~$150,000 raised to support sexual harm prevention through early education
The Erin Levitas Foundation (ELF), an organization dedicated to ending sexual violence through early education, recently hosted its 4th annual Stroll & Roll 5K and walk. The event took place at the Camden Yards Sports Complex on Saturday, April 29, 2023. With 415 participants, the event raised nearly $150,000 that will support sexual harm prevention through early education.
With 100 sponsors and support from more than 10 community organizations, community members came together to make it the most successful Stroll & Roll to date, beating attendance and fundraising goals. The funds raised will help to cover the costs of outreach and education about body safety and boundaries.
“The success of this year’s event demonstrates how impactful our work is and shows that we are reaching more and more people in the community about sexual harm prevention and the importance of early education,” said Marissa Jachman, executive director, Erin Levitas Foundation.
Participants walked, strolled, or took part in a timed 5K along the mobility-accessible loop around the iconic Baltimore stadiums, and then enjoyed a kids’ zone complete with a moon bounce, giant slide, face painting, and coloring wall.
More than 50 people participated in a satellite Stroll & Roll in Delray Beach, Fla. where they celebrated a morning of movement for prevention.
ABOUT THE ERIN LEVITAS FOUNDATION
The Erin Levitas Foundation, a non-profit organization located in Baltimore, Maryland, is dedicated to ending sexual assault. The non-profit works by providing early education resources for youth, young people, caregivers, and educators to deconstruct negative attitudes and perceptions that give rise to sexual violence and support healthy behaviors. Through programs at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law that serves two Baltimore City middle schools, and additional programs offering virtual resources, a children’s book and supporting St. Timothy’s School, ELF is reaching families throughout the country and bringing awareness to, investing in and providing early education to prevent sexual violence. Visit the Erin Levitas Foundation for more information.
