THANKSGIVING CHARITY RACE

DOWNTOWN MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE

Presented by The SheaDugger Investment Group at Baird

LIVE • LOVE • RUN

Borodash is a family-friendly, 4-mile race that takes place every Thanksgiving Day morning in historic downtown Murfreesboro, TN to support world-changing charities and non-profits.

OUR THEME FOR 2026

"Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Give careful thought to the paths

for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways."

Proverbs 4:25-26

A crowd of racers running right as the race begins!

BORODASH RACE

When: Thanksgiving Morning

Race Begins: 8:00 am

Location: Murfreesboro Civic Plaza

Distance: 4 miles, or 2 kilometers

Two friends smiling together. One wears a silly Thanksgiving Turkey hat and sunglasses.

Racers crossing the finish line as the crowd cheers!

Santa and a child smiling for a picture after the race.

Three racers running past the Murfreesboro Courthouse

LOVE FOR BORODASH

I love Borodash because of the proceeds that have saved so many children's lives at Neema House!

STACI McCREARY

Whether you are a runner, walker, encourager, or volunteer — it's a perfect way to start Thanksgiving!

TOM BECKWITH

I loved jogging with my future husband and his family. It was their first race!

CASSANDRA HUGHES

I enjoyed seeing all the parts of downtown Murfreesboro that I don’t usually get to see or visit!

PAM MIILAM

Running with my husband at Borodash is our annual Thanksgiving tradition. We love seeing so many of our friends, too!

TRACY TURNER

It's such a fun way to start my Thanksgiving Day! I love how lively it gets with everyone there together.

CHELSEA TOOMBS

WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO

PRIMARY BENEFICIARIES

Neema House

Neema House, derived from the Swahili word for grace or abundance, is a children’s home in Geita, Tanzania, providing vital care and support to vulnerable children aged 0-5. Through healthcare, nutrition, and education, they strive to ensure each child's well-being and work towards securing loving, permanent homes within the community or through adoption and family reunification.

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Greenhouse Ministries

Greenhouse Ministries, a faith-based non-profit in Middle Tennessee, offers a range of resources, including career counseling, skill training, and basic necessities, to uplift the underserved community. Through holistic support, they aim to inspire hope, empower individuals to realize their potential, and foster a culture of giving back through volunteering.

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SPOTLIGHT BENEFICIARIES

Each year, as a cornerstone of our fundraiser, the Borodash Board carefully selects 3-4 deserving local non-profits to spotlight and provide financial support, embodying our commitment to serving our community.