make this the best Freeze for Food yet. See you at the starting line! 💙

The 2026 Freeze for Food would not be possible without the incredible businesses and organizations who chose to stand wi...
03/04/2026

The 2026 Freeze for Food would not be possible without the incredible businesses and organizations who chose to stand with our community. Because of you, this race is more than miles — it’s momentum for local food insecurity programs and proof that when Madison shows up, we show up strong. 💙

✨ Fleet Feet Sponsors: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 159, Madison Divorce Mediation, WORT FM

✨ Swift Feet Sponsor: Synergy Physical Therapy

✨ Happy Feet Sponsors: Accessible Housing WI, Daniel Eccles Homes, Carlos Chacon – American Family Insurance, Goodman's Jewelers, Ice Cream Social, Movin' Shoes, Performance Exteriors & Contracting, UW-Madison International Division

✨ Friendly Feet Sponsors: Compass Business Solutions, Custom Fitness Specialists, Madison Sourdough, Morgan's Shoes, Numbers 4 Nonprofits, W***y Street Co-op

✨ Gold Star Sponsors: Bagels Forever, Hy-Vee, The Shoe Box, Trader Joe's

To every sponsor listed here — thank you for investing in something bigger than a race. You’re helping ensure neighbors facing food insecurity aren’t facing it alone.

🚨 Freeze for Food Bib Pickup Reminder! 🚨 Skip the race-day line and grab your bib early!Location: Movin' Shoes528 S Park...
03/04/2026

🚨 Freeze for Food Bib Pickup Reminder! 🚨

Skip the race-day line and grab your bib early!

Location: Movin' Shoes
528 S Park St, Madison

Day: Friday, March 6
Time: 4:00–6:00 PM

Getting your bib early means less stress and more time to enjoy race day at Vilas Park.

Can’t make early pickup? No problem! Bibs will also be available on race day at the PRE-REGISTERED – BIB PICKUP table. Just arrive early!

Register now to skip race day registration 👟
http://bit.ly/Freeze4Food

See you at the start line! 💙

03/04/2026

🎉 We’re happy to see 262 participants registered for the 45th Freeze for Food 5K/10K!

The race is THIS SATURDAY, March 7, and we’re grateful to everyone who returns year after year — your support keeps this event strong. 👟💙

We also want to welcome all first-time runners, walkers, and supporters. Every step you take helps build a stronger community by supporting programs that fight food insecurity and ensure everyone in our city has access to the nourishment they need.

It’s not too late to join the race and make a difference. We look forward to seeing you on race day 🐻‍❄️

👉 Register or donate here: http://bit.ly/Freeze4Food

Happy Feet Sponsor Spotlight 🔆We are incredibly grateful for our Happy Feet Sponsors of the 45th Freeze for Food 5K/10K ...
03/03/2026

Happy Feet Sponsor Spotlight 🔆

We are incredibly grateful for our Happy Feet Sponsors of the 45th Freeze for Food 5K/10K Walk & Run! Their generosity helps ensure that more funds go directly to supporting Open Doors for Refugees programs in our community.

A huge thank you to:
👏 Accessible Housing WI
👏 Daniel Eccles Homes
👏 Carlos Chacon – American Family Insurance
👏 Goodman's Jewelers
👏 Ice Cream Social
👏 Movin' Shoes
👏 Performance Exteriors & Contracting
👏 UW-Madison International Division

Because of these community partners, we can continue making a real impact.

If you see them, thank them. If you support them, know you’re supporting something bigger. 💙

Strong communities run on people who share their voice.WORT 89.9 FM is Madison’s volunteer-powered community radio stati...
02/25/2026

Strong communities run on people who share their voice.

WORT 89.9 FM is Madison’s volunteer-powered community radio station. They amplify underrepresented voices, celebrate diverse culture, and connect neighbors through music, news, and conversation.

We’re proud to have WORT FM as an in-kind sponsor of the 45th Freeze for Food. Their support helps spread the word so every registration and donation goes directly to Open Doors for Refugees, helping families build stability and a new start in Madison.

🎙 In-Kind Sponsor 🎙
WORT 89.9 FM
wortfm.org

Local voices. Local impact. Stronger community.

Join us Saturday, March 7 for Freeze for Food 💙🐻‍❄️ Visit our website to register or donate!

http://bit.ly/Freeze4Food

🥫 Run. Walk. Give.In addition to the 45th Annual Freeze for Food, we’re also hosting a food drive to support the Fritz F...
02/24/2026

🥫 Run. Walk. Give.

In addition to the 45th Annual Freeze for Food, we’re also hosting a food drive to support the Fritz Food Pantry at the Goodman Community Center.

The pantry provides groceries to more than 450 households every week, helping ensure our neighbors have access to healthy, fresh food when they need it most.

If you’re joining us on race day, please consider bringing a donation.

Most-needed items:
🥫 Canned fruits and vegetables
🥫 Canned proteins (tuna, chicken, beans)
🥫 Peanut butter
🥫 Pasta and rice
🥫 Shelf-stable meals and soups
🥫 Personal care items

Every item you bring helps keep local families’ tables full.

📍 Drop donations at the event (Vilas Park Shelter)

Learn more about the Fritz Food Pantry: https://www.goodmancenter.org/community-services/fritz-food-pantry

Let’s make our impact go beyond the finish line. ❤️

👟 Have you checked out the course maps for the 5K and 10K?If you’re still on the fence about walking or running at the 4...
02/23/2026

👟 Have you checked out the course maps for the 5K and 10K?

If you’re still on the fence about walking or running at the 45th Annual Freeze for Food, take a look 🗺️ The routes might be the nudge you need.

Both courses start and finish at the Vilas Park Shelter.

The 5K follows the beautiful Lake Wingra path, and the 10K takes you even farther through the scenic UW Arboretum for a peaceful, one-of-a-kind Madison run.

Whether you’re running, walking with friends, or working toward a personal goal, there’s a place for you.

Not ready to participate? Come out and cheer on the walkers and runners. Your support means a lot to this community.

View the maps, dust off your running shoes, and get ready for race day.

Every step supports Open Doors and local families facing food insecurity.

Strong communities run on people who show up.For more than a century, IBEW Local 159 has been powering South Central Wis...
02/23/2026

Strong communities run on people who show up.

For more than a century, IBEW Local 159 has been powering South Central Wisconsin. Their skilled union electricians help keep homes, schools, hospitals, renewable energy systems, and EV infrastructure running safely and reliably.

That same commitment to community is why we’re proud to recognize IBEW Local 159 as a Fleet Feet Sponsor of the 45th Freeze for Food.

Their support helps cover event essentials so every registration and donation goes directly to Open Doors for Refugees, helping families build stability and a new start here in Madison.

👟 Fleet Feet Sponsor 👟
IBEW Local 159

Visit their website to learn more about IBEW 159, ibew159.org.

When local organizations invest in their community, the impact reaches far beyond one event.

Join us on Saturday, March 7 for the 45th Freeze for Food and experience the heart of Madison.

03/01/2025

Check your 2025 Freeze for Food race results here 👇

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1602 Vilas Park Dr.
Madison, WI
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