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Describe the The 18th Annual Madison Park Neighborhood Association & GREEN-MPNA community benefits Walkathon, Resource Fair & Cultural Festival is a community event of this event organized in collaboration with the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) and the City of Santa Ana (COSA). After a three year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are excited to bring back this annual event on Saturday October 14th, 2023, at Madison Park. The event aims to promote community engagement, health, and wellness within the neighborhood. This event has been an integral part of our community, attracting hundreds of residents each year who have enjoyed a day filled with physical activities, cultural presentations, and access to an array of valuable resources. This year, we are thrilled to return to this tradition. The day will kick off with the neighborhood "Walk-A-Thon" from 9:OOam to 10:30am, followed immediately by the Resource Fair & Festival from 10:30am to 3:OOpm at Madison Park in Santa Ana, located at 1528 S. Standard Ave. This central location makes it easily accessible to residents from the Madison Park Neighborhood and surrounding areas such as Pacific Electric Park, Cornerstone Village, Minnie Street, and Cedar Evergreen CO -Op. The Walk-A-thon focuses on getting the community moving and active, stressing the importance of exercise and improved health. The Resource Fair will feature about fifty agencies and organizations providing valuable information on health prevention programs, health screenings, education, job training and placement, youth programs, safety, citizenship, transportation, legal aid, and human services. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about and access various resources available to them, enhancing their quality of life. Beyond the promotion of physical activity, healthy living, and community engagement, the event will celebrate cultural diversity. The event will offer a festive atmosphere with a halloween theme, trunk -or -treat, music, entertainment, and cultural showcases illustrating the richness of our community. We will have local food trucks invited to sell food, and we will also have a free food distribution as an additional resource for the community. We aim to celebrate and promote cultural awareness while fostering a sense of community belonging. The 18th Annual GREEN-MPNA Walkathon and Resource Fair is an inclusive event designed to inform, engage, and empower the Madison Park Neighborhood and surrounding communities of Santa Ana. By participating in the "walkathon" and exploring the different activities, attendees will not only prioritize their health but also contribute to the strengthening of community bonds. Amount Requested 15000.0