Glow run capstone event for AFAF campaign

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  • By Airman 1st Class Rhett Isbell
  • 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Participants of the Air Force Assistance Fund Family 5K covered themselves in glow paint and an assortment of glowing items May 4, 2018, as they became multicolored nightlights during a lowlight jog.

Members of Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., gathered at Hangar 1080 in the glow run, the final event of the AFAF season. While preparing for the run they were also able to experience the fun event with everyone else on base by putting on free glow items and paint.

“The glow run was a fun activity my family and I enjoyed going to,” said Master Sgt. Nate Thorn, Central Recruiting Squadron reserve recruiter. “It’s a nice way to meet people in your community. It’s also an easy way to go show our support of the AFAF too.”

Glow run members contributed donations and time in an effort to support the Air Force.

“The AFAF helps Airmen and families,” said Senior Master Sgt. Alicia Moten, event organizer and 19th Medical Support Squadron superintendent. “We really focused on the fact that it’s here to help all of us. We wanted everyone to enjoy themselves at the run.”

Whether runners came alone or with family, there were several contests available.

“We had a prize for the family who showed the most glow-spirit, the youngest runner, the individual who had the most glow, and a few others,” Moten said.

As members crossed the finish line, they shared high fives, hugs and cheers. Though tired, the pride of finishing, as well as supporting a worthy cause, made runners glow from the inside and out.

“We like to participate and show our kids to get out in the community, have fun and be involved with the people around you,” Thorn said. “It’s a unique way to contribute.”

For more information about the AFAF or to donate, visit http://www.afassistancefund.org/.