Rabbit Run
Join us for The Ford Foundation’s Rabbit Run on Saturday, April 4, 2026, hosted at Southern Prohibition Brewery! This springtime favorite features both a 5K race and a 1-Mile Fun Run, winding through the scenic streets of Downtown Hattiesburg and finishing with a lively celebration at SoPro.
✨ New this year: During the 1-Mile Fun Run, kids will enjoy a special egg hunt along the course, making it even more fun and family-friendly!
Rabbit Run is designed for runners, walkers, families, and first-timers alike. All proceeds benefit The Build Better Scholarship, a partnership with Pearl River Community College that provides tuition relief for single parents and individuals raised in single-parent households—helping remove barriers to education and build stronger futures.
📝 Registration Details
• Same-day registration available for both races
• Participants who register after March 20th are not guaranteed a race t-shirt
🎽 Packet Pickup
• Friday, April 3 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
670 Weathersby Rd., Suite 140 Hattiesburg, MS 39402
• Race day pickup begins at 8:00 AM at Southern Prohibition Brewery
🎉 Post-Race Celebration at SoPro
Stick around after the race for awards, live music, and a FREE beer for all participants 21+!
🏆 Awards
• Overall Male & Female winners (5K)
• Top three finishers in each 5K age group
Whether you’re racing for a PR, walking with friends, or cheering on your little runners during the egg hunt, the Rabbit Run is the perfect way to celebrate spring while supporting an incredible cause. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line! 🐇💛
M.O.M's Pickleball Social
Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with a morning of pickleball, connection, and community at M.O.M’s Pickleball Social, a stylish doubles-format event benefiting The Ford Foundation.
Turkey Trot
Join us for the 2nd Annual Turkey Trot, 5K and 1 mile fun run on November 22nd at Town Square Park in downtown Hattiesburg!
Tastes & Toasts
Celebrate Hattiesburg Restaurant Week with an Event Full of Flavors
Kick off Hattiesburg Restaurant Week in style at Tastes & Toasts — a one-of-a-kind evening celebrating the flavors of our city. This signature event brings together Hattiesburg’s finest restaurants and bars under one roof at the beautiful Bezerra Downtown.
Guests will enjoy:
✨ Curated small bites and cocktail pairings from local restaurants and bars
✨ An elegant atmosphere with live music, perfect for gathering with friends, colleagues, or family
✨ A silent auction featuring unique items and experiences, with proceeds benefiting The Ford Foundation’s Build Better Scholars Program
Your ticket does more than unlock an unforgettable night of food, drinks, and community — it helps provide life-changing scholarships for single parents and children raised in single-parent homes.
🎟️ Tickets
General Admission: $25
VIP Admission: $40 – includes early access to tastings and exclusive perks
💡 Why Attend?
Because every sip and every bite brings us closer to a brighter future for families in our community.
Community Yard Sale
Join us on September 20, 2025 for our Community Yard Sale! Whether you are looking to buy or sell, we hope to see you there! All proceeds benefit The Ford Foundation’s Build Better Scholars Program.
The Ford Foundation Rabbit Run
The Ford Foundation’s inaugural Rabbit Run! 5K and 1 mile Fun Run/Walk. April 19, 2025. Registration at 7am, 5K starts at 8am, and the 1 mile to immediately to follow.
The Ford Foundation Turkey Trot
Join us for The Ford Foundation Turkey Trot in Downtown Hattiesburg! Registration for the 5K is at 7:30, race starts at 8
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