7th Annual Nashville, TN Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

The 7th Annual Nashville, TN Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025 in celebration of World Ostomy Day.

• Purpose: All proceeds benefit the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc (UOAA) charity, a 501(c)(3) organization.
• Tax Deductible: All donations are tax deductible.
• More Information: Visit UOAA
• Location: Shelby Bottoms, Nashville, TN.

📅 Race Day Schedule

• 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM: Volunteer Check-in & Vendor/Sponsor Set-up
• 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM: Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-up
• 11:00 AM: Run/Walk Start
• 12:00 Noon: Awards Ceremony or until the final finisher crosses the finish line

💰 Registration Information

DON'T DELAY, REGISTER TODAY AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY BIRD PRICING NOW THROUGH JULY 25th!

• Registration Fee: $35.00 for adults, $20.00 for Children's Fun Run or children under the age of 12.
• Includes: A unisex adult or youth size T-Shirt, Bib and participant "Swag Bags".
• Early Bird Pricing: Save $5.00 if registered by July 25th!

🏞️ Race Course

This 5k Timed Run and 1 mile Children’s Fun Run will be held at Shelby Bottoms located at Shelby Avenue & S. 20th Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee.

• Location: Over 336 acres of urban park land along the Cumberland River.
• Features: Includes playgrounds, a dog park, baseball fields, two golf courses, and a community center.
• Timing: Professional race timing services by Bald Eagle Multi Sport events.
• Awards: Awards and medals will be distributed post-race.

🚗 Parking Information

• Availability: Ample free parking available for up to 1,000 cars.
• Admission: Free admission to Shelby Park and Shelby Park Community Center.

🎒 Packet Pickup

• Location: Pre-race Packet Pick-up location to be determined.
• Sign-up: Available at Packet Pick-up and the morning of the Run 1/2 hour before the start.

🏆 Prizes

• Top Finishers: Prizes awarded to the top Male and top Female Overall Finishers.
• Age Groups: Awards for top M/F in each age group.
• Ostomates: Special awards for top Male and Female Ostomates.

🎈 Optional Ostomy Pouch

Race registration bags will include ostomy education materials and an ostomy pouch from sponsors. Non-ostomate participants are encouraged to wear a pouch during the race to promote awareness and empathy.

👥 Create or Join a Race Group/Team

After registering, you can create or join a Race Group/Team, which fosters community involvement and friendly competition.

💵 Fundraising Opportunities

Funds raised support UOAA's resources and advocacy for the ostomy community. Set up your fundraiser when registering or through the DONATE button on the website.

🎁 Fundraising Incentives

Participants raising $150 or more will receive a refund of their Registration Fee. Additionally, various fundraising levels will provide rewards.

📣 Sponsorship Information

If you are interested in sponsoring the Race, please contact Deborah Nelson at deborah3nelson@gmail.com or Jen Small at jen.small@ostomy.org.

❤️ Donations

Your generous donations help UOAA in raising awareness and promoting the quality of life for people living with ostomies. Click on the "DONATE" button to contribute.

👥 Run Referral Program

Invite 5 others to register and participate in the Run with you, and you will receive a $20 refund on your registration! Share your unique referral link.

For more details, visit the official race page: Nashville, TN Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K.