2026 Jog Your Memory 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Walk for Alzheimer's

Jog Your Memory 5K, Inc. was founded in 2014 by Jess Rice and her husband Bob.  Since then, the Jog Your Memory Board has grown to eight, dedicated members, who are all-in to help fight Alzheimer's.  The non-profit hosts a 5K race and walk every year out of Needham in an effort to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer's research and caregiver reprieve. To date, they have raised over $2.35 million; for the past twelve years, 80% has gone to research, and 20% has been set aside for a Caregiver Grant - a reserve used for those caring for loved ones who might need a little extra incentive to get the help they need.

The 2026 5K run and 1.5-Mile walk for Alzheimer's will offer flexible options. Our 13th Annual race will be held in-person in Needham on Sunday, October 18th and a virtual option will be available for those who are unable to make our in-person event.

Find more information on our story here.

Interested in sponsoring our race?

Please submit your sponsorship donation for one of the following amounts, by clicking the yellow "Donate" button at the top of the screen or mailing a check to the following address:

Jog Your Memory 5K, 56 Nichols Road, Needham, MA 02492

Once your donation has been processed, a member of our board will email you for your corporate logo and send you a coupon code that can be used to redeem your free registrants.

For more information email jogyourmemory5k@gmail.com

Diamond Sponsor - $25,000+

• Company name in large lettering on top back of t-shirt
• Recognition on advertising material such as flyers, posters, and websites
• Table set-up at event
• Unlimited free registrants

Platinum Sponsor - $10,000

• Company name in large lettering on top back of t-shirt under diamond sponsors
• Recognition on advertising material such as flyers, posters, and websites
• Table set-up at event
• 15 free registrants

Gold Sponsor - $5,000

• Company name in on back of t-shirt under platinum sponsors
• Recognition on advertising material such as flyers, posters, and websites
• Table set-up at event
• 10 free registrants

Silver Sponsor - $2,500

• Company name in on back of t-shirt under gold sponsors
• Recognition on our website
• Table set-up at event
• 7 free registrants

Bronze Sponsor - $1,000 or 50 Registrations

• Company name in on back of t-shirt under silver sponors
• Recognition on our website
• Table set-up at event
• 5 free registrants

Purple Sponsor - $500

• Company name in on back of t-shirt under bronze sponsors
• Recognition on our website
• 3 free registrants

1. Register for the Race here. by Friday, October 16th at 5:00 PM. Make sure to select the “In Person” event of your choice. Consider recruiting your friends and family to start a team!
2. During registration there will be opportunities to start or join a Team, make a donation, and purchase a T-Shirt.
3. Pick-up your pre-assigned bib number on Saturday, October 17th at Mitchell Elementary School between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
4. Show up on Sunday, October 18th at Mitchell Elementary School located at 187 Brookline St, Needham, MA 02492 for race day!
   • 8:00 AM – Bib pick-up opens
   • 8:50 AM – Opening Ceremonies begin
   • 9:00 AM – Race/walk start
5. Take pictures and tag us on Instagram or Facebook @JogYourMemory5K that we can share on our website. Don't forget to use our hashtag #JogYourMemory5K
6. Join us for the Closing Ceremonies immediately following the race for the awards ceremony, hear about race results and monies raised.

1. Register for the Race here. Consider recruiting your friends and family to start a team!
2. During registration there will be opportunities to start or join a Team, make a donation and purchase a T-Shirt. 
3. Grab your family and friends and run, walk, or jog the 5K or 1.5 M walk anytime from 5:00 PM on Friday, October 16th to 11:59pm on Sunday, October 18th and anywhere. Don't forget to make sure all safety precautions are taken!
4. To verify your distance, please consider using one of the following apps while you run; Strava, runcoach, RaceJoy, MapMyRun or similar. Additional methods of tracking your distance are a smart watch (ie: Garmin, Apple Watch) or measuring a course with a car or bike.
5. Take pictures and tag us on Instagram or Facebook @JogYourMemory5K that we can share on our website. Don't forget to use our hashtag #JogYourMemory5K
6. Submit your virtual results here.
7. Here is an instructional video on how a virtual race works.

Medals will be awarded to participants for finishers in the IN-PERSON 5K ONLY with the top times in the following categories.

• Top Female Overall
• Top Male Overall
• Top Female and Male by Age Group
  • Ages 5-7
  • Ages 8-10
  • Ages 11-14
  • Ages15-19
  • Ages 20-29
  • Ages 30-39
  • Ages 40-49
  • Ages 50-59
  • Ages 60-69
  • Ages 70-79
  • Ages 80+

Top finishers will be announced at our closing ceremony.

Find information on our refund policy here.