North Dakota Santa Run

Event Overview

• Date: December 13, 2025
• Location: 411 West Main St., Mandan, ND
• Event URL: North Dakota Santa Run
• Race Type: 5K Fun Run

History

• Origins: Originally founded as the Bismarck Santa Run.
• Founder: Judge David Reich, motivated by compassion for those battling addiction.
• Community Focus: Runners Against Destructive Decisions (RADD) was established to support individuals in recovery.
• First Meeting: RADD began on a cold, sleety April morning in 2014.

Purpose and Impact

• Holiday Message: A 5K event to bring the message of recovery into the holiday season.
• Community Engagement: Participants wear Santa suits, promoting joy and awareness.
• Event Growth: In 2024, the Reich family entrusted the event to the Mandan Progress Organization.
• Mission: Raising awareness for addiction recovery and supporting relevant organizations.

Beneficiary

• Support Program: Proceeds benefit Hope Manor, a recovery-based housing initiative.
• Goal: Dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction.
• Core Value: Focus on rebuilding lives with dignity and hope.
• Long-term Commitment: Ensuring lasting support for recovery in the community.

Final Thoughts

• Celebration: The North Dakota Santa Run embodies resilience, recovery, and community strength.
• Call to Action: Together, we run for hope, recovery, and North Dakota.
• Looking Ahead: We’ll see you at the starting line.