Tough Genes DNA Dash 2025

🏃‍♂️ Tough Genes DNA Dash 2025

Join us on Saturday, September 13th 2025 for the 1st annual DNA Dash 5k run and fun walk presented by Tough Genes.

💡 About Tough Genes

• Founded by: Parents of a child with IRF2BPL-Related Disorder.
• Mission: Dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and medical understanding of the IRF2BPL gene.
• Goals: Transform lives, drive breakthroughs in science, increase awareness, and secure resources for treatment.
• Learn more: CLICK HERE

🏅 Race Formats

We have THREE different race formats:

• In-person, timed race.
• In-person, fun run/walk.
• Virtual run/walk. Participate from anywhere!

🎽 5K YOUR WAY!

📅 In Person Race Details

• 9:00 AM: Packet Pickup Opens.
• 9:50 AM: Welcome message.
• 10:00 AM: Timed 5k race begins.
• 10:05 AM: Fun run/walk 5k begins.

Awards Ceremony: 11:30 AM

Raffles Close and Drawings Begin: 12:00 PM

📍 Location

Whiteford Stoneco Park - 7100 Whiteford Rd, Ottawa Lake, MI 49267

💵 Pricing

• Registration: $35 for those over age 10.
• Race Day: $40 (race shirt not guaranteed).
• Preregistration: Secure your t-shirt and the lowest pricing!

🏆 Awards

• Overall Winners: Prizes for the 5k timed race (subject to increase).
• Runner Up: Male and Female prizes for the 5k timed race.
• Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & up.
• Awards Ceremony: Held at 11:30 AM.

*Virtual participants are not eligible for awards.

📊 Results

• Live Results: Available during the event.
• Posted On: Run Signup page.
• Timing: Race is professionally timed by Second Sole Toledo Race Services.

🤝 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Show your support through a corporate, individual, family or local sponsorship! We have many different opportunities, at three levels.

Reach out: If you don't see a level that fits your interest, please contact info@:toughgenes.org.