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ATO hosts Scary Face Race event: Fraternity’s fall fun raises money for philanthropy

by Connor Loyd
October 24, 2022
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On the morning of Saturday, Oct. 15, the Kappa Rho chapter of ATO hosted their first Scary Face Race, a Halloween-themed event designed to raise money for the organization’s charitable philanthropies.

Held outside of Trinity United Methodist Church, participants arrived early in the morning and gathered at the starting line, many of whom were dressed in their favorite Halloween costumes. Everyone from Spider-Man to the Pillsbury Doughboy was in attendance. 

The race lasted for two miles, and afterwards, racers relaxed at the following fall festival, which was filled with candy, music, inflatables and more.

The race acted as a fundraiser for Kappa Rho’s two philanthropies: Manufactured Good, which helps unemployed men find meaningful employment, and Family Promise of Birmingham, which helps homeless families in the Birmingham area by giving them food, shelter and opportunities. As of Oct. 19, the fundraiser sits at $7,632 dollars raised, with a $9,000 dollar goal.

Although the race may be over, the opportunity to give is ongoing. Those still wishing to donate can do so on ATO’s Crowd Change page: https://ato.crowdchange.co/27186

Friends gather at Trinity United Methodist early Saturday morning. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Participants wait at the starting line for the race to begin. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Runners are told how the race will be run. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Attendees sprint forward as the race begins. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
A long line of racers rush down the sidewalk. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Students congregate outside ATO tents after the race. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Halloween-themed music plays from the stage speakers as visitors enjoy the festivities. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Shirts for sale commemorating the annual event. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Two Spider-Men re-enact a classic pose. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Participants (and pooch) pose post-race for a friendly photo. Connor Loyd | The Samford Crimson
Connor Loyd

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