Dash for Donation
When is Dash for Donation?
Dash for Donation takes place on Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Columbus, OH.
What distances does Dash for Donation offer?
Dash for Donation offers 4 events: 1-Mile Family Fun Walk, 5K, Virtual Event, Kids & Mascot Dash.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Mile Family Fun Walk | 1.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| 5K | 3.1 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual Event | 3.1 mi | $10.00 | Register |
| Kids & Mascot Dash | 100.0 mi | $15.00 | Register |
How much does Dash for Donation cost?
Registration for Dash for Donation starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Dash for Donation held?
Dash for Donation is held in Columbus, OH at 303 W Broad St.
About Dash for Donation
We are excited to announce registration is open for our annual Dash for Donation! For more than 26 years, this event has brought people and communities together to raise awareness and support for organ, eye and tissue donation. This year’s celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever before!
Order of Events:
- 8:00 a.m. Kids & Mascot Dash
- 8:15 a.m. 5K Run/Walk
- 8:30 a.m. 1-Mile Family Fun Walk
- Virtual Race - anytime, anywhere!
Race Day Details
Important information for Dash Day:
Parking is available in the COSI lot or in any of the surrounding designated parking areas (see all locations here). Please plan to arrive early!
Kids & Mascot Dash: To ensure the safety of our mascots and kids, this year, mascots will run first, WITHOUT kids to the finish line. Kids 7 & under will follow and race towards the finish line and mascots.
Bib numbers & chips are for 5K participants only. If you are participating in the 1-Mile Family Fun Walk, please do not wear a bib with a timing chip on it.
If you are a 5K participant, please wear your bib number on the FRONT of your t-shirt.
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up will open at 6:30 a.m. on the plaza.
Race Day Details:
Race date/location: Saturday, July 12 at Genoa Park (303 W. Broad St., in downtown Columbus). It is located just east of COSI on Washington Blvd. near the Scioto River.
The order of events:
- Kids & Mascot Dash at 8:00 a.m.
- 5K run/walk at 8:15 a.m.
- 1-Mile Family Fun Walk at 8:30 a.m.
Race results: These will be posted immediately following the race and can be accessed here.
Race routes and additional info: Check out the FAQ section on the Dash for Donation website.
Photos: Take and post photos of your race day experience to continue your fundraising efforts! Tag us using #Dash2025 or #DashforDonation.
Contributions: We will accept cash, checks and credit cards for contributions on the plaza on race morning. Fundraising goes through August 12.
If weather, safety and security conditions exist before the event, information will be posted on the Dash for Donation website and on the Lifeline of Ohio Facebook and Instagram pages.
Packet Pickup Details
Participants can pick up their race packets before Dash Day at the Lifeline of Ohio office, located at 770 Kinnear Rd., Columbus, OH 43212.
Packet Pick-Up times:
Wednesday, July 8 – Friday, July 10, from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. daily.