1in5K Dyslexia Dash

👟 Join Us for the 4th Annual 1in5K Dyslexia Dash!

One in five struggle with literacy! Join us on September 27th at Freestone Park in Gilbert for a family-friendly fun run dedicated to raising awareness, building community, and championing literacy for all!

🌟 Event Highlights

• Inclusive and Fun: This 5K welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Bring your strollers and furry friends for a morning of connection and solidarity.
• Building Community: More than just a run, it's a chance for dyslexic learners, advocates, and families to connect, share experiences, and spread much-needed dyslexia awareness.
• Empowering Educators: Your participation helps provide valuable dyslexia and literacy training opportunities for teachers, ensuring every student has the chance to thrive.

🎓 Special Opportunity

Nominate a Teacher: Form a team of 30 and nominate a teacher for a $300 dyslexia training reimbursement scholarship. This scholarship helps equip educators with the skills to identify and support struggling readers and improve literacy outcomes. Your nomination has the power to profoundly impact students of all reading abilities in classrooms for years to come!

📝 Don't Miss Out—Register Today!

Help us reach our goal of 500 runners. Every step supports literacy for Arizona students!

📩 Questions?

Contact us at info@arizonaida.org.

📚 About Us

IDA Arizona is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and promoting reading proficiency while raising awareness about dyslexia across Arizona. Proceeds from the Dash support our mission and provide reimbursement scholarships for teacher-training programs that support evidence-based reading instruction.

Learn more at az.dyslexiaida.org.

💖 Unable to Join?

You can still make a difference! Consider a charitable donation—each $300 supports one reimbursement scholarship for literacy training. Donate Now

IDA Arizona, EIN 86-0853711. Donations are tax-deductible.

📍 Event Details and Schedule

📅 Event Schedule

• Sat, September 27, 2025 6:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Opens
• Sat, September 27, 2025 7:30 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
• Sat, September 27, 2025 7:40 AM - Kids Dash Begins
• Sat, September 27, 2025 8:30 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)

📜 Race Day Information

• Registration: Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 6:30am at Freestone Park.
• Payment: We accept cash or credit card on race day. Checks are no longer accepted. Cost of registration on race day will be $40 for the 5K and $20 for the Kids Dash.
• Accessibility: We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons. No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
• Weather Policy: This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds due to weather.

📦 Packet Pick-up Opportunity

• Saturday, September 27th starting at 6:30am at Freestone Park

🗺️ Course Maps

• 5K Course Map
• 100 Yard Kids Dash Course Map

🏆 All Participants Receive:

• Custom Event Finisher's Medal for all participants
• Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants
• Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the 5K only.
• Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Managed by StartLine Racing. Club SLR discounts do not apply.