Steps to Hope: Walk With Us to Fight Hunger in Our Community

This year’s Hunger Walk Run holds special meaning for the StreetWise family. As we continue the work our beloved Executive Director, Tracy Joseph, cared so deeply about, we walk together in his honor, taking steps that reflect the hope, compassion, and dignity he showed to every person who walked through our doors. 

At StreetWise Georgia, every step forward represents more than movement, it represents hope. 

This spring, we’re coming together as a community to take tangible action against hunger by participating in the Atlanta Community Food Bank Hunger Walk Run, and we invite you to join us as part of Team Steps to Hope. In Honor of Tracy Joseph 

The Hunger Walk Run is a family-friendly afternoon designed for all ages, featuring a carnival-style area with games, inflatables, educational activities, and more. There will also be some of Atlanta’s best food trucks and vendors on site, along with a food court-style seating area to relax and enjoy the day together. It’s a meaningful way to make memories while making a difference. 

Why We Walk 

Hunger is a daily reality for many of the individuals and families who walk through our doors. At StreetWise, food is often the first point of connection, the immediate need that opens the door to stability, dignity, and long-term support. 

Funds raised through the Hunger Walk Run do not come directly to StreetWise as cash donations. Instead, they are converted into food credits with the Atlanta Community Food Bank. These credits allow us to purchase nutritious food at a significantly reduced cost, stretching every dollar further and helping us keep our pantry stocked for the neighbors we serve week after week. 

Simply put: your steps help put food on tables. 

Join Team Steps to Hope. In Honor of Tracy Joseph 

Whether you’re walking, running, fundraising, or cheering us on, there’s a place for you on our team. 

Event Details: 

Sunday, March 15, 2026 

In-Person 5K: The Home Depot Backyard 

Event Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 

Options: In-Person or Virtual 5K 

Can’t be there in person? No problem. The virtual option allows you to participate from anywhere: your neighborhood, your treadmill, or wherever you choose to take your steps for hope. 

How to Get Involved 

Joining our team is simple and impactful: 

Join Team Steps to Hope. In Honor of Tracy Joseph or donate here: http://engage.acfb.org/goto/sw_steps-to-hope 

You can: 

• Register to walk or run with us 

• Fundraise on behalf of StreetWise Georgia 

• Make a donation to support our team 

• Share the link and invite others to join you 

Every dollar raised becomes food on our shelves, food that supports individuals working toward stability, self-sufficiency, and a stronger future. 

Every Step Matters 

When you walk with StreetWise, you’re not just participating in a 5K. You’re standing alongside neighbors facing food insecurity and reminding them they are seen, valued, and supported. 

Thank you for taking Steps to Hope with us in honor of Tracy, one step, one mile, and one act of compassion at a time.