FAQ
Dream Big 5K Runners Guide - everything you need to know about race day!
How do I create a fundraising team for the Dream Big 5K?
- You can create or join a fundraising team during registration. When you get to the Donation page, click the "Become a Fundraiser" button.
- Under Become a Fundraiser, fill in your name for Your Individual Fundraiser Name and then navigate down to Team Fundraiser.
- Under Team Fundraiser, select to Join an existing team or Create a Team Fundraiser.
- At this point, you can make a donation to your fundraiser or just click Continue.
- Once you have completed your registration, you will receive an email with a link to your Fundraiser.
- You can also find your fundraiser on your RunSignUp profile. Navigate to Dream Big 5K (either by clicking “Manage Registration” or by scrolling down to Fundraising on your Profile page) and clicking “Edit Fundraiser.”
What is a hybrid race?
A hybrid race combines both an in-person race and a virtual race to allow you to choose what works best for you. The virtual race is one that you complete on your own time and at a place you choose. You can even run 5K on your treadmill at home, walk a neighborhood trail or favorite 5K course. The in-person 5K race in Essex, VT is professionally timed and a fun community event.
Virtual race dates: Complete your 5K anytime between 4/28 and 5/11/24.
Virtual race completion is based on the honor system. Submit your time and photos at runsignup.com/dreambig5krunwalkroll so we know you completed the race.
Live race date: April 28, 2024, 10am at Essex Middle School.
How do I register for the hybrid Dream Big 5K?
Use the sign up button at the top of the page to register. Choose the virtual or live race option; select appropriate division and distance. After registering, you may transfer from the virtual to live race, or vice versa, before 4/25/24.
How do I get my bib & swag for the Virtual Dream Big 5K?
T-shirts, medals and SWAG are mailed in mid-April. Virtual participants can download and print a race bib from their RunSignUp profile by clicking the "View Pre-Race Bib" link under their Upcoming Events.
What if I am not interested in doing either race option?
We understand that a 5K might not work for everyone. If you’d like to still be connected to this great event, you can make a donation to a Dream Big fundraiser or directly to EDD Adaptive Sports, a 501(c)3 charitable organization. You can also set up a fundraiser!
How can I help?
- Volunteer. We need 30 volunteers to help on race day (and leading up to it). Sign up through the volunteer tab or contact us with questions.
- Spread the word! Invite your friends to virtually join you for the 5K or participate in the live race.
- Use #DreamBigVT when you post and share
- Join our Facebook Group “Dream Big 5K Run, Walk, Roll.” Connect with other Dream Big participants, share messages of encouragement and photos of your run.
- Leave a message of encouragement for EDD athletes on our Facebook page.
- Show your pride with some EDD gear. Purchase a race tee shirt or visit our online gear store for more choices.
Please contact Gretchen if you have more questions: events@eddfund or 802-399-4366
