Our Annual Community Celebration

12th Annual JBLF 5K & Carnival

Every November, Arlington comes together to celebrate a year of impact — and raise the funds that make the next year possible.

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Date

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Time

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location

Knights of Columbus
5115 Little Falls Rd, Arlington

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DC's Dancing Stars Gala · October 24, 2026

Two Dancers, One Cause: JBLF Is a 2026 Beneficiary of DC's Dancing Stars

The Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation is honored to be selected as a 2026 beneficiary charity of DC's Dancing Stars Gala, taking place Saturday, October 24, 2026 at the Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City — and this year, JBLF has two dancers on the floor: Dr. Colleen Borelli and Janaki Kates.

Dr. Colleen BorelliDr. Colleen BorelliJBLF Dancer
Janaki KatesJanaki KatesJBLF Dancer

Every donation is a vote. Between now and October 24, funds raised for Colleen and Janaki directly count toward their standing in the competition — so the more you give, the louder your vote for JBLF.

Volunteer with us or get in touch to find other ways to help them dance their way to the top.

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The Race

A certified 5K — and a fun run for the kids.

Run it fast or walk it with a stroller. The course is certified, the crowd is friendly, and every registration funds maternal and infant health in Arlington.

9:00 AM · 5K StartCertified course through the neighborhood.
~10:00 AM · Kids' Fun RunTwo waves, starting once the 5K course clears. All kids signed up for either the 5K or Fun Day are welcome.
Until 1:00 PM · CarnivalFood, games and rides for the whole family.
The Carnival

Stay for the fun part.

After the race, the parking lot turns into a carnival — and it's the reason families come back year after year.

🎪 Moon Bounces
🔫 Laser Tag
🐂 Mechanical Bull
🎈 Balloon Animals
🎨 Face Painting
🎤 Community Performances
Why We Run

The 5K funds the mission.

Proceeds help economically vulnerable women and their babies receive high-quality maternal and infant care — prenatal visits, car seats, safe-sleep supplies and the programs behind them.

It's the day our community sees what a year of giving actually built.

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More Events

Upcoming

Additional events — including our silent auction and community gatherings — will be announced here.
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