Cheesesletes community, let's do this again! We are thrilled to be back where it all started for us during the American Cheese Society conference in Des Moines, IA.

We will be raising money during this 5k for our own grant called “Back in the Vat”. This grant allows applicants to apply for grant money (up to $2,000) to participate in an all-expenses paid in-person educational experience. Our seventh annual 5k will donate 75% of monies towards this grant and the remaining 25% towards the American Cheese Education Foundation as part of our partnering with them during the conference.

When you sign up for our race on July 21st, 2023 you will do a 5k run, walk, skip, jump, rollerblade, bike, whatever you choose, right outside your front door or in person with us in Des Moines. Last year, we were able to raise $6,000. And with your help this year, we can raise even more to support our mission.

Registration is $25 (early bird before June 1st) -$35 (after June 1st)! Sign up or donate to a registrant, let's all chip in and get our community the support it needs.