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Freedom Plaza (14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW)
Directions Course Map
7:00 am Pre-Race Activities
8:45 am 5K Run/Walk
10:15 am Kids Dash
Superheroes. Dr. Bear medals. Every kid is a winner in the 100-yard Kids Dash!
Kids aged 3 - 10 can sign up to dash and participate in the 5k for no extra charge.
Just one city block long, the Kids Dash route is right on Pennsylvania Avenue, starting at 12th Street, NW, and finishing at 13th Street, NW.
Begins promptly at 10:15 am, following the conclusion of the 5K run/walk. Kids will run in waves, based on their age group.
Children ages of 3 to 10 are eligible to participate in the Kids Dash.
For safety reasons, PARENTS WILL NOT be allowed to "dash" with their child (unless under special circumstances).
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Your participation in the Race for Every Child directly supports care and research at Children’s National, your local pediatric hospital. Providing life-saving care to more than 230,000 kids annually, Children’s National is ranked among the top 5 children’s hospitals in the nation and #1 for babies. At Children’s National, our doctors, nurses, researchers, and staff understand what it takes to treat the whole child, no matter what the injury or illness. From broken bones and asthma attacks to pediatric cancer and rare genetic diseases, we are dedicated to ensuring every child can live healthier and grow up stronger.
The Race for Every Child is a Saturday like no other that brings together patients, families, hospital staff, and members of the community to celebrate and support this commitment to pediatric care. Participants and the friends, family members, and co-workers who support their race efforts raise much needed funds that ensure we can continue to pursue tomorrow's cures while providing children with the medical care they need today.
Participant fundraising and race donations support the Fund for Every Child, which funds every area of Children’s National, giving us flexibility to meet our greatest needs and ensuring that every child, from every background and walk of life, can receive exceptional care, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
The Race for Every Child has a real impact on children in our community. Meet some of the kids and families whose lives have been changed by their time at Children’s National, and hear firsthand what the Race for Every Child means to them.
"If you want to make someone's day, or change someone's life or fight for a cause, the Race for Every Child is the way to do it. If you want to inspire someone, this is your ticket in. This is how you change lives.”
- Caleb Davy, Children's National patient and Race for Every Child participant
"We didn't know we needed Children's National, but in that moment when Grace was crashing, they were there for us. Now we choose to give back through the Race for Every Child because it's an event where the whole community can come together to support Children's National.”
- Brigg Bunker, grateful parent, Race for Every Child co-chair, 2017 and 2018
"The best part of the Race for Every Child is seeing our families come together to interact and support each other in pursuit of a common goal that's larger than any one of their children.”
- Dr. Brian Rood, Director of Clinical Neuro-Oncology and leader of the Brain Tumor Trouncers race team
The resilient children we treat and their families inspire us each and every day with their stories - we know they’ll inspire you, too!
Meet kids benefiting from your support!
From treating broken arms and asthma attacks to fighting cancer and rare genetic diseases, Children’s National is there for the kids in our community. Hear firsthand from some of the families we care for.
Race for Every Child from Children's Hospital Foundation on Vimeo.
What is Children's National able to accomplish thanks to the commitment of Race for Every Child participants and the generosity of their supporters?
Learn more about how your support helps us care for kids.
All race participants are invited to use our free shuttles that will be running between Children’s National’s main campus at 111 Michigan Ave. NW and Freedom Plaza. Paid parking is available at our Sheikh Zayed campus.
We encourage event participants to use the metro to travel to and from Freedom Plaza. Please note that the metro will not open until 7:00 AM, so we encourage you to pick up your race packet in advance in order to avoid long lines and eliminate the possibility of missing the race start.
The closest metro stops to the Race Start Area (13th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW) are:
Check train times and information about shuttle service, parking, alternate routes, and track work at www.MetroForward.com or call 202-637-7000.
There is no exact address for Freedom Plaza. When using GPS, please use the intersection of 13th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.
Children’s National & Colonial Parking® have partnered to offer discounted parking to the Race for Every Child runners and attendees, via online reservations. A link will be available closer to race day to reserve your guaranteed parking space.
If you are driving, please leave extra time to park and walk to the site. For more information about the parking and location, please click here.
We are excited to offer a bicycle valet service this year for those participants arriving by bike. Please look for Two Wheel Valet on 13th Street, NW off of Pennsylvania Avenue and E Street.
There is not a required fundraising minimum. All participants are encouraged to set a minimum fundraising goal of $250! Team captains are encouraged to set a goal of $250 per team member.
No. Your registration fee helps cover the cost of planning and managing the race. It is not tax-deductible, does not count toward your fundraising total, and is not reflected on your fundraising page.
Yes. Cash and checks will be counted toward your fundraising total and can be mailed to:
Include an offline donation form with your check(s) payable to “Children’s Hospital Foundation.” Be sure to include your name and team name so you and your team get credit. It may take up to seven business days for your donation to process and appear on your fundraising page.
