Race Through Marion County, and Make a Real Difference While You Do It.

Marion Matters Mad Dash

June 12, 2026

Location:
Marion Matters
810 Kenton Ave, Marion OH

Time:
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Race runs from 9:00 a.m to 12:30 p.m.

Ready, set, IMPACT! The Marion Matters Mad Dash is where high energy meets real change. Every stride shines a light on our mission—helping individuals rise, rebuild, and thrive—while giving you a front-row seat to the power of community in action. This isn’t just a race; it’s an experience that connects you to the heart of Marion Matters and the life-changing work happening right here in our community.

Marion Matters Mad Dash event logo
A scavenger hunt team quickly posing for a group selfie.

It’s Part Competition, Part Community Exploration, and 100% Worth Your Time

Teams of four use a free app to navigate checkpoints across Marion County, uncovering the organizations, services, and opportunities that make this community thrive. Every team that finishes is a winner for Marion County. The team that finishes first wins bragging rights (and a trophy).

  • Team-based | 4 people per team
  • Navigate using a free mobile app
  • Explore real local resources and community landmarks
  • Every team member receives a Mad Dash t-shirt

Register Your Team

$300 per team (4 members)

What’s included:

  • Entry for all 4 team members
  • Mad Dash t-shirt for each member
  • Free app access for race navigation

Sponsorship

Make Your Mark on the Mad Dash

Sponsoring the Mad Dash puts your business in front of engaged, community-minded Marion County residents — while directly supporting Marion Matters’ mission of leadership development and community connection.

Trailblazer Sponsor

The highest-visibility sponsorship level, with everything you need to show up big on race day.

OhioHealth logo

Thank You to OhioHealth for being the Trailblazer Sponsor for the Mad Dash!

Pacesetter Sponsor

Strong visibility and a team in the race — a great fit for businesses that want to participate and be recognized.

Pillar Credit Union logo

Thank You to Pillar Credit Union for being the Pacesetter Sponsor for the Mad Dash!

Path Finder Sponsor

$250

Show your support for the community with brand visibility on race day.

  • Your name on every participant t-shirt
  • Option to sponsor and host a race location

Thank You to Our Pathfinder Sponsors

  • CRT Mechanical American Standard Heating and Cooling
  • Graphic Packaging International
  • The Ohio State University at Marion