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MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS RUN/WALK

Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location
Roseau, MN
ROSEAU CITY PARK, 900 11th Ave SE, 56751
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Run or walk to make a tangible difference for ALS patients and research in the Upper Midwest, honoring loved ones along the way.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • For a Cause
  • Family Friendly

Join the Make A Difference For ALS Run/Walk in Roseau, MN, to support those affected by ALS in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota, and contribute to vital research. This event offers a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile fun walk/run, and a Kids Dash, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities. Honor loved ones in the Memory Garden and connect with the community over a post-race meal. Your participation directly helps make a difference in the fight against Lou Gehrig's Disease.

What to expect

  • * Participate in a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile fun walk/run, or a Kids Dash.
  • * Enjoy post-race refreshments and a community meal with fellow participants.
  • * Honor loved ones in the Memory Garden and vie for age division medals or top fundraiser prizes.

Standout details

  • Dedicated Memory Garden
  • Post-race community meal
  • Top fundraiser prizes
  • Awards for 5K age divisions

Perks & features

  • Food & Drink

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Distances & registration

2 options

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  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 18, 8:45 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Apr 30, 2026, 7:33 AM CDT · Closes Jul 16, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 18, 8:30 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Apr 30, 2026, 8:29 AM CDT · Closes Jul 16, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

The course

  • Flat
  • Family-oriented
From the organizer

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

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