Detroit MOTTEP Foundation 28th Annual LIFE Walk & Run
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Detroit, Michigan
- Price $43.90 - $49.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the 28th Annual LIFE Walk & Run on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the stunning Belle Isle State Park in Detroit, Wayne. This signature event, organized by the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation in collaboration with Gift of Life Michigan, has become a beacon of hope and community spirit since its inception in 1997. With race distances catering to all participants, the LIFE Walk & Run not only celebrates the power of organ and tissue donation but also actively supports education and awareness within multicultural communities.
Over the years, this remarkable event has drawn more than 1.3 million participants from around the globe, making it Michigan's largest and longest-running event of its kind. More than just a walk or run, it’s a vibrant celebration of life, healing, and compassion that connects donors, recipients, families, and volunteers. By participating, you are joining a movement that impacts lives and fosters a healthier, more informed community. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special—together, let’s make a difference that spans generations! Remember, all vehicles must display a valid Recreation Passport to access the park.
Over the years, this remarkable event has drawn more than 1.3 million participants from around the globe, making it Michigan's largest and longest-running event of its kind. More than just a walk or run, it’s a vibrant celebration of life, healing, and compassion that connects donors, recipients, families, and volunteers. By participating, you are joining a movement that impacts lives and fosters a healthier, more informed community. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special—together, let’s make a difference that spans generations! Remember, all vehicles must display a valid Recreation Passport to access the park.
Organiser's Description
LIFE Walk/Run is the signature event of The Detroit MOTTEP Foundation. In partnership with Gift of Life Michigan, our sponsors, and countless passionate supporters of nearly three decades, this event has brought together the organ and tissue transplantation communities to save lives. Since its humble beginning in 1997 to promote National Minority Donor Awareness Day, this annual event has been held at the beautiful Belle Isle State Park in Detroit. To date, with over 1.3 million participants, domestic and international, and thousands of lives being directly impacted, this annual gathering has become Michigans largest and longest-running event of its kind and is more than a walk or runits a celebration of hope, healing, and life.
LIFE Walk/Run isnt just our largest annual fundraiser; its a lifeline that supports our mission to expand our reach into multicultural communities, increasing awareness and fostering compassion. By uniting supporters, donors, donor families, recipients and volunteers, this event continues to fuel our vision of a healthier, more connected, and informed community. Together, we Meet The Moments and making an impact that spans generations.
*PLEASE NOTE* All vehicles must display a valid Recreation Passport. For more information on how to purchase one, please click the link to the RECREATION PASSPORT INFORMATION [https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp] from the State of Michigan.
LIFE Walk/Run isnt just our largest annual fundraiser; its a lifeline that supports our mission to expand our reach into multicultural communities, increasing awareness and fostering compassion. By uniting supporters, donors, donor families, recipients and volunteers, this event continues to fuel our vision of a healthier, more connected, and informed community. Together, we Meet The Moments and making an impact that spans generations.
*PLEASE NOTE* All vehicles must display a valid Recreation Passport. For more information on how to purchase one, please click the link to the RECREATION PASSPORT INFORMATION [https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp] from the State of Michigan.
Detroit MOTTEP Foundation 28th Annual LIFE Walk & Run