Each company has a different payout schedule. Some prefer to payout matches monthly while others send disbursements biannually. Please see the company policy for specific disbursement schedules. If the company claims that the match has been sent, please email us at info@raceforeverychild.org to ensure it is properly allocated to your fundraising page.
Yes. In most cases, you can designate a fund when submitting the matching gift request. If the check doesn’t list a fund, the matching gift will be restricted to mirror the designation, appeal, etc. of the initial gift. If we are unable to determine the original gift due to lack of donor detail in the report, or if the donor wants to remain anonymous, we will then use the listed designation on the check (if applicable) and the matching gift appeal that corresponds to the current fiscal year. We only deviate from the original gift designation when explicitly stated by the matching gift company.
A few weeks after the Race for Every Child, eligible participants will receive a redemption certificate email. The email will include instructions on how to redeem a recognition item on the Race for Every Child Recognition Website.
Please contact the race team directly at info@raceforeverychild.org. Once the correct fundraising total is confirmed, we will reissue your redemption certificate.
One certificate will be sent via email, addressed to a specific participant. The remaining participants will receive their certificates in the mail.
Participants can redeem 1 item from their earned fundraising level, or 1 item from a lower fundraising level. Recognition items are not cumulative.
Top finisher awards (open division) will be presented to the top three male and female finishers on-stage. Age group division awards must be picked up at the Results Tent.
Prizes will be given out as outlined below:
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14 & under 15-19 |
20-24 |
25-29 |
30-34 |
35-39 |
40-44 |
45-49 |
50-54 |
55-59 |
60-64 |
65-69 |
70+ |
You can donate in support of a team or individual participating in the Race for Every Child by visiting our donation page and searching for their individual or team name.
You can also register and participate virtually. Select the “virtual” participant option, personalize your fundraising page and make an impact! Send us an email at info@raceforeverychild.org to receive a t-shirt post-race.
No. Our permit requires that all 5K and Kids Dash participants register in advance. The last day to register is Sunday, Oct. 14 at 11:59 pm.
No. All registrations are non-refundable. To protect your identity and accurately reflect results, we do not allow participants to transfer bib numbers.
You can get your packet at the check-in tent on race day, but we encourage you to pick it up in advance at one of our packet pickup locations.
You can get your shirt at the T-shirts tent on race day, but we encourage you to pick it up in advance at one of our packet pickup locations.
If you are driving, please leave yourself extra time to park. Plan to arrive at 7:00 am if you need to pick up your packet on race day. See full schedule.
Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. For safety reasons, we encourage those walking or pushing wheelchairs or strollers to line up at the back where you will enjoy the companionship of other walkers and strollers. Your Chronotrack B-Tag transponder will record your time from the moment you cross the starting line to the time you cross the finish line. If you’re running with a racing stroller, please seek out the less crowded parts of the roadway. Volunteers with pace markers will be at the starting line to help you "self seed."
Participating as a team is the best way to experience the Race for Every Child, fundraise, and make an impact. Choose a creative team name and plan fun ways to engage your team members.
Teams range from two people to as many as you’d like. There is no limit the number of members on a team.
Reach out to family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Whoever you want to invite is welcome to join your team!
Contact the race team at (301) 565-8571 or email us at info@raceforeverychild.org for more information.
Sponsoring the Race for Every Child is an exciting way for your company or organization to support Children’s National and help kids grow up stronger.
As a sponsor of the Race for Every Child, you will make a direct impact on the health and well-being of children in our community, in addition to elevating your company’s visibility throughout the D.C. metro area and providing high-level engagement opportunities for your employees and families.
View and download our sponsorship information below or contact our office for customized packaging - info@raceforeverychild.org
*print deadlines apply
**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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**final approval by Children’s National staff is required
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| Aetna | Buch Construction |
| Calvert | Cardno |
| ECS Mid-Atlantic | HFF |
| HGA | The Korth Companies, Inc. |
| Miller & Long DC | Pioneer Building Services |
| Scott and Patrice Brickman Family Foundation | SteelFab, Inc |
| Telos Corporation | United Health Care |
| VIKA Companies, LLC | |
| Super Hero Meet & Greet Sponsor | |
| Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, LLP | Columbia Wireless |
| Gensler | JP Morgan Chase & Co. |
| LT Transportation | Network Designs, Inc. |
| Shalom Baranes Associates | SkyHop |
| Sunovian | Thyssenkrupp Elevator |
| Whiting Turner | Willis Towers Watson |
To recognize your leadership and generosity in supporting children, we offer several exclusive Race for Every Child items. If you qualify for an item, you will receive an email to redeem your selection, which will be mailed directly to the address provided in your registration.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Race for Every Child! We rely on hundreds of volunteers every year to ensure our event runs smoothly and our participants have the best experience possible.
To go to Race for Every Child 2018 volunteer registration page, please click here. Also, if you are interested in learning more about volunteering, please contact info@raceforeverychild.org or call (301) 565-8571.
