3rd Annual Latham Centers' Donkey Dash

The 3rd Annual Latham Centers' Donkey Dash takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM EDT starting and finishing at Hog Island Brewery at 28 West Road in Orleans, Massachusetts, USA. This family-friendly 5K race raises funds for Latham Centers' programs that promote confidence, self-worth, and agency for students and adult residents, including educational curriculum, enrichment opportunities, and gold standard care for individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome on Cape Cod.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• Schedule: 9:00 AM – Registration opens; 10:30 AM – Race starts; 11:00 AM – Finish Line Celebration.
• After Party: Not a runner? Join the Donkey Dash After Party includes buffet lunch, donkey photo opportunity, cash bar, raffle, DJ, and dancing.
• Raffles: Two separate raffles available – Win a trip to Punta Cana (all-inclusive stay for two at TAN Resorts Marina Cap Cana, 4 nights in a studio villa) and Win a trip to Puerto Morelos, Mexico (all-inclusive 4-night stay for two at a five-star luxury resort in Riviera Maya). Only 50 tickets sold for each raffle.
• Beneficiary: Funds raised directly impact Latham Centers' students and adult residents through programs promoting confidence, self-worth, and agency. Donations support educational curriculum and enrichment opportunities such as theatrical performances, Spirit Week, trips to the Chatham Shark Center, and more.
• Awareness: The event raises awareness about Prader-Willi syndrome and Latham Centers' role in providing gold standard care and education for residents on Cape Cod.
• Fundraising Progress: Raised $113.20 toward goal (69% raised). Top fundraiser: Derek Montecalvo ($54.10 raised).
• Contact: Jackie O'Connor at (508) 470-5358.
• Course Map: Available on the event page (Donkey Dash Route).

Route and Atmosphere:

• Scenic Setting: Start and finish at Hog Island Brewery in Orleans, Massachusetts – a charming Cape Cod location.
• Family-Friendly Event: A 5K race welcoming participants of all ages and abilities.
• Donkey Theme: The Donkey Dash celebrates Latham Centers' unique connection to donkeys, with a donkey photo opportunity at the after party.
• Post-Race Celebration: Finish Line Celebration at 11:00 AM with DJ, dancing, buffet lunch, and cash bar.
• Community Impact: Every registration and donation supports hands-on educational curriculum, enrichment opportunities, and gold standard care for individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome.
• Spectator Experience: Friends and family can enjoy the after party, raffles, donkey photos, and cheer participants at the start/finish line at Hog Island Brewery.

The 3rd Annual Latham Centers' Donkey Dash in Orleans, Massachusetts – a family-friendly 5K starting and finishing at Hog Island Brewery – supports Latham Centers' educational programs, enrichment opportunities, and gold standard care for individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome on Cape Cod, with an after party featuring music, raffles, and donkey photos.