*Read about us in Sumter Living Magazine (October 2025)* Join us Saturday, November 1st, 2025, for Sumter's amazing walk-a-thon event! This is a collaboration between the public and private sectors to achieve unity as we stand against underage trafficking in our community and beyond. We will also host this event online via our Instagram account (@pietascoalition) and provide a virtual tour, available before the walk-a-thon starts.​

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Stroll along a pristine 0.5 mile path in Sumter's Patriot Park and enjoy family friendly activities:

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Turtle watching (ponds are home to turtle families)

Face painting (positive, encouraging themes)

Food trucks 

Moon bounce

Tips and guidance about how to keep our community safe (posters with QR codes along the walking path)

Music 

Survivor led pop-up art show

Wheelchair accessible

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We are hoping to announce more surprises and possible guest speakers as we near the date! Check back for updates. Community members will also have a chance to sign an artistic canvas pledging to defend Sumter's children with preventative education, awareness and/or reporting.

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Please consider a donation to support the administrative costs for this event (banner printing, flyers, promotional t-shirts). Your contributions would be appreciated.

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