1616 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington DE
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Event Overview
Oakley Overcomes, Inc. presents: Mimosas for Marrow 5K
Join us for the 4th annual Mimosas for Marrow 5K run/walk—a joyful, heartfelt event that brings our community together to support families affected by blood cancers and disorders, and to honor the incredible strength of those searching for a lifesaving bone marrow donor.
Inspired by Oakley’s Journey
- Origin: This event was created by local moms, Sam and Brittany, after Sam’s daughter, Oakley, received a lifesaving bone marrow transplant in 2022.
- Mission: Her courage continues to fuel our mission to support NMDP and families right here in our community walking similar roads.
Why It Matters
- Diagnosis Rate: Every 3–4 minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer or disorder.
- Hope: For many, a matching donor is their only hope.
- Difference: Your presence, your steps, and your support truly make a difference.
Your Impact So Far
- Participation: 2,000+ participants
- Support: Strong support from businesses
- Volunteers: Countless volunteers
- Funds Raised: Over $76,000 raised
- Registry Expansion: 56 new potential bone marrow donors added, including two who have already saved lives
Event Highlights
- Team Recognition: Largest team gets their team's name displayed along the race route
- Fundraising Prize: Individual who raises the most funds wins two tickets to the Flyers game
- Mimosas: Free mimosa (21+)
- Activities: Live entertainment, delicious food, face painting, characters, photobooth, raffles, bounce house
Follow Us
- Instagram: @OakleyOvercomesInc
- Facebook: Mimosas for Marrow 5K and Oakley Overcomes, Inc.
Sponsorship and Inquiries
To inquire about sponsorships, volunteering, or donating a raffle item, please email us at OakleyOvercomes@gmail.com
Get Involved
Thank you for your support. We can’t wait to see you there! 🥂:
Event Details
Date: April 18, 2026
Location: 1616 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE
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