2026 LTA Foundation 1.975 Walk/Run

Join us for the 8th Annual 1.975 Walk/Run! 

On Saturday, June 27th, 2026, the Lambda Theta Alpha Foundation will host our annual 1.975 Walk/Run in Detroit, Michigan. We would like to invite you all to support the LTA Foundation by registering for the in-person run. If you cannot attend in person, you can also participate in the virtual race or a local micro-event where you can run, walk, treadmill, or bike at any time from anywhere. All ages are welcome to participate, so bring a friend, significant other, or the whole family to support a good cause! All funds raised will enable us to advance our community via education and natural disaster relief.

Event Information

Runners will meet on Saturday, June 27th, at 7:00 AM ET at the site of the LTA Convention on the Detroit Riverwalk. Once you arrive, locate our LTA Foundation volunteer to check in. They will verify that you have completed a waiver and release of liability. All runners are required to meet with the check-in volunteer to participate in the run. Please note that this is an untimed race.

Timeline

• 7:00 AM: Arrival of Runners
• 7:10 AM: Opening Remarks & Warm Up
• 7:15 AM: Run Kick Off
• 8:00 AM: End of Run

Safety

Your safety is our number one priority. Complete the run safely and responsibly. Along the route, we will have volunteers posted to assist you. Do not hesitate to ask them for support. In addition, we will have volunteers completing the run alongside our registrants. They will follow behind the group to ensure everyone is safely moving through the course. If you have any issues and a route guide is not nearby, move toward the back of the group to locate the volunteer for support.

Our run will be 1.975 miles long. You are responsible for your physical well-being. Listen to your body and move at your own pace. We will have water and snacks available so you can stay hydrated. We encourage you to check the weather and dress appropriately. 

Registration Information

Registration will open in March 1st, 2026 and close on Friday, June 26, 2026. 

• Tier 1 - $25.00  
  • Registration Tier 1 will give you a 2026 1.975 Electronic Runner’s Bib to show off at the run. 

• Tier 2 - $50.00
  • Registration Tier 2 will give you the Tier 1 merchandise item plus a 2026 1.975 Walk/Run medal. 
  • While supplies last. See Merchandise Disclosure below.

• Tier 3 - $100.00
  • Registration Tier 3 will give you all Tier 2 merchandise items plus an exclusive 2026 1.975 Walk/Run t-shirt and a special gift.
  • While supplies last. See Merchandise Disclosure below. 

• Micro Event Local Representative
  • This year's event provides an opportunity to host a virtual 1.975 Walk/Run in your local area. Organize your friends and family for a run in your neighborhood, a favorite park, or a scenic trail.  One individual designated as a team lead will register for this option and receive a special kit with supplies to host a local run with others. Participants in micro events must still register for the event to receive tier-specific merchandise.

** Members of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. will also be able to register in person at the National Convention in Detroit, MI.

Merchandise Distribution

Participants who register by Wednesday, April 30th, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET will receive the merchandise before the 1.975 Walk/Run. In-person runners will collect their merchandise one day before the 1.975 Walk/Run in Detroit, MI. Packet pick-up will occur at the LTA National Convention. Virtual participants will receive the merchandise by mail. 

All participants who register after Wednesday, April 30th, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET will receive the merchandise after the 1.975 Walk/Run by mail. 

Merchandise Disclosure

The LTA Foundation has a limited number of 1.975 Walk/Run medals, shirts, and gifts. All items are issued to registrants on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the inventory is exhausted, no additional medals, shirts, or gifts will be given to registrants.

Raffle Tickets

All participants and supporters will have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets at $10.00 each. Raffle tickets will allow you to win a gift basket. Raffle tickets may be purchased through Friday, June 26th, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET. Stay tuned for details on the gift baskets!

Questions

If you have any questions, please review our Frequently Asked Questions or contact the 1.975 Walk/Run Committee at run@ltafoundation.org.