The East Cobb Rotary Club is proud to announce the upcoming 20th annual Dog Days 5KRoad Race, a cornerstone fundraising event set to take place on August 9, 2025, at the McCleskey YMCA. This milestone event continues the club’s long-standing tradition of supporting vital local charities within the East Cobb community.
The announcement follows a highly successful year for the East Cobb Rotary, which recently distributed an impressive $100,000 to 29 local charities during a special giveback ceremony on March 4, 2025, at Piedmont Church. These funds were directly raised through the previous year’s Dog Days Road Race, demonstrating the significant impact of community participation. The distributed funds support a diverse range of organizations focused on critical areas such as youth programs, housing, and mental health services.
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated in and supported the Dog Days Road Race,” said Jonathan Lyons, Immediate Past President of East Cobb Rotary. “This significant contribution reflects the strong commitment of our community to supporting those in need. It is a testament to the power of collective action and the spirit of giving that defines East Cobb”.
Over the past 19 years, the Dog Days Road Race has become a pivotal event, raising and distributing over $1.2 million directly benefiting the community. More than 10,000 runners have participated in the 5K race since its inception. “We are excited to celebrate 20 years of the Dog Days Road Race,” said Liz Myers, President of East Cobb Rotary.
“We look forward to another successful event and the opportunity to further our impact in the East Cobb community.”
The East Cobb Rotary invites runners of all ages and potential sponsors to join in the 20th-anniversary celebration and continue this impactful tradition of community support. For more information about the Dog Days Road Race, to register, or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please visit: https://dogdaysrun.com/.
