MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS RUN/WALK

  • Date Sat 18th July 2026
  • Time 8:30AM CDT
  • Location Roseau, Minnesota
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us in making a difference at the Make a Difference for ALS Run/Walk on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, in beautiful Roseau, Minnesota! This inspiring event will take place at Roseau City Park and features a variety of race distances to cater to participants of all ages and abilities. Start your day with a Kids Dash at 8:30 AM, followed by a 5K Walk/Run (3.1 miles) at 8:30 AM, and a 1-Mile fun walk/run at 8:40 AM.

This run/walk is not just about fitness; it’s a heartfelt tribute to those affected by Lou Gehrig's disease, with a special "Memory Garden" honoring loved ones. Participants can enjoy post-race refreshments, and winners will receive medals in each age division, along with plaques for the overall top male and female finishers. Don't forget, there are fantastic prizes for top fundraisers, including a Samsung 65" TV and a Weber Grill! Register by July 1st to take advantage of lower entry fees, and help support ALS patients and research across Minnesota and surrounding states. Let’s come together to run, walk, and make a difference!

Organiser's Description

MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS* IN NORTHERN MINNESOTA! (*LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE)

Come join us and make a difference for this fun run/walk on July 18th, 2026. Roseau City Park

Join us for the meal after the Walk/Run.

THIS EVENT IS BEING HELD IN HONOR OF:

JOSHUA PROULX

PLEASE UNDERSTAND THERE IS A VERY LIMITIED SUPPLY OF T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER THE DAY OF THE EVENT.

THERE WILL BE A "MEMORY GARDEN" TO HONOR AND REMEMBER YOUR LOVED ONE. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE YOUR LOVED ONE'S NAME IN THE MEMORY GARDEN PLEASE USE THE "DONATE" TAB AT THE TOP WHILE REGISTERING. THERE IS A DROPDOWN MENU TO SELECT "ON BEHALF OF" OR "IN HONOR OF" THAT YOU CAN CHOOSE FROM WHEN MAKING A DONATION.

(YOU DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT TO MAKE A DONATION)

RACE DETAILS:

* PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 1st, 2026

* RACE PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION:

* Roseau City Park

* Friday July 17th, 2026 7:00-8:00pm
* Saturday July 18th, 2026 7:15-8:00am

* STARTING TIME:

* 8:30am Kids Dash followed by 5K Walk/Run (3.1 miles)
* 8:40am 1 Mile fun walk/run

* AGE DIVISIONS:

* 6-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-109

* ENTRY FEES:

* $30 if postmarked by July 1st, 2026
* $40 if postmarked after July 1st, 2026
* $85 Family Rate (Includes children 18 and under) by July 1st, 2026
* $95 Family Rate (Includes children 18 and under) after July 1st, 2026

NO REFUNDS

Please make checks payable to: ALS FUNDRAISER

SEND CHECKS TO:

* Marlys Gustafson
* 903 4th St NE
* Roseau, MN 56751

FEE INCLUDES: Post-race refreshments, plaque for overall 1st place male and female, medals in each age division, except fun run and kids dash. Many door prizes as well! Fundraiser tie will be determined by the flip of a coin.

PROCEEDS GO TO SUPPORT PATIENTS IN MINNESOTA, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, AND FOR RESEARCH

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Jane Evans: 218-469-3053 or evansjanec@gmail.com

TOP FUNDRAISER PRIZES

* SAMSUNG 65" TV
* WEBER GRILL
* BOSE SPEAKERS
* YETI SOFTSIDE COOLER
* ANNIE'S GIFT CARD
* HUGO'S GIFT CARD
* AND OTHERS!

CORPORATE SPONSORS

Please thank and support the businesses that support us!

* PLATINUM LEVEL ($1000+)

* Border State Bank
* Citizens State Bank
* Pearson Insurance & Financial Services
* Vance Thompson Vision - Fargo
* The Bead Gypsy

* GOLD LEVEL ($500-999)

* WILD 102 Radio
* LifeCare Medical Center
* Super One Foods, Roseau
* Hugo's Family Market Place - TRF
* Mattson's Pharmacy
* H&S Construction of TRF

* TrueStone Wealth Management

* A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

* SILVER LEVEL ($300-$499)

* Stoskopf Ready-Mix of Roseau
* Northern Resources
* Border Broadcasting (KQ92/KRWB)
* Fraternal Order of Eagles - TRF
* Grindeland Flooring & Masonry
* Holiday Station, Roseau
* Roseau Electric Cooperative

Races

  • 5k Registration

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM CDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS 30 APR
  • 1 Mile Walk/Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (8:45AM CDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS 30 APR

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Location

ROSEAU CITY PARK, 900 11th Ave SE, Roseau, 56751, MN, United States

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