Sunday · August 16, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Walk with us.
Fund a year of free screenings.
The annual Kisat Diabetes Organization 5K Walk at St. James Farm Forest Preserve. A family-friendly 3.1 miles through the preserve, followed by community brunch.
Kids under 12 walk free · Dogs welcome on leash · Rain or shine
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St. James Farm Forest Preserve
2S541 Winfield Road, Warrenville, IL 60555
8:00 AM check-in · 8:30 AM walk begins
Community brunch immediately after
Registration
Pick your tier
All registrations include an event t-shirt, post-walk brunch, and 100% of the registration fee goes to fund free community screenings.
Early bird
$25
through June 15, 2026
- ✓ Event t-shirt
- ✓ Community brunch
- ✓ Race bib & finish photo
Individual
$35
June 16 onward
- ✓ Event t-shirt
- ✓ Community brunch
- ✓ Race bib & finish photo
- ✓ Welcome bag
Family of 4+
$80
up to 4 adults + kids
- ✓ Up to 4 adult registrations
- ✓ Kids under 12 free
- ✓ Team listing on event page
Can't attend in person? Make a virtual walker donation →
Multiply your impact
Start a fundraising team.
Walking solo is great. Walking with a team that's raised $500, $1,000, or $5,000 for free screenings is something different entirely. Teams that fundraise raise 2–3× more than entry fees alone.
- 1 Register and choose "Start a team"
- 2 Personalize your team page with a name and goal
- 3 Share with family, friends, and coworkers
- 4 Walk together on August 16 and celebrate at brunch
2–3×
More raised vs. solo registration
$1,250
Average per team raised in 2025
12
Teams in 2025
100%
Goes to free screenings
Day-of schedule
August 16, 2026
7:30 AM
Parking opens
Free parking at St. James Farm. Follow event signage from Winfield Road.
8:00 AM
Check-in & packet pickup
Pick up your race bib and t-shirt. Light coffee available.
8:25 AM
Welcome from Dr. Chalisa
Brief opening remarks and a moment of recognition for sponsors and teams.
8:30 AM
Walk begins
3.1-mile family-friendly course through the preserve. Volunteers on the course every 0.5 mile.
9:30 AM
Community brunch
Healthy brunch under the pavilion. Optional A1C screening table open until 11 AM.
11:00 AM
Event closes
Thank you, and see you at the next screening.
Course & venue
3.1 miles of beautiful preserve
Address
St. James Farm Forest Preserve
2S541 Winfield Road, Warrenville, IL 60555
Parking
Free at the preserve. Arrive by 8:00 AM for easiest parking.
Accessibility
Course is flat and stroller/wheelchair accessible. Restrooms at start/finish.
Weather
Rain or shine. Severe-weather cancellations announced by email and Instagram by 6 AM.
Sponsorship
Sponsor the 2026 walk
Three tiers, each with concrete recognition and a direct line to a year of community impact.
Community sponsor
$2,500
- Logo on t-shirt back
- Logo on event page & emails
- 3 reserved entries
- Recognition at opening
Presenting sponsor
$5,000
- "Presented by" billing
- Logo on every email & social post
- 8 reserved entries
- Speaking opportunity at opening
- Year-round screening sponsorship credit
Questions
5K FAQ
Where exactly is the start line?
St. James Farm Forest Preserve at 2S541 Winfield Road, Warrenville, IL 60555. Follow event signage from the main entrance to the pavilion.
Do I have to be a runner?
No — this is a walk. The course is 3.1 miles on flat, paved/preserved paths. Take as much time as you'd like.
Are dogs welcome?
Yes, on a leash. Please bring water for them and clean up after.
Can I bring kids?
Absolutely. Strollers are welcome. Kids under 12 walk free.
What's the rain policy?
Rain or shine. Only severe weather (lightning, severe storms) will cancel — we'll email registrants and post on Instagram by 6 AM event day.
Is there a virtual option?
Yes. Register as a virtual walker, walk anywhere in the world that day, and post a photo with #KDOWalk2026 — we'll mail your t-shirt.
Are registrations tax-deductible?
The portion above the fair market value of goods received (t-shirt, brunch) is tax-deductible. Your Givebutter receipt will show the deductible portion.
Can I get a refund?
Registration fees are non-refundable but are tax-deductible per the above. If you can't attend, your registration still funds a year of free screenings.
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Ready to walk?
Registration takes two minutes. Every step funds a year of free community screenings.