September is designated National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month by the United States Congress. This virtual run is a great way for two organizations in Michigan to bring more awareness to local, regional and national awareness of hydrocephalus. It's also an awesome opportunity to help us raise more funds to support the many initiatives we organize throughout the year to support those living with hydrocephalus.
By now, we've all seen our fair share of virtual races – everything from a COVID-19 Survival Run that comes with a bottle of sanitizer to a "wizarding" race where you get a wand for signing up. Well, we've taken a different approach and hopefully you find it enjoyable. By signing up for the Brainy Day Virtual Run / Walk, not only will you get an awesome finisher medal and cool running buff / DIY mask, but 50% of your registration fee will be donated to The Brainy Day Fund and the Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation. We're also adding an award group for the participants who can raise the most through donations for The Brainy Day Fund and Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation. AND as a BONUS, you'll get a 15% coupon on a pair of Asics running shoes. Read the Full Announcement. | ![]() |
We're Challenging You – Let's Make This A Big Event For Everyone
Let's say you decide to run or walk 5 miles for our Hydrocephalus awareness event, and as part of your registration, you decide to support the Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation. Take that same 5 miles, get 10 friends to donate $5 per mile you complete and now you've raised $250 for the Foundation. Now just imagine if 10 other walkers had a similar plan ... that's $2,500 raised in just 5 miles of walking.
Top Fundraiser Award
We want this virtual event to be a success. Each organization plays a unique role in helping those living with hydrocephalus. The Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation mainly supports research while The Brainy Day Fund has taken an active role in directly helping families through a Local Support Group and Family Grants.
If you choose to raise money for one of the different organizations, you are automatically entered into a special Top Fundraising Award Category. The top fundraiser for each organization will win a special care package with awesome running and walking gear from The Brainy Day Fund.
Runner Packet & Swag
By registering, you'll get a Custom Finisher's Medal & Running Buff. If you register before July 15, you'll get your Running Buff, Digital Bib and Finisher Medal before September 1. For those who register after July 15, you'll get your gear bag, we're going to get things out as soon as possible.
Registration fees
Hydrocephalus Awareness Virtual 8K Run Closed
**This is a Ranked Race based on the pre-determined 8km distance and your finishing time. If you want to participate in Award Group Placements, You MUST UPLOAD YOUR RACE RESULT between September 1 - 12. Top Male & Female Finishers Top Fundraisers for each organization will be awarded a Special Gift Package. Your Registration Fee includes Custom Finisher Medal, Running Buff, Digital Race Bib, 15% Off Coupon on Asics Running Shoe, and Free Shipping on your gear. By committing to this journey, with every step you take, you're helping two organizations support those in Michigan living with hydrocephalus. 50% of your Registration Fee is a donation split between the Brainy Day Fund & Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation. Your Registration Fee includes Custom Finisher Medal, Running Buff, Digital Race Bib, 15% Off Coupon on Asics Running Shoe, and Free Shipping on your gear.
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$45.00
Your registration fee includes a donation to The Brainy Day Fund & Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation, Finisher Medal, and Custom Running Buff – perfect for your social distancing excursions.
Hydrocephalus Awareness "Any Distance, Any Activity" Race Closed
**This is NOT a Ranked Event; no Age Group Awards will be provided. Your time & distances can be uploaded any time between September 1 - 30. Top Fundraisers for each organization will be awarded a Special Gift Package. Your Registration Fee includes Custom Finisher Medal, Running Buff, Digital Race Bib, 15% Off Coupon on Asics Running Shoe, and Free Shipping on your gear. Take your outdoor activity to a new level that helps our two great organizations. Choose a distance that you feel comfortable participating and off you go. Take your activity to a new level and fundraise for one of our two participating organizations: The Brainy Day Fund or The Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation. Fifty Percent ($20) of your Registration Fee is a donation split between the Brainy Day Fund & Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation.
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$45.00
Your registration fee includes a donation to The Brainy Day Fund & Michigan Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation, Finisher Medal, and Custom Running Buff – perfect for your social distancing excursions.
Top fundraisers
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Donna West$81.58 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Kevin Curley
- info@brainydayfund.org