Detroit MOTTEP Foundation 29th Annual LIFE Walk & Run
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Detroit, Michigan
- Price $33.50 - $38.83
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the 29th Annual LIFE Walk & Run on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the scenic Rouge Park in Detroit, MI! This vibrant event, hosted by the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation in partnership with Gift of Life Michigan, celebrates the gift of life and the importance of organ and tissue donation. Over nearly three decades, this annual gathering has united thousands of participants—over 1.3 million to date—creating a powerful community dedicated to raising awareness about organ donation while honoring donor families and recipients.
As Michigan's largest and longest-running event of its kind, the LIFE Walk & Run is more than just a walk or run; it's a heartwarming celebration of hope, healing, and life. This year, come together with supporters, donors, and volunteers to make a meaningful impact on multicultural communities and help foster compassion and understanding. With various race distances available, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this inspiring event that has touched countless lives. Together, we can meet the moments that matter!
As Michigan's largest and longest-running event of its kind, the LIFE Walk & Run is more than just a walk or run; it's a heartwarming celebration of hope, healing, and life. This year, come together with supporters, donors, and volunteers to make a meaningful impact on multicultural communities and help foster compassion and understanding. With various race distances available, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this inspiring event that has touched countless lives. Together, we can meet the moments that matter!
Organiser's Description
_EVENT LOCATION CHANGE_
THIS YEAR, THE LIFE WALK AND RUN WILL BE HELD AT ROUGE PARK IN DETROIT, MI
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 make an impact that spans generations.
THIS YEAR, THE LIFE WALK AND RUN WILL BE HELD AT ROUGE PARK IN DETROIT, MI
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 make an impact that spans generations.
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Rouge Park / Jefferson Field, Detroit, 48228, MI, United States
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