April 27, 2025 | Crown Point Shores North | 8am
Event Overview
Join us and the San Diego community on Sunday, April 27, 2025, for our GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge as we celebrate all we have to proud of, connect our community and create that ripple effect of Acceptance. You DONUT want to miss this year’s San Diego Donut Run benefitting GiGi’s Playhouse.
What is it
The GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge - Donut Run is a 5k fun run, 1-mile walk/stroll, Dash for Down syndrome— that brings people together to raise awareness, acknowledge, and support the challenges in the Down syndrome community.
See you in
Your Support Changes Lives
"Time flies when you're having fun, and that's what the Playhouse is. Everyone genuinely cares about each other, and we have a great time together."
- Alyse, Conner's mom
Event Schedule and Pricing
8am – Registration
9am – Opening Remarks
9:15am – Kids Dash for Down Syndrome
9:30am – Walk/Run Begins
11am – 12pm – Awards, Activities, and Community
Individuals with Down Syndrome: $21 any age
Babies: 0-1 Free
Children 2-17: Early Bird Price $35 (Regular Price $45)
Adults 18+: Early Bird Price $45 (Regular Price $55)
Early Bird Registration Prices End March 31st
Each registrant receives a shirt, medal, and, of course, a donut! In order to guarantee a shirt, you must register by March 31st. T-shirts must be picked up at the event or before the event at the Playhouse in Pacific Beach during designated distribution time.
Join Us for the GiGi's Playhouse San Diego Acceptance Challenge Donut Run!
🍩 Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 27, 2025! Celebrate, connect, and create a ripple effect of acceptance at the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge. This year's San Diego Donut Run is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever, and you DONUT want to miss it!
🎉 What to Expect:
Fun for the Whole Family: Explore our sponsor and vendor area, packed with exciting activities and opportunities to connect with your community.
Events for Everyone: Build your team and choose from a 5K run, a 1-mile walk, or a sprint for all ages—perfect for participants of all abilities.
🙌 Why Participate:
Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego, providing FREE educational, therapeutic, and career development programming to empower individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
📣 Register Now and Save!
Take advantage of Early Bird Pricing—available for a limited time only! Don’t wait to secure your spot at this uplifting event that brings our community together in the spirit of acceptance and love.
🌟 Be a Part of Something Special
Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps create a more inclusive world. Let’s lace up, spread joy, and celebrate all the incredible accomplishments of our community!
👉 Click the link below to register up today and join the movement!
Move for Acceptance Today
National Sponsorship Opportunities
All National Sponsors receive the following benefits
- Recognized as a National Sponsor on the main event webpage (3.5 million) and direct email blasts (200,000+)
- Recognition as a #GenerationG Certified organization in GiGi’s Playhouse Corporate Disability DEI Initiative
Link on all national emails pre and post event - Recognition on all media advisories/releases and promotional efforts across 55+ locations and GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse platform
Visionary Sponsor - $250,000
- Exclusive global naming rights and logo placement for 55+in-person events and on our GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse platform
- Exclusive one-year naming rights for GiGiFit Program in all GiGi’s Playhouses Nationwide
- Exclusive recognition and tickets to GiGi’s signature public events: our annual Gala and golf outing
- VIP Speaking Opportunity available at all 55+ in-person events
- VIP meet-and-greet events with ambassadors and advocates
- Spotlight social media posts on GiGi’s accounts throughout the year
- Professionally produced promo video (up to 3 minutes in length) of your brand to be used on all event media platforms including social media
- First opportunity for renewal of Presenting Sponsor
Gold Medal Sponsor - $100,000
- VIP logo placement for 55+ in-person events and on our GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse platform
- VIP Speaking Opportunity available at all 55+ in-person events
- VIP meet-and-greet events with ambassadors and advocates
- VIP recognition and tickets to GiGi’s signature public events: our annual Gala and golf outing
- Spotlight social media posts on GiGi’s accounts throughout the year
- Professionally-produced promo video (up to 3 minutes in length) of your brand to be used on all event media platforms including social media (sponsor must provide base content)
Silver Medal Sponsor - $50,000
- Top-level logo placement for 55+ in-person and events and on our GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse platform
- Recognition and tickets to GiGi’s signature annual Gala
- Professionally-produced promo video (up to 2 minutes in length) of your brand to be used on all event media platforms including social media (sponsor must provide base content)
- Three spotlight recognitions on GiGi’s national social media
Bronze Medal Sponsor - $25,000
- Professionally-produced promo video (up to 1 minute in length) of your brand to be used on all event media platforms including social media (sponsor must provide base content)
- Two exclusive recognitions on GiGi’s national social media
- Logo included in day-of events (55+ in person and on our GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse platform)
Champion Medal Sponsor - $10,000
- Professionally-produced promo video (up to 30 seconds in length) of your brand to be used on all event media platforms including social media (sponsor must provide base content)
- One recognition on GiGi’s national social media
- Logo included in day-of events (55+ in person and on our GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse platform)
Local Sponsorship Opportunities
Title Sponsor - $10,000
- Title placement on all Donut Run printed materials and banners
- Permanent recognition in GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego
- Spotlight post on all San Diego social media platforms
- All benefits of Racer Sponsorship
Racer Sponsor - $5,000
- Recognition on banners at start/finish
- Speaking opportunity from stage on race day
- Four additional (10 total) waived registration fees
- Logo on all GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego Donut Run social media posts
- Logo in post-event thank you e-mail to GiGi’s Playhouse supporters
- All benefits of Sprinter Sponsorship
Sprinter Sponsor - $2,500
- Recognition at water station along race route
- Corporate tent space at race
- Two additional (6 total) waived registration fees
- Logo on GiGi’s Playhouse and Donut Run Websites
- Logo on t-shirts and event banner
- All benefits of Jogger Sponsorship
Jogger Sponsor - $1,000
- Verbal recognition from stage on race day
- Vendor table at race
- Name on Donut Run website
- Logo on t-shirts
- Logo in e-mails promoting race
- 4 waived registration fees
Walker Sponsor - $500
- Name (text only) on t-shirts
- Two waived registration fees
Vendor Table - $200
- Promote your for-profit business during the event
- Table and two chairs provided
Non-Profit Vendor Table - $100
- Promote your non-profit business during event
- Table and two chairs provided
Thank you to our sponsors!
National Sponsors
Local Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Sprinter Sponsor
Jogger Sponsor
