Derby Dash
Gilles-Sweet Elementary Derby Dash
Gilles-Sweet’s annual Derby Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk race is Saturday, May 10, 2025.
2025 Derby Dash Information
Help Support Our Playground Construction
Gilles-Sweet Elementary is dedicated to promoting and fostering student academics in a safe and engaging environment.
To help support this mission, in partnership with Hermes, we will be hosting our 10th Annual Fairview Park Community Derby Dash 5K Fun Run/1 mile Walk on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
A rendering of the new Gilles-Sweet Elementary School playground, opening in the Fall of 2025.
The Derby Dash, an annual 5K fun run hosted by Gilles-Sweet Elementary, has become a beloved community tradition in Fairview Park, bringing together families, students, and neighbors each spring at James B. Daley stadium.
The 9th annual event welcomed 855 participants and raised over $20,000 for student programs, along with $1,100 for the John C. Haney Foundation.
Now, excitement is building for the 10th annual Derby Dash, with a goal of reaching 1,000 participants. Join us for this milestone celebration and help support our students. This year, all proceeds from the Derby Dash will go exclusively toward the new playground project.
Business Sponsorships
Support the Playground Project and become a Business Sponsor of the Gilles-Sweet Derby Dash!
Click here to become a business sponsor
This year, sponsorships will directly contribute to the playground, and all sponsors will be recognized on a permanent plaque at Gilles-Sweet Elementary School.
Click here to view the informational PDF and Sponsorship Letter
Family Sponsorships
The family sponsorship plaque will feature custom engraved nameplates. Nameplates will show your support of the new playground.
Click here to become a Family Sponsor
The cost of a nameplate is a $100 and a 501 (c) (3) charitable donation.
Click here to view the informational PDF and Family Sponsorship Letter