1st Annual Ostomy 5k, Ann Arbor MI

Race Overview

Come celebrate the 1st Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k on Saturday, October 3rd in celebration of Ostomy Awareness Day!

Event Details

• Location: 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter, MI
• Date: October 3, 2026
• Website: Ostomy 5k Registration
• Proceeds: Benefits the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc (UOAA), a 501(c)(3) organization.

Race Day Schedule

To Be Announced - Stay Tuned!

Team Participation

Once you’ve registered you have the option to CREATE a new RACE GROUP/TEAM or to JOIN one that’s already been established.

• Community Engagement: Invite family, friends, and co-workers to participate.
• Team Options: Order T-Shirts & Bibs for your Team.
• Celebration: Join with your Team on event day!
• Note: This is NOT a Team Fundraiser: refer to the DONATE button for fundraising options.

Fundraising

Raise $150 or more and your Registration Fee will be refunded!

• Importance: Funds help UOAA provide resources, educational materials, advocacy, and support.
• Personal Fundraiser: Set up when registering or through the DONATE button.
• Customization: Create a unique Fundraiser Name and URL to share.
• Goal: Direct friends and family to sponsor you.

Fundraising Incentives

Your commitment to fundraise is valued and we appreciate your support.

• Empower Level: $250+ in fundraising individually or as a Team Captain.
• Award: TBA
• Champion Level: $450+ in fundraising individually or as a Team Captain.
• Award: TDA

Sponsorship Opportunities

If you are interested in supporting the run as a Sponsor, please contact:

• Local Race Director: Denise Miller at 5kMI@gmail.com
• National Race Director: Jen Small at jen.small@ostomy.org

Donations

Your generous donation supports those living with an ostomy or continent diversion in our community.

• Mission: Promote quality of life through information, support, advocacy, and collaboration.
• Organization: UOAA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
• To Donate: Click on the "DONATE" Button at the top of this page.

Run Referral Program

Invite 5 other people to register and participate with you, and you will be refunded $20 on YOUR registration!

• Sharing: Share your unique referral link found in your registration confirmation email.
• Validity: Applicable for all in-person run locations and the virtual event.

Event Insurance

New! Event Registration Protection is now available for participants.

• Coverage: Add coverage for just a few dollars at checkout.
• Refund: Eligibility for a refund if unable to attend due to a qualifying reason.
• Peace of Mind: Register confidently knowing you are protected.
• Terms: Please review the policy for details on qualifying events.