Nathan's Ninjas Family Fun Run 2026

Nathan's Ninjas Family Fun Run 2026

Event Details

• Date: July 19, 2026
• Location: 1150 S Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI
• Event URL: Join the Fun!

Our Mission

• Gratitude: We are SO excited to once again host our annual Nathan's Ninja's family fun run!
• Support: Thank you SO much for keeping us going strong with now 11 years of hosting this event!
• Community Impact: Because of your participation and generosity through the years, we've been able to create a very comfortable and accommodating home setting for Nathan.
• Recent Achievements: Last year, we purchased a trailer to help a fellow Duchenne family transport necessary equipment.

About Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

• Diagnosis: Duchenne muscular dystrophy is typically diagnosed between the ages of 2 and 6 and primarily affects boys.
• Statistics: 99 percent of the almost 20,000 new cases each year are boys, meaning 1 boy out of every 3,500 will be diagnosed.
• Nature of the Disease: Duchenne is a progressive muscle-wasting disease.
• Contrast: As other boys are getting stronger, Nathan and others like him are getting weaker.

Meet Nathan

• School Year: Nathan is now in 11th grade and excited for his last year of high school this fall!
• Age: He will be 17, which blows our minds!
• Radio Station: He is still involved in the school radio station - 88.1 the Park.
• Upcoming Experience: Nathan has been accepted for Make a Wish - he's chosen a U of M football experience for this fall!

Event Format

• Gathering: For our 11th year, we will again gather at Heritage Park in Canton.
• Virtual Experience: We also offer a virtual experience for those who’d like to take advantage.
• Difference: We are so excited for the opportunity to make a difference in the fight against Duchenne muscular dystrophy!
• Anticipation: Can’t wait to see you there!!!