9th Annual Hope for Lillian Grace Reindeer Run
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Saint Johns, Florida
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and impactful day at the 9th Annual Hope for Lillian Grace Reindeer Run, taking place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in St. Johns! This exciting event features a festive 5K and a fun-filled 1 Mile Fun Run, inviting participants of all ages to join in the spirit of giving while promoting health and wellness.
The Reindeer Run supports the Ball family in their journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD), a condition that has significantly impacted their lives. By participating, you'll help offset the family's medical expenses and show your support for Lillian Grace and her little sister Quinn, both of whom have faced incredible challenges. Every step you take helps raise funds for essential needs such as medications, hospital trips, and more. So lace up your running shoes and bring your family and friends to this meaningful event! Your participation makes a difference!
The Reindeer Run supports the Ball family in their journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD), a condition that has significantly impacted their lives. By participating, you'll help offset the family's medical expenses and show your support for Lillian Grace and her little sister Quinn, both of whom have faced incredible challenges. Every step you take helps raise funds for essential needs such as medications, hospital trips, and more. So lace up your running shoes and bring your family and friends to this meaningful event! Your participation makes a difference!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 9th Annual Hope for Lillian Grace Reindeer Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run!
This event goes to support Hope for Lillian Grace! Hope for Lillian Grace is a 501(c)(3) set up to benefit Lillian & Quinn Ball and their family as they continue their lifelong journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD).
Calling the past few years easy would be an understatement for the Ball family. Lillian Grace (9) received her much anticipated kidney transplant along with right kidney nephrectomy on May 11, 2021.
Just shy of 4 weeks later, on June 7, 2021, Quinn Renee, the family's second ARPKD warrior, was born. Although Quinn did not have an extensive NICU stay like big sister, her ARPKD complications were in full force from day one. Those complications would ultimately land Quinn in Wolfson Children's Hospital on August 10, 2021. The primary side effect of ARPKD is hypertension; Quinn was diagnosed shortly after admission for hypertensive cardiomyopathy. She subsequently spent 51 days in Wolfson Children's Hospital CVICU where she worked her heart back to full strength. Year to date, Quinn has had two 911 calls, one transport to Wolfson, two extensive ICU stays, and regular weekly therapies to make up her development.
Also during that time, Lillian endured countless transplant clinics in Gainesville and one hospital admission herself. The family has again endured a trying season of ARPKD and relies heavily on this annual event to help them offset costs from both the medical expenses as well as the peripheral expenses. Below are some highlighted costs that you help cover by participating!
One month of oral medications for Quinn: $233.75
Syringes for both girls every 60 days: $71.92
Every Gainesville trip: $20-$30 gas
Hospital/Appointment Meal for Jamie, Joe and Lillian: $30-$50
Ambulance Fees: $150
Lillian's Lab draws: $150
These are just a few costs that the family endures, even with medical insurance. So, you see, every bit helps!
Whether you do the 1 mile fun run or walk/run the 5k, the family is beyond grateful for your ongoing love and support!
Please come out and join us in supporting Hope for Lillian Grace!
Thank you, and God bless.
This event goes to support Hope for Lillian Grace! Hope for Lillian Grace is a 501(c)(3) set up to benefit Lillian & Quinn Ball and their family as they continue their lifelong journey with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD).
Calling the past few years easy would be an understatement for the Ball family. Lillian Grace (9) received her much anticipated kidney transplant along with right kidney nephrectomy on May 11, 2021.
Just shy of 4 weeks later, on June 7, 2021, Quinn Renee, the family's second ARPKD warrior, was born. Although Quinn did not have an extensive NICU stay like big sister, her ARPKD complications were in full force from day one. Those complications would ultimately land Quinn in Wolfson Children's Hospital on August 10, 2021. The primary side effect of ARPKD is hypertension; Quinn was diagnosed shortly after admission for hypertensive cardiomyopathy. She subsequently spent 51 days in Wolfson Children's Hospital CVICU where she worked her heart back to full strength. Year to date, Quinn has had two 911 calls, one transport to Wolfson, two extensive ICU stays, and regular weekly therapies to make up her development.
Also during that time, Lillian endured countless transplant clinics in Gainesville and one hospital admission herself. The family has again endured a trying season of ARPKD and relies heavily on this annual event to help them offset costs from both the medical expenses as well as the peripheral expenses. Below are some highlighted costs that you help cover by participating!
One month of oral medications for Quinn: $233.75
Syringes for both girls every 60 days: $71.92
Every Gainesville trip: $20-$30 gas
Hospital/Appointment Meal for Jamie, Joe and Lillian: $30-$50
Ambulance Fees: $150
Lillian's Lab draws: $150
These are just a few costs that the family endures, even with medical insurance. So, you see, every bit helps!
Whether you do the 1 mile fun run or walk/run the 5k, the family is beyond grateful for your ongoing love and support!
Please come out and join us in supporting Hope for Lillian Grace!
Thank you, and God bless.
Races
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LIVE 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS 01 SEP -
LIVE Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$16.90
OPENS 01 SEP -
VIRTUAL 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
OPENS 01 SEP -
VIRTUAL Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
$16.90
OPENS 01 SEP
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