CKF's 5K for Life

From The Chris Klug Foundation
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 10:30AM CDT
- Location Chesterton, Indiana
- Price $16.90 - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day at CKF's 5K for Life, happening on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the beautiful Coffee Creek Preserve in Chesterton, Indiana. Organized by The Chris Klug Foundation, this exciting event aims to raise awareness about the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation. With over 103,000 individuals in the U.S. awaiting life-saving transplants, your participation can help spread the message and inspire others to make a difference.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this 5K is designed for all ages and abilities. Join us for a fun-filled day that includes local vendors, live music, and a fantastic community spirit. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, and registration is just $20 for adults and $15 for kids under 12. Registration opens at 9 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:30 AM. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause—sign up today and help us show the world what a transplant makes possible!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this 5K is designed for all ages and abilities. Join us for a fun-filled day that includes local vendors, live music, and a fantastic community spirit. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, and registration is just $20 for adults and $15 for kids under 12. Registration opens at 9 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:30 AM. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a great cause—sign up today and help us show the world what a transplant makes possible!
Organiser's Description
Join us on September 20th at Coffee Creek Preserve in Chesterton, IN for the first ever CKF's 5k for Life. We will be bringing the community together to share the message of organ, eye, and tissue donation and show the world what a transplant makes possible.
Currently in the United States over 103,000 individuals are awaiting a life saving transplant and only 48% of Americans sign up to help them while 96% say they agree with organ donation. CKF's mission is to educate and inspire individuals to make a difference and register as organ, eye, and tissue donors. We welcome everyone to take part in our 5k whether you have a connection to donation and transplant or you just want to get out and be active this event is for all ages and abilities. You can walk or run the race whichever you are comfortable with. We will have local vendors, all racers will receive a t-shirt, there will be music and more so make sure you sign up today! Registration is $20 for adults and $15 for kids (Under 12).
Registration will open at 9am and the race will begin at 10:30am!
You can register as an individual or as a team and if you cannot make in person but would like to support please donate to a racer or generally to CKF through the donate button!
Currently in the United States over 103,000 individuals are awaiting a life saving transplant and only 48% of Americans sign up to help them while 96% say they agree with organ donation. CKF's mission is to educate and inspire individuals to make a difference and register as organ, eye, and tissue donors. We welcome everyone to take part in our 5k whether you have a connection to donation and transplant or you just want to get out and be active this event is for all ages and abilities. You can walk or run the race whichever you are comfortable with. We will have local vendors, all racers will receive a t-shirt, there will be music and more so make sure you sign up today! Registration is $20 for adults and $15 for kids (Under 12).
Registration will open at 9am and the race will begin at 10:30am!
You can register as an individual or as a team and if you cannot make in person but would like to support please donate to a racer or generally to CKF through the donate button!
Races
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CKF's 5K for Life
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (10:30AM CDT)
$22.20
OPENS 08 JUN -
Kids 5K for Life
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (10:30AM CDT)
$16.90
OPENS 08 JUN
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