Splash 5K

🏃‍♂️ Splash 5K Overview

• Date: 2025-09-06
• Location: 1445 Darden Towe Park, Charlottesville, VA
• Event Type: Family-friendly run/walk fundraiser
• Beneficiary: Ishan Gala Foundation

🥇 Event Details

• Purpose: Provides financial and emotional support to families with a child fighting cancer
• Awards: After the Race, awards will be given to top finishers
• Extras: Participants can enjoy snacks and learn about IGF and our fighting families
• Course: Flat, paved, and scenic route perfect for all abilities and ages

👶 Kids Dash

• First Edition: This year, we will have our First ever Kids Dash before the 5K!

💖 About IGF

• Foundation History: Founded by Mayank and Sejal Gala after the loss of their son, Ishan, to neuroblastoma in 2008
• Focus: Started by providing research grants and shifted to support families financially and emotionally across the U.S.
• Mission: To improve the quality of life for children fighting cancer through various supportive programs
• Holiday Cheer Program: Helps families during holidays with wishlists, wrapping supplies, and groceries

🌐 Learn More

• Website: For more information, please visit www.ishangala.org
• Registration: Sign up for the race at Splash 5K Registration