Run for Food & Golden Valley Bank

May 9, 2025 | 2 Minute Read

Lace up. Lift up. Let’s feed our neighbors—together.

Why We Run
Every Thanksgiving morning, thousands of Chico families, friends and four‑legged companions gather in Bidwell Park for the Run for Food 5K. The entry fees and donations power the life‑changing services of the Jesus Center, which provides hot meals, shelter, job training and compassionate support for people experiencing homelessness right here at home.

Our Commitment
Golden Valley Bank is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the Run for Food. For the past several years our team members—bankers, families and customers alike—have volunteered on the course, staffed water stations and cheered runners across the finish line. Sponsorship dollars from GVB help offset race costs so every possible registration dollar goes straight to the Jesus Center’s programs.
Impact at a Glance
  • 5,000+ participants hit the trail in 2024, making it one of the largest Thanksgiving Day runs north of Sacramento.
  • Nineteen years and counting—the Run for Food has become a Chico holiday tradition that fuels community connection as much as it funds critical services.
How You Can Get Involved
  1. Register to Run or Walk
    Secure your commemorative T‑shirt and your spot at the starting line.
  2. Start a Fund‑Raiser
    Rally coworkers, classmates or your neighborhood to sponsor every step you take.
  3. Donate Directly
    Can’t make it on race day? Your gift still helps put warm meals on local tables.
Event Details
  • Date & Time: Thanksgiving Day — Thursday, November 27, 2025, 9 a.m. (rain or shine)
  • Location: Bidwell Park, Chico, CA
  • Course: Scenic, paved 5K loop through the heart of the park (strollers and well‑mannered dogs welcome)
  • Registration: Opens July 1. Early‑bird pricing through November 1; shirts guaranteed for early registrants.
Join Us—Because Community Banking Means Community Giving
Golden Valley Bank was founded on the idea that local dollars should fuel local dreams. Partnering with the Run for Food lets us turn that promise into action—one stride, one smile and one hot meal at a time. Sign up today and spend your Thanksgiving morning making a tangible difference for our neighbors in need. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!