Event Description
The Gift of Hope 5K Run, Walk & Roll is more than just a race—it’s a powerful gathering of a community with a unique life experience impacted by organ donation and transplantation. Whether you are running to honor a loved one, walking in gratitude, or rolling for a future of health, you are part of a community that transforms lives.
Why Join Us?
- Honor A Legacy: We gather to pay tribute to the selfless donors and their families who have given the ultimate gift.
- Celebrate the Journey: Cheer on transplant recipients as we celebrate their life saving gifts and support those awaiting their gifts.
- Make an Impact: Your participation supports donor family services, education and advocacy efforts that save lives throughout our community.
- Celebrate the Healers: We come together as a community of Gift of Hope employees, healthcare partners, recipients, donor families, and community supporters—to share stories that need to be told.
Whether you’re a competitive runner or just want a morning stroll with friends, your presence matters. Register today and join our community in a Celebration of Donation.
Choose Your Participation!
5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll
Looking for a race day that feels more like a block party? You’ve found it! The Gift of Hope Community Foundation 5K isn't just about the miles—it’s about the smiles, the music, and the incredible energy of a community coming together for a common cause.
Whether you're chasing a new personal record or just looking for a fun morning out with friends and family, this is the event where everybody wins
Kids Dash
The Gift of Hope Kids’ Dash is more than just a race—it’s a high-energy, joyful celebration designed to introduce young runners to the spirit of community and the "Celebration of Donation."
Whether they’re sprinting, jogging, or toddling, your kids will be the stars of the show in a safe, supportive environment built just for them.
Create or Join a Fundraising Team!
Everything is better with a crew by your side. Whether you’re gathering the extended family or getting your gym buddies together, forming a Fundraising Team is the heartbeat of the Gift of Hope 5K. Going solo is great, but leading a team turns a morning run into a collective mission.
Together, we can amplify our impact and bring even more awareness to the life-saving mission of organ and tissue donation.
Create or Join a Corporate Team!
It’s time to take your team-building to the pavement! Creating a Company Team for the Gift of Hope 5K is the perfect way to boost employee morale, promote wellness, and show our community that your business stands for something life-changing. Whether your office is full of competitive sprinters or casual "coffee-in-hand" walkers, this event is designed for everyone to participate, connect, and make an impact.