2025 Vegas Cares About Rare Kids 5K/1M Charity Race

👟 Event Overview

We are inviting walkers and runners from Las Vegas and beyond to come together for an inspiring self-timed 5K or 1-mile walk to raise awareness of childhood rare diseases!

The 9th Annual Vegas Cares About Rare event is scheduled on April 6, 2025 raising awareness to the millions of people affected by a rare disease. We will be encouraging race participants to post their photos, experiences, and results on social media to spread awareness and happiness using #VegasRare5K. All participants will receive our custom medal, racing bib and shirt.

💖 Importance of Participation

Now, more than ever, our local kids affected by rare diseases need our help. This event has historically been our largest fundraising event each year. Your participation in this event translates to much-needed funding to help us continue to provide medical and therapy equipment, educational scholarships, and family support.

💵 How to Support

Don't want to register but still want to donate? Every contribution, no matter how large or small, will make a difference.

🌟 Supporting VIP Kids

Show your support for Childhood Rare Disease Awareness and cheer our special VIP children affected by rare diseases at our 9th Annual 5K and 1M run supporting The Little Miss Hannah Foundation (LMHF). The organization's mission is to help enhance the quality of life for young children diagnosed with rare, life-limiting, or undiagnosed complex medical needs, as well as children who have been placed in hospice or palliative care.

📊 Did You Know?

• Rare Diseases: There are over 7,000 rare diseases in the world.
• Affected Population: Rare disease affects 1 in 10 Americans.
• Child Impact: More than 50% of rare diseases affect children.
• Life Expectancy: 30% of children diagnosed with rare and genetic disorders don't live to see their 3rd birthday.
• Medical Costs: 55% of families will incur direct medical expenses not covered by insurance.

✨ Foundation Goals

Many times, families affected by rare disease struggle to obtain expensive medical and therapy equipment designed to provide safety to these children and to improve the quality of their lives. The Little Miss Hannah Foundation provides this equipment at no cost to the families to enhance the quality of life of their children. Meet some of our special kids at our event!

For more information about the race, visit Vegas Cares About Rare.