Turkey Chase Charity Race

YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase and the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary are proud to invite you to the 44th Annual Turkey Chase Charity Race! Join the thousands of participants from Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and worldwide who’ve raised millions of dollars for kids in our community! Run, Walk, Swim, or Bike! Whether you want to participate in person or virtually, everyone can be a part of this 40+ year community tradition!

175 for 175 Challenge!

Raise $175. Change a Child's Future. In celebration of the YMCA's 175th anniversary, we're recruiting 175 champions to raise $175 each.

That's just: ✅ 5 friends giving $35 ✅ One social post ✅ One real impact on a local child Every dollar supports YMCA programs that provide:

Safe places after school

Caring mentors

Health and wellness opportunities

Access for families who need financial assistance

Become a Sponsor

Show the community your company supports kids mental and physical health! Email tracy.miller@ymcadc.org for information on sponsorship opportunities.

Not Running? Join the Volunteer Team.

We depend on dozens of volunteers who help create a safe and memorable race-day experience. Volunteer registration opens on August 17th.