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M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries

M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries is a running race on February 27, 2027 in Tallahassee, FL, with entry fees from $20 to $25.

Date
February 27, 2027 (156 days to go)
Price
$20–$25
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

This event is a fundraiser for the Harvest of Life Prison Ministry and is held at Thomasville Road Baptist Church.

There are two USATF certified race course options that you can choose from:

  • 5K    #FL25030JK
  • 10K  #FL25031JK

Harvest of Life Ministry believes each person is made in the image of God. God has a plan and purpose for every life. We seek to see lives restored and transformed by showing God’s love and grace to those behind bars. We hope to see you at our 8th Annual M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash on Feb. 27, 2027!

 
  • Sign up by Feb. 7 to be guaranteed a shirt
  • First 100 to register receive a swag bag!!
  • Online registration closes Feb. 28 @ 8:30 am   (registration on Race Day is online only)

 

  • Packet Pickup and the Silent Auction in the Fellowship Hall:
    • Friday, Feb. 27 from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    • Saturday, Feb. 28 starting @ 7:30 am

 

  • Races Start on Saturday, Feb. 28 @ 8:30 am for the 5K/10K  – with chip timing on a certified race course
    • NOTE: Race cutoff time is 10:00 am for both races (29:00/mile for the 5K and 14:30/mile for the 10K)

 

  • PRICING UNTIL FEB. 7

    • 5K $20 (Dri-Fit shirt is $10 add-on)

    • 10K $25 (Dri-fit shirt is $10 add-on)

 
  • PRICING: FEB. 8 -- FEB. 27

    • 5K $25 - no shirt

    • 10K $30 - no shirt

    • Shirts may be available for purchase at Packet Pickup or Race Day, but are not guaranteed.

 

  • PRICING ON RACE DAY
    • 5K/10K $35 - no shirt
    • Shirts may be available for purchase at Packet Pickup or Race Day, but are not guaranteed
    • Race Day registration is online only

 

IMPORTANT NOTE: There will be no entry or exiting out of the TRBC church parking lot from 8:15 until approximately 9:30am. If you need to arrive/leave during this time, please park at Dorothy B. Oven Park or at The School of Arts and Sciences. This event will take place rain or shine.
  • Other Race Day Activities include:
    • Silent Auction ends at 10:00 am (so get your bids in before you race) and then hang around to hear the winners announced after the race - MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN
    • Pancake Breakfast 8:00 am - 10:00 am (make sure you hang on to your bib for entry)
    • Race Awards presented to the top 3 overall male/female and top 2 male/female for each age group for the 5K/10K
      • Age group breakdown: 1-12, 13-19, and then 10yr AG ending with 80+
If you have any family or friends that want to come support the race by enjoying just the pancake breakfast, they can pay at the door - $10 for adults and $5 for children.
Email evans@harvestoflife.org for any questions.

 

CALLING VOLUNTEERS!!
If you would like to volunteer to help with the race, Sign Up to Help with the Race here!!

If you would like to help by making a gift basket for the Silent Auction, Sign Up to Make a Silent Auction Gift Basket here!!

 

Thank you for supporting the Harvest of Life Ministry, 
The M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash Race Team

Events

5K Race with chip timing$20
10K Race with chip timing$25

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

71°

Typical Low

46°

Chance of Rain

27%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Tallahassee, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:05 AMSunset 6:34 PMDaylight 11h 29m

About Tallahassee, FL

Population

199,696

as of 2023

City Elevation

195 ft

Nearest Airport

TLH

Tallahassee International Airport · 6 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Waiting For?

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156

Days to train

Race
M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries
Date
February 27, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries?
M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries is a running race held in Tallahassee, Florida on February 27, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries?
Saturday, February 27, 2027 in Tallahassee, Florida at 3131 Thomasville Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Dash - Harvest of Life Ministries

Feb 27, 2027

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