Racing with friends

Chase Sperling, Jack Grodin, and Noah Ackerman (pictured, from left) participated in the Houston Friendship 5K Race. Friendship Circle of Houston (FCH) hosted the event at Godwin Park, raising funds to support families of children with special needs. This was a record-breaking event for FCH with 600 racers and cheering fans along the race path. The 5K took place on Super Bowl Sunday, and event hosts invited participants to join a “turkey trot for the Super Bowl” to burn some calories before feasting at Super Bowl parties later that day. FCH pairs teen volunteers with special-needs buddies for weekly playdates. These volunteer-buddy duos raced together in the family-friendly 5K. After crossing the finish line, participants enjoyed a post-race festival with a puppy petting station, chair massages, chicken drop bingo, and a tennis ball bounce contest. Funds raised will support programming including a summer program and winter camp.

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