5Kater
Neenah, WI
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Where
1175 Appleblossom Dr., Neenah WI
Distances
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About this race
Event Details
- Date: September 26, 2026
- Location: 1175 Appleblossom Dr., Neenah, WI
- Race URL: 5Kater Race
- T-shirt Info: Venmo Jon-Ropella $10 for each shirt.
About LCHADD
- Condition: LCHADD is a type of FAOD affecting energy conversion.
- Diagnosis: Typically affects 1 in 250,000 births.
- Complications: Includes neuropathy, hospitalizations, and sudden death.
- History: Improved survival rates through newborn screenings and treatment options.
Research and Collaboration
- Collaboration: Partnering with Sawyer's family for TFP research.
- Doctor: Dr. Jerry Vockley is leading the research on metabolic disorders.
- Challenges: Lost funding during COVID has delayed progress.
- Nonprofit: BLESSINGS OVERFLOW is dedicated to funding critical research.
Event Impact
- Previous Fundraising: Over $10,000 raised in past two years.
- Total Impact: Contributed to over $500,000 raised by Sawyer’s Race for Research.
- Research Advancements: Funding has accelerated breakthroughs in therapy.
- Honoring Support: A raffle will take place, with proceeds going to research.
Donation Options
- In-Person Donations: Can be made on the day of the event.
- Online Donations: Visit Sawyer’s Race for Research website.
Additional Activities
- 5K and More: 1k and kid's fun run included.
- Silent Auction: Participate during the event.
- Face Painting: Available for kids.
- Food and Drinks: Complimentary food and drinks plus options for purchase.
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