College of Saint Mary campus/Anywhere You Want!, Omaha NE
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
In 2018, our friend and former Ironman Nate Wigdahl, had recently become an amputee due to a devastating injury. He desperately wanted to start running again and we knew that we could count on Omaha's running community to help him achieve his dream. He knew that insurance wouldn't cover the cost of a running blade and he knew he had his work cut out for him. So Nate and a few friends decided to host a 5K fundraiser, and called it The Blade 5K. The quickly put-together event was a huge success and with the funds raised we were able to purchase a blade for Nate. Nate had an even deeper desire to help other amputees to overcome obstacles to living their best healthy lifestyle.
Our focus is twofold: helping individuals with limb difference who need specialized devices to get back to their active lifestyle, as well as growing the amputee community in the Midwest. The Blade 5K run/1 mile walk will be held in-person at College of Saint Mary's campus Saturday, July 11, 2026, and is also open to the world via our virtual option.
We look forward to seeing you there, whether here in Omaha or whatever city you may be joining us from!
As always, we are so grateful for your support.
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