Girl enjoying a burger on a plate at a community running event, with participants running in the background surrounded by trees and greenery.

iCare Community Event

Our annual iCare Community Event kicks off on Thursday evening with a banquet filled with wonderful food and fellowship. On Friday we have live bands and delicious food, and Saturday’s activities include an auction, a festival of food, 5K race, and FREE children’s activities.

This event helps raise essential funds for the ongoing efforts of Blessings of Hope and provides a platform for supporters to learn more about what we do.

Date: May 28-30, 2026
Location: 1850 Diamond Station Road, Ephrata, PA

THURSDAY, MAY 28
BANQUET


5:30 PM: Doors Open
6:30 PM: Dinner Is Served- Amish Wedding Meal
7:15 PM: Presentation

Tickets for the banquet not only provide for a nice meal out among friends, but also support the mission of Blessings of Hope to help feed at-risk families.

Individual Banquet Ticket:
$60.00

Sponsor Table of 8:
$400.00

Family portrait in a sunlit field, featuring a man and woman holding a young child, surrounded by five girls in matching white dresses. The scene captures a warm, joyful moment in nature, highlighting family bonds and outdoor beauty.

FRIDAY, MAY 29
CONCERT & FOOD


5:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Festival of Food Including Soft Pretzels and Brisket
6:30 PM: Gospel Concert Begins- Free Will Offering

Performers:

  • Daniel and Emma Lynn Glick

No Registration Required.

SATURDAY, MAY 30
FOOD & ACTIVITIES

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Festival of Food
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM: FREE Children’s Activities
(Bounce Houses and Barrel Train Rides)

Auction

9:00 AM: Auction Begins Donate Items Here
See featured auction items soon.

5K Race and Fun Run

6:30 AM: Race Check In/ Registration
$30 per person until May 13, 2026.
7:30 AM: Race Starts

8:15 AM: Children’s Fun Run Starts
$10 per child. (For children 10 years old and under)

SPONSOR iCARE

As an advertising sponsor, you get multiple advertising benefits at the event while supporting a great cause in your local community! 

If you have any questions contact Nicole at 717-824-1227 ext. 1010 or ev****@*************pe.com.

Volunteer Opportunities

We depend heavily on volunteers to make iCare happen each year. Hundreds of people come together to put on this fun, family friendly event and raise funds for Blessings of Hope.

Would you like to join in on the fun and hard work to make this event a success?

Blessings of Hope

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