The Denise D’Ascenzo Walk to Fight Rare Diseases

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location: Hamden, CT; 275 Mt. Carmel Ave, 06518
Type: WALK

At a glance

Walk with purpose at Quinnipiac University to support the fight against rare diseases, honoring the legacy of Denise D'Ascenzo.

For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join The Denise D’Ascenzo Walk to Fight Rare Diseases at Quinnipiac University's campus for a meaningful 2-mile walk. This event is dedicated to raising awareness and support for numerous charity partners, all committed to the fight against rare diseases. Participants are invited to walk in solidarity with organizations like the Denise D'Ascenzo Foundation and National Fragile X Foundation CT Chapter. A virtual option is available for those unable to join in person, allowing you to contribute from anywhere and receive your event shirt and bib by mail.

What to expect

A 2-mile walk on Quinnipiac University's campus.
Walk in support of over ten charity partners dedicated to rare disease research and advocacy.
Participate virtually if you can't join in person, with your shirt and bib mailed to you.

Standout details

Support the fight against rare diseases
Benefit over ten charity partners
Virtual participation available
2-mile walk on campus

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Distances & registration

12 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 24, 2025, 5:30 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT
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Opens Sep 28, 2025, 6:07 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 24, 2025, 7:19 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 24, 2025, 7:45 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 28, 2025, 6:10 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 28, 2025, 11:09 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 28, 2025, 5:47 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 28, 2025, 5:47 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 28, 2025, 5:47 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Sep 28, 2025, 7:39 AM EDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Jan 30, 2026, 8:26 AM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM EDT · From $32.06
Opens Feb 18, 2026, 5:47 AM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT

Vibe Check

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The course

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From the organizer

Join us Saturday, April 25th, at Quinnipiac University's campus as we walk together in the fight against rare diseases.

We invite participants to walk in support of one of our charity partners:

Denise D'Ascenzo Foundation, National Fragile X Foundation CT Chapter, Galactosemia Foundation, Hope in Focus, Moyamoya Foundation, Peace Love & ACCESSibility, Project Purple, PWS Families United, We Bear This Together, CdLS Foundation, and The Children's Tumor Foundation.

The 2-mile-walk kicks off at 10am. Can't join us in person? Register for the virtual walk and we will mail your shirt & bib out to you!

Contact jody@jbsports.com with any questions!

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