Dalton Aruna Run
#RUNforherfreedom
Thank you to all who ran and walked for Nisha's freedom! You exceeded our fundraising goal, raising $6,820 for freedom! We are incredibly grateful for this outpouring of support. Can't wait to see you at next year's race!
We know there are a lot of local 5Ks to choose from that benefit great causes. So why should you register for the 7th Annual Dalton Aruna Run?
- Direct impact. 100% of registration fees and additional donations go towards the Aruna Project's mission of freeing, employing, and empowering survivors of human trafficking. Our fundraising goal this year is $6,000. This money will enable us to bring and sustain freedom to 2 women over the course of a year. Race expenses are covered by the generosity of local business sponsors.
- Run for Her. You run or walk for an enslaved woman by name - a woman we personally know and are actively working to free. Her name will be on your race bib so you will literally run to help bring her freedom. You will then receive e-mail updates on her freedom journey throughout the year.
- Giveaways crafted in freedom. All giveaway items included in the registration fee are hand-made by our Artisans, freed thanks to funds raised in previous Aruna Runs.
- Artisan story playlist. Listen to our new Artisan story run/walk playlist on Spotify and Apple Music to help empower you to run strong for her.
Together, we can give these brave women bright futures full of love, hope, and joy. Join the fight against human trafficking by registering today.
Event Details
Date: 10/9/2021
Location: P. Graham Dunn, 630 Henry Street, Dalton, Ohio 44618
Events: 5K, 5K Weighted Vest Challenge, 1-Mile
Race Experience:
- We are planning for a live, in-person race experience
- Each race is also being offered virtually
- New this year! 5K Weighted Vest Challenge - Men will complete the 5K while wearing a 20 lb. vest and women a 14 lb. vest. Participants must be at least 18 years old and supply their own vests to participate.
- We are closely monitoring the situation with COVID-19. Any changes to the race experience will be announced prior to race day.
Giveaway Items:
- Athletic drawstring backpack (made by Aruna Artisans)
- Universal gator (made by Aruna Artisans)
- Custom race bib with enslaved woman's name-you will run for her freedom!
- Signature race t-shirt - First 250 registrants receive a free shirt
Start Times:
- Packet pick-up and walk-up registration opens at 7:30 a.m.
- 5K race and 5K Weighted Vest Challenge start at 8:30 a.m.
- 1-Mile race starts at 9:00 a.m.
Registration Fee:
- June 2-July 31: $30 early-bird discount
- August 1-October 2: $35
- October 3-9: $40
Registration Deadline: Register online until 10/8 @ 11:59 p.m. In-person registration is also available race morning starting at 7:30 a.m.
Packet Pickup: There are two opportunities to pick up your race packet.
- Advance: Friday, October 8 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at P. Graham Dunn (630 Henry Street)
- At the race: Saturday, October 9 at P. Graham Dunn (630 Henry Street) starting at 7:30 a.m.
Race Director: The Dalton Auna Run is put on by volunteer race host Jen Doerfler and her team. Contact Jen at jendoerfler85@gmail.com or 330-465-7263.
Race Swag
Additional Details
Teams: Teams are welcomed and encouraged. Create or join a team when you register.
Awards:
1-Mile
- Overall Male & Female
- 6 & Under: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
- 7-12: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
5K
- Overall Male & Female
- 10 & Under (1st male/female)
- 11-15 (1st male/female)
- 16-19 (1st male/female)
- 20-24 (1st male/female)
- 25-29 (1st male/female)
- 30-34 (1st male/female)
- 35-39 (1st male/female)
- 40-44 (1st male/female)
- 45-49 (1st male/female)
- 50-54 (1st male/female)
- 55-59 (1st male/female)
- 60-64 (1st male/female)
- 65 and older (1st male/female)
Weighted Vest 5K Challenge
- Overall Male & Female
Sponsors: A big thank you to our sponsors for funding the race, ensuring that 100% of the money raised from entry fees and donations will help the women we serve.
Refund Policy: No refunds.
F.A.Q.
Are walkers welcome?
Of course! Whether walking or running, we are all out there for the same goal -- to raise funds to help bring freedom to the sexually enslaved.
Are dogs welcome?
As much as we love our furry, four-legged friends, they are not allowed to participate in the race. However, they are welcome to cheer on the sidelines.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
You must be at least 18-years of age to participate in the Weighted Vest 5K Challenge. But there are no age restrictions for the 5K and 1-Mile races. Parents are welcome to push kids in strollers too. A child being pushed in a stroller does not need to be registered for the race.
Top donors
No. | Name | Amount |
---|---|---|
1 | Anonymous | $3,174.00 |
2 | Anonymous | $900.00 |
3 | Anonymous | $518.90 |
Top teams
1 |
PF Walkers$10.38 Raised$10,000.00 Goal |
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Top fundraisers
1 | View fundraiser page for Jen |
Jen Doerfler$1,211.34 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
View page for Jen |
2 | View fundraiser page for Ella |
Ella JacksonRaised: $363.25 |
View page for Ella |
3 | View fundraiser page for Lisa |
Lisa KapperRaised: $207.56 |
View page for Lisa |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Sarah Prud’homme
- Website
- Visit website