Ostomy 5k
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About the race
The 2nd Annual Downers Grove, IL Ostomy 5k, part of the Run for Resilience series, takes place in Downers Grove at Byram Healthcare (3010 Woodcreek Drive). It features a looped 5k course starting on Birchwood Place, heading to Lacey Road, then Woodcreek Drive, and returning to Birchwood Place for the finish. The event is family-friendly and celebrates World Ostomy Day, with a 50-yard dash Kids Run for ages 5 and under and another for ages 6–10.
Proceeds benefit United Ostomy Associations of America, with a cap of 100 participants as an official UOAA event since 2024, plus medals, refreshments, and fundraising opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.