This year’s 5K recipient, Brandon “Chomp” Barela, is a fun-loving and incredibly strong 9-year-old who needs our help. Brandon was born with a heart condition and had his first heart surgery before he was even 4 months old. From day one, his parents stepped into parenthood facing challenges most families never have to imagine — navigating so many unknowns with incredible strength, faith, and love. Although we knew the day would come that this valve would need to be replaced, it was originally scheduled for May 2026. Brandon got COVID in February 2026, which completely damaged his heart valve and changed everything. He spent a full month at Primary Children’s Hospital in active heart failure, as his family stood by his side through every high and low, waiting and praying for his heart to grow stronger. Last month, Brandon underwent a major surgery to replace the valve in his heart. While the surgery was successful, the journey is far from over. Brandon now faces weekly blood draws to cl
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Riverdale, UT.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
