8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter MI
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
1st Annual Ostomy 5k
Come celebrate the 1st Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k on Saturday, October 3rd in celebration of Ostomy Awareness Day!
Event Location
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Time: To Be Announced - Stay Tuned!
- Address: 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter, MI
- Website: Ostomy 5k Race Page
Event Highlights
- Family Friendly: This event will include lots of fun and laughter, local vendors, food, music, and celebration.
- Beneficiary: All proceeds benefit the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc (UOAA) charity, a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible.
- Race Group/Team: Once registered, you can create or join a race group/team, inviting family and friends to join you.
- Fundraising Incentives: Raise $150 or more to have your registration fee refunded.
Fundraising Program
Fundraising is an important aspect of our Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K. Funds raised help UOAA continue to provide resources, educational materials, advocacy and support to the ostomy and continent diversion community.
- Personal Fundraising: You can set up your own Personal or Team Fundraiser when registering.
- Unique Fundraiser: Create a unique Fundraiser Name and URL address to direct your friends and family to your page.
- Incentives for Fundraising: Awards are available for different fundraising levels.
- Champion Level: Fundraisers who reach $450 or more will also receive recognition at the Empower level.
Sponsorship and Donations
- Sponsorship Contact: Contact Local Race Director, Denise Miller at 5kMI@gmail.com or National Race Director, Jen Small at jen.small@ostomy.org.
- Donations: Your generous donation helps raise awareness of ostomy surgery and promotes quality of life.
- 501(c)(3) Organization: UOAA supports and advocates for the estimated 725,000 to 1 million people living with an ostomy.
- Donation Button: To make a donation or start a fundraising team, click on the "DONATE" button on the event page.
Referral Program
Invite 5 other people to register and participate in the run with you to receive a $20 refund on your registration! Share your unique referral link found on your registration confirmation page.
Event Insurance
New! Event Registration Protection is now available. For just a few dollars at checkout, you can add coverage to your registration for a refund if you cannot attend due to a qualifying reason. Terms apply.
