Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk
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Gift of Life 5K Run/Walk & 1K Kids Dash
The event is organized by Transplants for Children and takes place on October 3, 2026 at Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10700 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX. It includes a 5K distance and a 1K kids dash with a costume theme tied to the Halloween season.
Distances:
- 5K Run/Walk for teens and adults
- 1K Kids Dash for ages 11 and under
Participant categories are listed by age: 11 and under for the kids dash, 12–17 for teens, 18–39 for primers, and 40 and up for masters. Participants may form teams of five or more to honor or remember a transplant recipient. Registration fees listed are $30.00 for the 5K and $10.00 for the 1K Kids Dash. All registered participants will receive a commemorative race shirt; registrants after September 1, 2026 are not guaranteed a shirt or preferred size.
Proceeds support services for pediatric transplant recipients and their families, including peer support groups, a scholarship program for transplant youth, and emergency financial assistance. The event emphasizes community support and visibility for transplant families and related programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
