Ezra J. Hartke Race for Hope
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Ezra J. Hartke Race for Hope
The Ezra J. Hartke Race for Hope is an annual fundraising event held on November 14, 2026 at Kyle Park in Tipp City, Ohio. Proceeds support Dayton Children’s Hospital and pediatric brain tumor research. The event honors a child who faced a malignant brain tumor and aims to raise money for research and care.
Event categories take place onsite at Kyle Park and there is a virtual option. Distances include:
- 5K walk : 3.1 Miles
- 5K run : 3.1 Miles
- 10K run : 6.2 Miles
- Virtual 5K : 3.1 Miles
Registration information in the source includes opening on January 1, 2026 and closing on November 7, 2026. Fees listed are $30 for the 5K walk, $35 for in person 5K and 10K runs, and $25 for the virtual 5K, with higher fees after November 8 for in person events. Teams of 10 or more receive a $5 discount per person. Ages 6 to 18 receive a $5 discount and ages 5 and under are free without a shirt. In person registrations received by October 30 are eligible to receive a race shirt.
Awards for the 5K and 10K runs are given for overall and age divisions including 15 and under, 16 to 30, 31 to 45, 46 to 60, and 60 and over for both men and women. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
