Overdose Lifeline Outpacing the Stigma 5K Run/Walk

Join us Saturday, October 17, 2026, for the 5th Annual Overdose Lifeline Outpacing the Stigma 5K Run/Walk* as we honor lives lost to drug overdose. The CDC estimated 80,391 U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2023. While this a 25% decline from 107,543 deaths in 2023, this is still 220 deaths per day. We will run and walk to remember those lives, especially Hoosier lives, as well as raise awareness.

On the morning of Saturday, October 17, runners and walkers of all abilities, advocates, and affected individuals will come together on a beautiful course along the Indianapolis Canal and through the Butler Campus. Money raised will support Heart Rock Justus Family Recovery Center, ensuring that Moms and children can live, grow, and be healthy together.

Since its inception in November 2022, Heart Rock Recovery Center has served more than 89 moms and 45 babies. It is designed for pregnant women and mothers ages 18+ who are in recovery from substance use or dual diagnosis. We offer toddler-friendly subsidized housing and holistic substance use therapy in Marion County, Indiana to help keep women and children together throughout recovery.

Funds raised through 5K registrations and fundraising efforts of teams and individuals will support operations of Heart Rock Recovery Center; including subsidized housing support for moms and babies.

$1,500 provides one month of free housing and recovery support for a mom

$1,000 provides one month of free housing and supplies for a baby

$750 provides a one-year supply of diapers for a baby 

$150 provides a Child Advocate 

$75 provides a hygiene basket for a mom

$50 provides a hygiene basket for a baby

Further your impact on moms and babies by setting up a team in honor of a loved one or friend. You can invite people to join you at the 5K or donate to your fundraising page. All donations are tax deductible (as allowable by law) and go directly to support operations at Heart Rock Justus Family Recovery Center. Click on the "Become a Fundraiser" tab to get started. If you would like to set up an "umbrella" team that allows others to set up a team under your team, please contact Madison Kelleher at madison@overdoselifeline.org.

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Thank you to our generous sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor

Nick Lackey Foundation

Sponsorship Information

Interested in sponsoring the Overdose Lifeline Outpacing the Stigma 5K? Contact the Director of Events and Development, Madison Kelleher at madison@overdoselifeline.org

Gold Sponsor: $1,000

• Silver benefits plus:
• Logo recognition on course, at start/finish line, at registration, and during event announcements
• Recognition in event E-blasts
• Race entries for four (4) walker/runners

Silver Sponsor: $500

• Bronze benefits plus:
• Company Logo or Individual Name recognition on course 
• Company Logo or Individual Name on t-shirt given to each participant
• Option to bring own vendor table race morning
• Race entries for two (2) walker/runners

Bronze Sponsor: $250

• Company Logo or Individual Name on sponsorship sign at registration

*Please note, registrations received after 9/28 are not guaranteed a shirt. Anyone registering after this date is welcome to check with ODL staff after the race to see what shirt sizes may still be available. Available first-come, first-served after the race has started. 

Overdose Lifeline office is headquartered just southwest of the Butler University campus in Indianapolis. We are excited to offer a beautiful fall 5k run/walk that goes through the campus, the gardens, and then back along the towpath on the canal. Participants will love the views, and the course will allow for some solid race times as well! 

Click Here to View an Interactive 5k Route Map

Saturday 17, 2026

7:30 - 8:45 AM

Location: 

Parking is free. Parking on-site will be first come, first served and overflow parking is nearby within a three (3) block walk. 

All Overdose Lifeline 5k Racers will receive:

• Comfy "They Are Worth Saving" Long-Sleeve T-shirt
• Mylaps Chip Timing, Overall Awards 
• Entry into raffle for Runner's Forum gift certificate
• Beautiful Scenic Run through Butler Campus
• Warm fuzzies knowing all proceeds will support Heart Rock Justus Family Recovery Center, ensuring that Moms and children can live, grow, and be healthy together.

Those who choose to race virtually will have the freedom to sleep-in and run wherever they choose from October 17-31, 2026. Hit the trails in the afternoon or a treadmill while watching Netflix. Your call! 

Results Submission:

Please submit results during the virtual race window of October 17-31, 2026. Submit Virtual Results using this link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/117738

Packet Pickup:

Virtual participants may attend the same packet pickup as the live event participants. Or have a participating friend grab your packet for you.

Saturday October 17, 2026 7:30 AM -8:45 AM 

Location:

Overdose Lifeline Headquarters
1100 W 42nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
 

Packet Shipping:

Don't want to attend Packet Pickup? No problem. You will have the option to add-on shipping to your registration. We will start shipping the Virtual Packets in the week following the race. 

Stuff We All Get: Virtual Participants

• Comfy "They Are Worth Saving" Long-Sleeve Tshirt
• Ability to run/walk your own race at your own pace & place at your own convenience
• Warm fuzzies knowing all proceeds benefit Overdose Lifeline to aid in removing the
  stigma of addiction and providing programming and support for those affected by
  substance use disorder including families and children

**Virtual Participants can pick up packets at the scheduled Packet Pickup, or add shipping during registration**