AFWM AIDS Walk/5K Run & Festival

The 17th Annual AIDS Walk/5K Run & Festival, sponsored by the AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts (AFWM) in Springfield, Mass., will be held on October 5 at Riverfront Park in downtown Springfield beginning at 11:00 a.m.

The event will include a festival featuring a free barbecue lunch and live music by the John Brandoli Band, a children’s area with games and crafts, a raffle and vendors. Free and confidential HIV testing will also be offered.

The fundraiser supports AFWM as it provides emergency financial assistance to individuals diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in the western Massachusetts area, and also supports educational programming efforts.

Individuals interested in participating can register themselves or a walking/running team and create a personalized fundraising page at http://www.runreg.com/Net/3594.

Further information is also available at http://www.aidsfoundationwm.org or you can also reach the AFWM office at (413) 301-0955.