10th Annual Chick-fil-A Vidalia Road Race
Runners, walkers, and community supporters are invited to the 10th Annual Chick-fil-A Vidalia Road Race on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The event features 1-mile, 5K, or 10K distances for a fun, healthy event benefiting worthy causes. See the full schedule and information at DRC Sports.
The race proceeds will support three vital local ministries — Paul Anderson Youth Home, Vidalia Heritage Academy, and WinShape Camps for Communities — all dedicated to providing crucial support and opportunities for the faith, education, and personal growth of young people in Vidalia.
'Fitness and exercise are a cornerstone of our program and it is rewarding to see the community come together for healthy activities that directly support our mission,' said Glenda Anderson Leonard, co-founder of the Paul Anderson Youth Home. 'Our Vidalia community consistently supports this annual event, and we're grateful for their generosity and the support from our friends at Chick-fil-A.'
Britt McDade, owner and operator of Chick-fil-A Vidalia, added, 'This event showcases the strength of our community. We see recordbreaking participation each year, and it is so inspiring to see the support for these incredible organizations.'
Paul Anderson Youth Home is a Christian residential program and oncampus school for young men between the ages of 16 and 21 struggling with behavioral problems and issues of discipline, anger and depression. Vidalia Heritage Academy offers a Christian education taught from a Biblical worldview, carrying out its mission to educate students to love God “Spiritually, Intellectually, and Physically” and serve Him as Christ’s ambassadors in the world. WinShape Camps for Communities is a professional organization that exists to impact young people through experiences that enhance their Christian faith, character and relationships.
ABOUT PAUL ANDERSON YOUTH HOME Founded in 1961 by weightlifting world champion and Olympic gold medalist Paul Anderson and his wife, Glenda, the Paul Anderson Youth Home (PAYH) is a Christian residential program, with an oncampus school for young men between the ages of 16 and 21 struggling in the areas of behavioral problems, and issues of discipline, anger, and depression. We believe that Jesus Christ is our ultimate healer. PAYH is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). In addition to counseling and character development, PAYH offers an accelerated learning program enabling residents to graduate with a high school diploma and technical certifications. To date, over 1,400 young men have attended the program. The Home is located at 1603 McIntosh St. in Vidalia, GA. To learn more about PAYH, call (912) 5377237 or visit payh.org.
ABOUT WINSHAPE CAMPS FOR COMMUNITIES WinShape Camps for Communities is a professional organization that exists to impact young people through experiences that will enhance their Christian faith, character and relationships. Being supported by local churches and faith-based organizations, campers from Kindergarten through 9th grade attend a week-long day camp experience in over 70 communities throughout the nation. Whether your kids like soccer or science, there is something for everyone. WinShape Camps for Communities combines sports, recreation, arts, Bible study, and worship into one unforgettable week. For more information, visit camps.winshape. org.
ABOUT VIDALIA HERITAGE ACADEMY Like most small Christian schools, Vidalia Heritage Academy relies on charitable contributions in order to provide an outstanding experience for students and teachers that far exceeds the actual cost of educating the students at VHA. With your support, Vidalia Heritage Academy offers a Christian education taught from a Biblical worldview and allows us to continue to carry out our mission statement of educating our students “Spiritually, Intellectually, and Physically” to love God and serve Him as Christ’s ambassadors in the world. For more information, visit vidaliaheritageacademy. com.
