Running for Rojas
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Wingdale, New York
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Running for Rojas" event on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in the picturesque town of Wingdale, Dutchess. This uplifting community gathering features both a 5k and a 10k run, jog, or walk, all in support of the remarkable Brian Rojas, a dedicated 14-year-old honors student and athlete from Dover High School.
Brian has shown incredible resilience in his battle against adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and now faces a new challenge with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). This event not only honors his spirit but also aims to raise funds to assist his family as they navigate the journey of treatment in New York City. Come together to celebrate community, strength, and the power of hope while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and friendship. Whether you’re an avid runner or prefer a leisurely stroll, your participation will make a meaningful difference!
Brian has shown incredible resilience in his battle against adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and now faces a new challenge with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). This event not only honors his spirit but also aims to raise funds to assist his family as they navigate the journey of treatment in New York City. Come together to celebrate community, strength, and the power of hope while enjoying a fantastic day of fitness and friendship. Whether you’re an avid runner or prefer a leisurely stroll, your participation will make a meaningful difference!
Organiser's Description
Brian Rojas (14) is a hard-working honors student at Dover High School in Dover Plains, NY. He is a busy athlete, spending his time playing basketball, soccer, and baseball, and running track & field and cross country. He loves quality time with his friends whether that is playing many sports, video-gaming, or having sleepovers.
At age 4, Brian was diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) -- a rare genetic debilitating brain disease. Thankfully, he was diagnosed early and became part of a gene therapy trial that resulted in him living a wonderfully full, healthy life for the last 10 years. Unfortunately, he was just diagnosed with Myelodsysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and now needs a stem cell transplant.
The Dover Community would like to host this 5k & 10k run, jog, or walk in honor of Brian's continuous strength and to help raise funds for the family who will be traveling back and forth to NYC frequently.
At age 4, Brian was diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) -- a rare genetic debilitating brain disease. Thankfully, he was diagnosed early and became part of a gene therapy trial that resulted in him living a wonderfully full, healthy life for the last 10 years. Unfortunately, he was just diagnosed with Myelodsysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and now needs a stem cell transplant.
The Dover Community would like to host this 5k & 10k run, jog, or walk in honor of Brian's continuous strength and to help raise funds for the family who will be traveling back and forth to NYC frequently.
Races
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Running for Rojas 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDThis run/walk will be the opening ceremony to our Concert in the Park fundraiser. Your race bib will be your ticket to enter into the Concert in the Park.
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