1in5K Dyslexia Dash

🚀 Welcome to 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.

💡 IDA Arizona

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

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

📍 Event Location

Date: September 27, 2025
Location: 1045 E Juniper Avenue, Gilbert, AZ

📝 Event Details and Schedule

Mail-in and Virtual Registration

• Registration by Mail: To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form. Please make check payable to StartLine Racing.
• Virtual Race: Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? A virtual race allows you to run from any location at your own pace.
• Restrictions: Virtual registrations are restricted to US addresses only.

All Participants Receive:

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

Course Maps

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

Race Day Information

• Registration: Race Day Registration begins at 6:30am at Freestone Park.
• Payments: We accept cash or credit card: checks are no longer accepted.
• Cost: Day of registration will be $40 for the 5K and $20 for the Kids Dash.
• Additional Notes: No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed. Leashed pets are welcome.

Packet Pick-up Opportunity

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

Event Schedule

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

🔗 Registration Link

Register for the race at 1in5K Dyslexia Dash Registration.