Run for the Rare High School

  • Date Sun 8th June 2025
  • Time 10:00AM PDT
  • Location Salem, Oregon
  • Price $22.20
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of camaraderie and purpose at the Run for the Rare High School event on Sunday, June 8, 2025, in beautiful Salem, Marion. This uplifting 10k and 5k run/walk is dedicated to raising awareness for International Batten Disease Awareness Day, highlighting the importance of supporting those affected by rare diseases. Did you know that 1 in 10 people is impacted by a rare disease, with many being children? Join us as we come together to make a difference and change the lives of the 350 million people globally diagnosed with a rare disease.

The race will kick off at 10 AM outside the Pavilion in the North Meadow, and all participants are encouraged to finish by 1 PM. High school students can join in on the fun for just $20, making it an affordable way to engage in friendly competition with classmates while supporting a vital cause. Don’t forget to share your experiences on social media using #RUNFORTHERARE! Lace up your running shoes and be a part of this meaningful event that champions hope and awareness for rare diseases.

Organiser's Description

Haley's Heroes Foundation presents RUN FOR THE RARE, a 10k and 5k run/walk to support International Batten Disease Awareness Day. Did you know that Rare is everywhere? Join us as we run on Sunday, June 8, 2025. 1 in 10 people have a rare disease and 50% of those are children. There are more than 7000 known rare diseases and an estimated 350 million people globally diagnosed with a rare disease. YET, 95% of all rare diseases don't have a FDA approved treatment or cure. Let's run (or walk) to change the course of the lives for all those with rare disease. Post pictures at #RUNFORTHERARE!

The race will start and finish outside of the Pavilion in the North Meadow. Starting time is 10am and all participants should be finished by 1pm.

Cost is $20 for high school students! Come and join your classmates for a friendly competition!

Races

  • Run for the Rare High School 10k - $20

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th June 2025 (10:00AM PDT)

    $22.20

  • Run for the Rare High School 5k - $20

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th June 2025 (10:00AM PDT)

    $22.20

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200 Water Street NE, Salem, 97301, OR, United States

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