Donor Dash 10K - 5K - 1K Family Fun Run

Please join the Transplant Community Alliance for their 7th annual Donor Dash event!

NEW DATE FOR 2026! Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Kiwanis Park in Tempe.

The event will feature a 10K, 5K and a 1K Family Fun Run.

The Donor Dash supports Transplant Community Alliance's Living Assistance Fund.

The race proceeds will help support transplant recipients and their families with much needed services. Some of those services include providing funds for housing, transportation, prescriptions and out-of-pocket co-pays.

We want to pack the 1K Family Fun Run/Walk with as many participants as possible. Of course, this is open to all ages, but kids under 12 are only $1 each* when registering with an adult. Kids will receive a t-shirt and medal too!

After the race, please enjoy the vendor village and silent auction.

*Discount applied at checkout

Transplant Community Alliance is recognized as an Arizona Charitable Organization, so your donation to TCA of $495 for individuals or $987 for married couples filing jointly can be a dollar-for-dollar tax credit.

Event details and schedule

Hero Button

Allow us to make a Hero Button to honor your hero in your transplant journey. Your Hero maybe your donor, caregiver, family member, surgeon, social worker or friend.

Send images to [email protected] and we will make the button in advance and it will be waiting for you to pick up at the Button Station on the morning of the race. Or you can bring a picture with you to the race and we will make a button for you that day.

Honorary Signs

Order an Honorary sign to show who you are “dashing’ for at Donor Dash this year. Signs will be displayed along the walking/running path or within the memorial garden area. Signs are $20 each and will include a picture, name and choice of sentiment.

The last day to fill out the form for a sign is Monday, Sept. 21st

Memorial Signs – To honor a loved one who became a donor after death.

Living Donor Signs – To honor a living donor.

Signs are $20 each and will include a picture, name and choice of sentiment.

Click here to order your sign.

Mail-in and Team Registration

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. If you choose this option you do not have to pay the online processing fees.

Virtual Run/Walk

Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? We are excited to announce our Donor Dash Virtual Race. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt. All you have to do is register above and we will mail you your gear after the event! Please note your shirt and medal will be mailed after the completion of the event on October 17, 2026. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.

Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected]

All Participants Receive:

Custom Event Finisher's Medal

Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt.

Male and Female Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups in the 10K and 5K. Our age groups are the following:

• 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 -79, 80 & over

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Event managed by StartLine Racing. Club SLR discounts do not apply.

Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those that do not attend.

Race Day Information

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 8:00am at Kiwanis Park (race location).

We accept cash, and credit cards on race day. Cost of registration on race day:

• 10K - $55

• 5K - $45

• 1K - $35

We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.

No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.

Leashed pet friendly

Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds due to weather.

Course Maps

10K Course Map

5K Course Map

1K Course Map

Packet Pick-up Opportunities

Packet Pick-up is available on Friday, October 16th from 3-6pm at Sole Sports Tempe (map)

• Sole Sports is located at 1006 E Warner Road, Tempe, Arizona 85284

Saturday, October 17th at Kiwanis Park (race location) beginning at 7am.

Event schedule

Fri, October 16, 2026 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Sole Sports Tempe from 3-6pm

Sat, October 17, 2026 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens

Sat, October 17, 2026 8:00 AM - 10K Run/Walk Begins

Sat, October 17, 2026 8:10 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins

Sat, October 17, 2026 8:15 AM - Race day packet pickup and registration closes

Sat, October 17, 2026 8:20 AM - 1K Run/Walk Begins

Sat, October 17, 2026 9:00 AM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx)