**Fundraising Run to Deliver Food to Shelters and Orphanages in Tijuana**
To help raise funds for essential supplies such as rice, beans, and oil for distribution to orphanages and migrant shelters, the Tijuana Food Bank (Banati) is organizing a charity run. Kate Abigail Castillo Ibarra, head of the organization’s outreach department, announced the event.
The participation fee is set at 150 pesos for adults and 50 pesos for children under 15. These contributions will be used to acquire non-perishable food items, including grains like rice and beans, which will be distributed in basic food hampers to institutions in Tijuana, Tecate, and Playas de Rosarito.
Benefiting organizations include the Salesian Father Chava Breakfast Program, which provides daily meals to the homeless and those in transit, as well as orphanages like Eunime, which supports children and adolescents affected by HIV/AIDS. Additionally, the food will be delivered to various rehabilitation centers.
The 4-kilometer run is scheduled for Saturday, August 31, at Parque Morelos. Participants can start warming up from 7:30 AM, and the race will kick off at 8:00 AM. “The entire route will be within the park, making it a safe and family-friendly event. Participants can choose to walk, jog, or run, depending on their ability,” mentioned Castillo Ibarra.
There will be medals for the first 100 participants, and cash prizes for the top three finishers. Those interested in joining the run, making donations, or volunteering can contact Banati at 664 629 2700 or email ddifusion@banati.org.
**Additional News: Security Concerns in Tijuana Shelters**
Recent local sources have raised concerns about the safety within Tijuana’s shelters. Various organizations have emphasized the importance of improving security measures to protect vulnerable inhabitants. Shelters and temporary accommodations for people on the move, such as asylum seekers and homeless populations, are frequently underscored in these discussions.
Efforts are ongoing to improve the living conditions and safety of these facilities, and community involvement through events like the charity run is crucial. In related news, city authorities have also highlighted issues such as water shortages in high-altitude areas of Tijuana, which could impact both residential and institutional settings, including these shelters.
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