Make a Difference for ALS Run/Walk takes place at Roseau City Park in Roseau, Minnesota. This event features a 1-mile running option and supports ALS awareness and research. The race starts at 8:30 AM on July 18, 2026, making it an early morning commitment for participants. Entry fees range from $30 to $40. The 1-mile distance makes this event accessible for runners of various fitness levels, from competitive athletes to those newer to running. If you're traveling to Roseau for the race, you'll want accommodation within easy reach of the city park for a convenient morning start.
From the Race 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: Debbie Jean Larsen 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" Smart TV Stand Up Paddle Board Yeti Road Cooler Traveling Slow Cooker Seven Clans Gift Certificate and Water Passes Bose Speaker Hugo's Gift Card And Others! CORPORATE SPONSORS Please thank and support the businesses that support us! PLATINUM LEVEL ($1000+) Citizens State Bank Pearson Insurance & Financial Services Vance Thompson Vision - Fargo The Bead Gypsy Maday Family Fund GOLD LEVEL ($500-999) Border Bank, Greenbush, Warroad, Roseau LifeCare Medical Center Super One Foods, Roseau Hugo's, Warroad Mattson's Pharmacy WILD 102 Radio R&J Broadcasting KQ92/KRWB H&S Construction of TRF Roseau American Legion Post 24 Hallie's Family Dentistry TrueStone Wealth Management Powered by Ameriprise Financial Services SILVER LEVEL ($300-$499) Stoskopf Ready-Mix of Roseau Northern Resources Cooperative Fraternal Order of Eagles - TRF Grindeland Flooring & Masonry Holiday Station, Roseau Roseau Electric Cooperative Circle K - Roseau Prior Electric
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS RUN/WALK 2026 — Roseau, MN?
MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS RUN/WALK 2026 — Roseau, MN takes place on July 18, 2026. The race is held in Roseau, Minnesota.
Where is MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS RUN/WALK 2026 — Roseau, MN held?
MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR ALS RUN/WALK 2026 — Roseau, MN is held at ROSEAU CITY PARK in Roseau, Minnesota.
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