Philadelphia Insurance Companies announced it is sponsoring the15th Annual Turkey Trot, a running and walking charity event whichtakes place tomorrow in Chestnut Hill, Pa.

The Turkey Trot, which is expected to attract over 400 runnerson Thanksgiving morning, has become a tradition within PhiladelphiaInsurance Companies. This year, over 25 employees and theirfamilies will not only participate in the race but also help withregistration and refreshments, the company said.

The Turkey Trot consists of both a five-mile competitive run anda one-mile fun run/walk. It is a family event, and all ages areencouraged to participate.

The proceeds from the Turkey Trot benefit Face to Facehttp://www.facetofacegermantown.org, a social service organizationwhich provides various programs including: soup kitchens, healthcenters, legal counseling and a children's summer camp.

Philadelphia Insurance Companies said it is committed tosupporting the Face to Face mission of helping the health,well-being and stability of the Germantown community. This year,organizers of the Turkey Trot hope to raise $90,000 for theorganization.

Registration for the 2007 Turkey Trot will begin at 7:30 am atthe foot of the Forbidden Trail in Fairmont Park, Chestnut Hill.Participants are encouraged to donate one pair of gently usedsneakers for the 2007 Sneaker Drive (kids or adult sizes).

More information is available online athttp://www.lin-mark.com/race/details.asp?race_id=665