It's Time to Nominate the Next Turkey Trot Beneficiary

The Main Street Association of East Greenwich is accepting nominations for the next beneficiary for the Hill and Harbour Turkey Trot.

This year marks the fifth running of the Turkey Trot, which has become a successful community event, bringing more than 1,000 people to town the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Each year, a different beneficiary receives proceeds from the festivities, which include a 5K, a 1-mile fun run, music, kids activities and food.

“We are proud to be able to change the beneficiary each year so that we touch as many local organizations as possible with a generous donation,” the Main Street Association said in a release.

If you’re part of a worth local organization, answer the following five questions and send your response to amyecmoore@aol.com

1. What is the name of your organization?
2. Where does your current funding come from?
3. How would you use the funds from the Turkey Trot?
4. How can you help publicize the race?
5. Would representatives from your organization be willing to volunteer race day?
6. Do you have a 501(c)3 status, and if so, what is your tax id number?
7. Please provide your contact information

For more information about the event, visit www.mainstreeteg.org or email greenwich5K@gmail.com