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.
| 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 info@transplantaz.org 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. |
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.
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.
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 info@startlineracing.com
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:
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 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:
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. |
Packet Pick-up is available on Friday, October 16th from 3-6pm at Sole Sports Tempe (map)
Saturday, October 17th at Kiwanis Park (race location) beginning at 7am.
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
15:00
$45.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 1K
Type — Running
15:00
$25.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 1K
Type — Running
15:00
$1.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
15:00
$35.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 1K
Type — Running
15:00
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Tempe.
Learn more about the host city, Tempe.
Tempe is a city of 180,587 (2020) in the Greater Phoenix area of Arizona, best known as the home of Arizona State University (ASU). Its younger, student-heavy population allows it to offer a vibrant nightlife that is relatively rare in Arizona.
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