Mini with a Meaning Program
The Mini with a Meaning program connects non-profit organizations to passionate participants of the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K, providing a more meaningful experience by raising awareness and funds in support of the local community and beyond. Not to mention, all Mini-Marathon and 5K registrations support the 500 Festival’s free youth and educational programming.
Participants may further their impact within the community by joining a Mini with a Meaning team! View our official teams below, contact their Team Captain to join, and start fundraising as you train.
Team registration for the 2027 Mini with a Meaning Program will close on April 25, 2027, 11:59 pm EST.
Registration for an individual to join a Mini with a Meaning team is May 2, 2027, 11:59 pm EST.
2026 Mini with a Meaning Teams
Breakthrough T1D is the leading global organization funding type one diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to find cures for T1D and make the everyday lives of those affected by it easier. As the largest charitable supporter of T1D research, Breakthrough T1D has funded over $2.5 billion in research funding since 1970.
Hailey’s Army for Children, Inc. exists to protect children and defend their future through relentless online safety advocacy, prevention training, and education that reflect the realities of today’s digital world. They honor Hailey’s legacy by awarding scholarships that empower young people to lead with courage, kindness, and purpose and are building an army that protects children, strengthens families, and creates safer communities for generations to come.
Help Over Hurdles empowers care professionals through compassion, advocacy, and resources that promote financial stability and overall well-being.
With one simple application, we help you overcome life’s financial challenges.
New Shoe Day is on a mission to end shoe insecurity in Indiana, so all of our youth have access to safe footwear that empowers them to thrive. We see an Indiana where no child is limited by a lack of proper footwear and every young person has access, confidence, and dignity to fully engage in school, play, and community life.
PSC Partners Seeking a Cure runs in honor of Brody, an 18-year-old photographer and storyteller who has spent his life capturing moments of human joy within his community. He has been courageously battling Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) and cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. Through this race, his friends aim to raise awareness, support research, and turn his story into hope for others facing this disease, while also helping him return to his college journey at Arizona State University to pursue photography.
Water For People exists to promote the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments. We believe in a world where every person has access to reliable and safe water and sanitation services.
Within Thin Lines’ mission is to provide perseverance through communication and understanding; guidance through resources and education; and health advocacy through influence and coaching.
The survivability of our First Responders and members of our Military Communities is our number one objective. Our return to the Indy Mini will be dedicated to a Veteran family affected by suicide. With your help, our fundraising goal will be dedicated to this local Indiana family with housing needs since the loss of their Veteran family member. Our attendance signifies that no Veteran walks alone.
Questions?
For any questions about how to get involved with the Mini with a Meaning Program, please contact info@500festival.com
