The Samaritan Well, Inc. was incorporated in 1998 as a transitional housing program for women and women with children experiencing homelessness. In 2008, the agency acquired the use of an additional property. With the additional property, the agency was able to expand its services to include men and men with children experiencing homelessness.
Today, the agency is continuing to operate the two shelters, one is located at 212 West Jackson Street (First Christian Church) and the other is located at 1306 Maple Avenue (Maple Avenue Christian Church), with program services being used for families and individuals experiencing homelessness.
This year we are hosting the 23rd John Bliven Memorial Run/Walk and it will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024 during Heritage Days. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. at the Old Dairy, 210 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL 61455. The two-mile and 5K run/walk will begin at 7:45 a.m. Preregistration is $30 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under.
On-site registration is $35 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under. Awards will be given to top male and female finishers for both runs. Walkers are welcome. Registration forms may be obtained at the Macomb Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and online at www.runsignup.com.
For updates about the event, visit the Samaritan Well, Inc.’s Facebook page. You can also contact the Samaritan Well, Inc. office at (309) 837-3357 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with questions. The proceeds from the event will benefit the two Samaritan Well, Inc. transitional housing shelters and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
