Dana Chang Foundation 5K

Join us Saturday, September 26, 2026 for our 15th Annual Voices Against Violence 5k walk/run! Packet pick-up and day-of registration starts at 7 am. We will kick off the event together at 7:30 AM with words from local leaders devoted to ending sexual and domestic violence. The race starts at 8 am sharp, followed by medals and raffle drawing at 9:00. The race will have chip timing and results will be available after the race on racewire.com.

Our largest fundraiser of the year, the Voices Against Violence 5k raises the necessary funds to support survivors in the MetroWest community with free, confidential services. Please consider sharing your personal fundraising page or your team's fundraising page with your family, friends and colleagues. With your help, we can provide survivors and their loved ones with the support and services they need.

Sponsoring the Voices Against Violence 5K Run/Walk is a GREAT way to support a critically important cause in your community, while raising awareness of your organization. Contact [email protected] for more information about sponsorship opportunities or to contribute a raffle prize.

Medals will be awarded for the top overall male, female and nonbinary/all gender/agender finisher as well as the top finishers in the age groups.

Online registration will close at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 24th - but race day registration will be available!

We love volunteers! To volunteer at VAV 5k (or with Voices on an ongoing basis), please contact us at [email protected].

Parking: There's plenty of free parking behind 7 Bishop Street. Watch for the SMOC signs and turn southeast at the intersection of Bishop St & Clark St.

2025 RESULTS CAN BE FOUND HERE: https://my.racewire.com/results/37138

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Save the date for the 16th Annual CRC 5K Run/1 Mile Walk. We hope you will join us on Sunday, September 27th, 2026 beginning at 10:00 am at the Charles River Center, 59 East Militia Heights Drive, Needham, MA.

Following last year's successful introduction of age-group competition, we're excited to once again offer age categories in this year's 5K Run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or participating in your first race, you'll have the opportunity to compete alongside others in your age group. This format promotes friendly competition, encourages participation across generations, and allows us to recognize top finishers in each category. Lace up your shoes and get ready to run for age-group bragging rights!

We also invite you to join us for our after-party, which will take place at 59 East Militia Heights Drive, after the race has concluded.

All proceeds of the Charles River Center 5K Run/1Mile Walk will benefit over 1000 children and adults with disabilities served by the Charles River Center. All abilities welcome. To learn more about the Charles River Center please visit: www.charlesrivercenter.org