Event Information
 

Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin.  Dyslexia is the most common cause of reading, writing and spelling difficulties, affecting one in ten. 

Proceeds from the Dyslexia Dash will benefit COBIDA and its mission to:

  • Increase awareness of dyslexia and related learning disabilities
  • Assist dyslexics, their families and the professionals that support them
  • Promote the use of effective teaching methods
  • Disseminate research-based knowledge

About COBIDA
 

Who we are:

The Central Ohio Branch of the International Dyslexia Association (COBIDA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization formed to increase the public’s awareness of dyslexia in Central Ohio. It is one of over 40 branches of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA).  

What we do:

  • Provide seminars and support groups.
  • Provide information, referral and advocacy services.
  • Supply an information hotline.
  • Provide an annual conference in Central Ohio to professionals in the field of dyslexia and related learning disabilities.

The 2012 Dyslexia Dash is the major fundraiser for the Central Ohio Branch of the International Dyslexia Association (COBIDA). All funds raised stay in Central Ohio and go to assist dyslexics, their families and supporting professionals with early detection and intervention; teacher training and tutoring services; as well as student scholarships. In addition, COBIDA provides awareness to local communities through parent education classes and offering teen support groups.

We are challenging individuals and teams to help us raise money for this worthy cause by collecting pledges. Special prizes will be awarded to the individuals and teams who collect the highest pledge amounts.  CLICK HERE to download a pledge form.  All pledges are due at Race Day sign-in. Any participant who turns in $150 in pledge money on race day will receive a complementary race entry.

Race Details

  • Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012
  • Location: Homestead Park, Cosgray Road Hilliard, Ohio
  • Time: 5K Run/Walk/Doze 8:30am start time, registration begins at 7:30am
  • Entry Fees:
    • 5K (note youth is ages 18 & Under):
      • $25 per adult through October 1st, $30 October 2nd through race day
      • $15 per youth through October 1st, $20 October 2nd through race day
      • $150 per adult team of up to 10 through October 1, $200 per adult team of up to 10 October 2nd through race day
      • $100 per youth team of up to 10 through October 1st, $125 per youth team of up to 10 October 2nd through race day
    • Team Entry Note: For each team, a team captain will register and pay for ALL team members. The team captain should collect each team member's registration information prior to registering and will be able to add each person to your team during on-line registration.
    • Virtual Racers or Dozers welcome - sleep in and still get your commemorative t-shirt!! Registration for Dozers is $25 through October 1st, $30 October 2nd through race day.
  • Awards:
    • Top 3 male, female and youth finishers will be rewarded.
    • Pledge Challenge:  special prizes will be presented to the adult, youth, adult team and youth team who collect the highest pledge amounts brought in on race day.  Please CLICK HERE to download a pledge form. 
  • How to Register:
    • Online
    • Race day registration starting at 8:00 am
  • Can't make the dash?
    • Want to Give MORE? Consider making a donation and changing the life of a child struggling to learn how to read. Make Checks Payable to: COBIDA c/o Amy Reardon 4908 Silo Court Hilliard, Ohio 43026
  • Race Packets
    • All participants will receive a race day tech t-shirt and post race refreshments. 


 

Sponsors

 

If you would like to be a sponsor for this event benefitting COBIDA, please download this packet of information or send an email to info@cobida.org


 

Questions?

 

For more information please phone event co-chair Lee Manogg at 740-973-9413 or Amy Reardon at 614-560-3109 or email us at info@columbus.org.

 

 

 

 

 

Where / When / How
  • Date: 10/13/2012
  • Location: Homestead Park