Gift of Hope Community Foundation 5K Run, Walk & Roll
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Gift of Hope Community Foundation 5K Run, Walk & Roll: Celebration of Donation
This event on September 13, 2026 takes place at College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, Illinois. It brings together people whose lives have been affected by organ donation and transplantation.
The gathering honors deceased donors and their families, celebrates transplant recipients, and recognizes people awaiting transplants. Participation supports donor family services, education, and advocacy efforts that serve the local community.
Participants include Gift of Hope employees, healthcare partners, recipients, donor families, and community supporters. The event offers multiple participation formats, including in-person running, walking, rolling, a kids dash, and a virtual option.
Distances and event types:
- 3.1 Miles 5K in person
- 1 Mile community distance
- Kids Dash
- Virtual 3.1 Miles 5K
Published entry fees vary by event; for example, the 5K and 1 Mile list a fee of $35 and the Kids Dash lists a fee of $15. The event presents opportunities for community members to acknowledge donation and transplantation through shared presence and organized routes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
