Lake Sara Dam Run
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Event overview
Lake Sara Dam Run takes place on April 4, 2026 at Lake Sara Dam, 9352 E. Park Avenue, Effingham, IL, USA. The event is offered both in-person and virtually. The event's stated fundraising goal is $1,000 and the current amount raised is $0. There are 32 listed participants.
Race details
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon
- 8 Mile
- 5K Run/Walk
- Virtual Half Marathon, 8 Mile, or 5K
The event lists race-specific swag: the Half Marathon entry includes a full-zip jacket, 5K entries include a Dam Run shirt, and other distances include shirts or swag while supplies last. Medals are guaranteed for the Half Marathon and are first-come, first-serve for other in-person distances. Virtual entries include a guaranteed medal and postage.
The main fundraising purpose is supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities in Effingham County, Sigel, Neoga, and Arcola, and also donating to local individuals with cancer-related illnesses. Team entries of 10 or more can request a $5 discount code per member; the largest team winner is announced on March 15. The registration platform donates $1 per registrant back to the athletes. Registration fees vary by entry type and by registration date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
