2025 Race for Independence

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From The League for the Blind & Disabled

  • Date Sat 26th July 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
  • Price $18.95 - $46.00
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the exciting inaugural 2025 Race for Independence, hosted by The League for the Blind & Disabled on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in the vibrant city of Fort Wayne, Allen. This uplifting event features a variety of race distances including a 5K run/walk, a 7.5K run/walk, and a 2.5K walk, offering something for everyone!

As we celebrate the League's 75th Anniversary alongside the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we invite you to be a part of this meaningful occasion that aims to raise awareness and support for the over 90,000 individuals with disabilities in Fort Wayne and the surrounding areas. The League's mission is to empower people with disabilities to achieve their full potential, and with your participation, we can make a significant impact together. Don’t miss this opportunity to sign up as an individual fundraiser or create a team to amplify your efforts! Remember, this is a pet-friendly event, so bring your leashed furry friends along for the fun! For more information on sponsorships or inquiries, please contact Beth Squires, Director of Philanthropy, at [email protected] or call 260.

Organiser's Description

This is the inaugural 5K and 7.5K run/walk event and 2.5K walk. The League's mission is to provide and promote opportunities to allow people with disabilities to achieve their full potential. We strive to help people with disabilities remain independent or create their own independence.

The League was established in 1950. This year marks our 75th Anniversary and the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

There are over 90,000 people with disabilities in Fort Wayne and another 22,000 in the surrounding counties. As the need for services and programs grows, The League steps up to the challenge. We have over 14 programs and services and serve the 11 counties in Northeast Indiana. We could not do what we do without the support of our community. Thank you for joining us to raise awareness and support for people with disabilities.

Sign up today. Become an individual fundraiser or create a team of fundraisers to make a bigger impact.

Helen Keller once said, "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much."

Sponsorships are available. Please contact Beth Squires, Director of Philanthropy, at BethS@the-leagueorg or 260.231.0249.

_*This is a pet-friendly event. Please make sure your pet is leashed at all times._

Races

  • 7.5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $28.95

    Enjoy a beautiful run through the Purdue Fort Wayne Campus extended over to the Hefner Soccer Fields.
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $28.95

    Enjoy a beautiful run through the Purdue Fort Wayne Campus.
  • 2.5K Walk (Individual)

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $18.95

    Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Purdue Fort Wayne Campus.
  • 2.5K Walk (Family)

    Incl. $6.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $46.00

  • 2.5K Walk (Wheelchair Use)

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $28.95

  • 2.5K Walk (Ambulatory Walk)

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $28.95

  • 2.5K Walk (Low Vision Walk)

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $28.95

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Location

Purdue University Fort Wayne Campus, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne, 46805, IN, United States

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