Events
Mimosas for Marrow 5K
Place
Catherine Rooney's
Wilmington, DE US 19806
Description
Join the Movement to Save Lives:
Mimosas for Marrow 5K
A Race to Cure, A Toast to Hope
Join us for the 3rd annual Mimosas for Marrow 5K run/walk, a heartfelt event to support families affected by blood cancers and disorders, and honor the resilience of those seeking a lifesaving bone marrow transplant.
Inspired by Oakley's Journey
Local moms, Sam and Brittany, driven by love and gratitude, founded this event after Sam's daughter, Oakley, received a lifesaving bone marrow transplant in 2022. Oakley's story fuels our mission to raise awareness and funds for NMDP (formally known as Be The Match) - the world’s largest and most diverse marrow donor registry.
The Urgency
Every 3-4 minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer or disorder. Time is crucial. A matching donor can be the only cure.
Your Impact
Last year, 626 participants united in support, raising over $26,000 - with a two year combined donation of nearly $45,000! This year, we aim higher. Your registration and donations will bring hope to those seeking a bone marrow transplant.
Join the Celebration
Register now and invite friends to join the movement!
Follow us on IG for updates and inspiration: @mimosasformarrow
Thank you for your support!
**Incentives For Winners Of**
-Largest team created
-Most funds raised on individual fundraiser
•become a donor
•free mimosa 21+
•live entertainment
•delicious food
•face painting
•characters
•photobooth
•raffles
We’ll see you there!! 🥂
Bib Pick Up
Sunday April 13th
8:00-8:45AM at Catherine Rooney's.
5K starts at 9:00AM sharp on Gilpin Avenue
Runners Amenities
Runners will receive:
- Post Race Party at Catherine Rooney's
- Food and Drinks
- Race SWAG & T-shirt
Course Map
CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP
*Map is for directional purposes only
Awards & Age Groups
Overall Male/Female
Overall Masters Male/Female
Top 3 in each age group Male/Female
9 and under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
*Overall and Masters - based off GUN TIME
*Age Groups - based off CHIP TIME
Oakley’s Story
Oakley, a previously healthy 2 year old, was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening blood disorder called Severe Aplastic Anemia, resulting in bone marrow failure. Oakley had been fighting for her life while receiving roughly 70 blood/platelet transfusions, and immunotherapy that failed to show positive results. Her only chance at survival was a bone marrow transplant.
With relief, Oakley’s team found a close matched donor who was registered on NMDP. This person selflessly signed up, donated her stem cells, and saved Oakley’s life.
After a vigorous hospital stay receiving her life-saving transplant, Oakley’s family were given the news that it was successful.
Oakley’s experience was anything but ordinary - spending 4 months total inpatient. She’s endured liver toxicity, invasive infections, surgeries, flare-ups of GVHD, and more. Though this journey presented many challenges, Oakley’s strength showed she is a true superhero. Despite her rollercoaster recovery, she is finally able to start living life as a kid again.
Become A Donor
Join Oakley's Ohana: Be a Hero, Save a Life
Inspired by Oakley's journey? We invite you to become a lifesaving bone marrow donor!
Text "OakleysOhana" to 61474 or visit our NMDP table come race day!
Registration Is Easy:
-A simple cheek swab (less than 30 seconds)!
-Ages 18-40
-Meet health guidelines
Registration takes just minutes, but its impact lasts a lifetime!
Sponsorship Opportunity
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Race Contact Info
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Race Website
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