Thank you for your interest in registering for Derek's Dash. Online registration is now closed, but don't worry, race day is available starting at 7:30 a.m.
City and state
Greenwood Village
, CO
Event address:
Cherry Creek Dam Road, Greenwood Village, CO view map
Description:
Join us for one of the very few events that have run across Cherry Creek Dam Road. The 2012 Derek's Dash!
Ethan Widoff, who just finished 9th grade at Cherry Creek High School, three years ago decided to hold a 5k fundraiser in the hopes of finding some help for his cousin who suffers from very severe epilepsy. He felt helpless watching him suffer from days where he has thousands of seizures a day, and his aunt and uncle taking turns sleeping with him because of the fear of him having a fatal seizure while he sleeps. His cousin is a year and a half older than Ethan, but Derek needs assistance to do even the most basic of things like walking or eating. Ethan decided to organize some of his friends to be co-chairs, and with his family’s help, they organized the first ever Derek's Dash. That first year was such a huge success that they decided to continue holding this event until they graduate from high school or until a cure is found for Dravet Syndrome. So far they have raised over $100,00 that has gone to researching a cure for Dravet syndrome. Joining Ethan and his younger sister Molly on the Derek's Dash planning committee this year are Ashtyn Reaugh, Connor Sendel, Dylan Bernstein, Emma Maloney, Abigail Hingst, Darby Soloman, Walker Crowley and A.J. Yang. We are working to fight childhood epilepsy one step and one syndrome at a time!
Course description:
This is a fun out and back course that goes out over the Cherry Creek Dam Road. Amazing views!
Start Line is at the west end of the Dam Raod near Cherry Creek High School's East Building
Parking:
Parking is available at the lot by Cherry Creek High School's East building
Awards info:
5K Awards
Top overall Male & Female
1st place Male and Females in the following age groups: 12 & Under, 13 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 & Over
Teams - A special prize will be awarded to the team with the most participants.
Fundraising Awards - Both the team and individual who raise the most donations will receive a prize.
Additional Info:
Why:
We host this race each year in honor of Derek Rudawsky. Derek attends Cherry Creek High School, but battles Dravet Syndrome every day. Derek is 17 years old, and has had epilepsy since he was 6 months old. His parents have tried numerous treatments, but unfortunately his seizures remain largely uncontrolled. Although Derek faces challenges every day, he is inspiring because of his positive attitude. Sadly there are many other children like Derek who face similar battles, but with our event we hope to be able to help.
Who benefits:
The money raised from this race goes to Dravet.org (formerly the International Dravet Syndrome Epilepsy Action League), a volunteer-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to provide resources and support for affected individuals and families (like my cousin’s) and to find a cure for Dravet Syndrome. Over the last three years we have raised over $100,000 for research studies aimed at finding a cure for this devastating form of childhood epilepsy. Everyone was surprised that a group of kids could organize such a successful event. While we are proud of our accomplishments, we vow to keep working until a cure is found.
The Planners:
Thanks to the tireless efforts of the event's co-chairs -- all of them 14- and 15-year-old students -- local support for the event is widespread. Derek's Dash has something for everyone.
Fun and food for all
In addition to the walk/run and silent auction, there is a bouncy house for young children, and free snacks. The event is staffed by over 50 high-school volunteers
Register at your Local Specialty Running Store:
In-Store Registration will be available Aug 10th - 24th (till noon) at the following locations:
Runners Roost - Lonetree
Boulder Running Company - Arapahoe Rd
Do More:
Here are some ways to increase your support:
Sign up as many friends & family as you can
Take the challenge and set up a fundraising page (click on the donate/fundraisge button above), great prizes can be won. You can raise funds as a team or individually.
Donate and make a difference!
Invite your friends via email or post to your facebook account (easy to use buttons for invite and FaceBook at end of registration).
Family Festival:
Join us after the race for a family festival wiith fun for everyone. We will have facepainting, games, a dj, and a great sponsor expo.
Packet pickup:
Online Registrants will receive their bibs, timing tags and great t-shirt on event day at the pre-registration tables. Pre-Registraton pickup will begin at 7:30 a.m. Late registrants are not guranteed a shirt.
Registration info:
5K Fees
Adults - $30
12 & Under - $20
Family Four Pack - $80
- online special only!
Dash at Home - can't make it out to the event, but still want to support and get our great event t-shirt? Sign up for our Dash at Home and support our mission. T-shirts will be mailed to you.
Dash at Home - $25
Please Add $5 for Individual Race Day Registration
Options:
Adults
$30.00
12 & Under
$20.00
Family Four Pack
$80.00
Dash at Home
$25.00
Thank you for your interest in registering for Derek's Dash. Online registration is now closed, but don't worry, race day is available starting at 7:30 a.m.
