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When
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Where
2275 Pulaski Highway, Newark DE
Distance
5K
About this race
Liver Run 5K
Date: August 22, 2026
Location: 2275 Pulaski Highway, Newark, DE
For more information, visit the race page: Liver Run 5K Registration.
Event Purpose
- Awareness: The Liver Run 5K is a run/walk that helps raise awareness for liver disease and organ donation.
- Jon's Story: In 2008, at just 9 years old, Jon was diagnosed with Primary Sclerosis Cholangitis (PSC).
- Sports as Strength: Growing up with PSC meant knowing a liver transplant was inevitable. Jon found solace and strength in sports.
- Running Passion: In high school, Jon discovered his passion for running, which intensified in college at Goldey-Beacom College.
Liver Transplant Journey
- Critical Condition: As he anticipated the 2020 season, Jon's PSC was rapidly advancing, and his MELD score reached the critical point for transplant.
- Living Donor: In 2020, Jon needed a life-saving liver transplant. His older brother David volunteered to be a living donor.
- Full Recovery: After the transplant, both Jon and David made a full and healthy recovery.
- Return to Running: Jon was even able to return to running because of David's selfless act.
Event Impact
- Spreading the Word: Join us to help spread the word of organ donation.
- Hope for Patients: Give hope for those who await their life-saving transplant.
- Beneficiary: All proceeds from this event will benefit the Chris Klug Foundation.
- Education Focus: The foundation educates on the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation.
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