Athletic Events


Susan G. Komen 3-day Walk

Posted on 22 April 2005

Go the distance in the fight against breast cancer at a 3-day walk. This event is being held in selected cities across the US. Net proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to fund breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs, as well as the National Philanthropic Trust, to provide a special […]

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Posted on 22 April 2005

The Race for the Cure is the largest series of 5K (3.1 mile) runs/fitness walks in the world. Over 100 races are held across the United States, Germany and Italy. Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Research. Find a race near you

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training

Posted on 22 April 2005

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT) is the world’s largest endurance sports training program. You will train with professional coaches in order to complete a marathon, half marathon, cycling event or triathalon. In exchange for training and travel, you raise money for the Society. Funds go toward medical research to find a […]

Canadian Run Walk Events – Find an Event in Canada

Posted on 22 April 2005

There are several charitable organizations in Canada that sponsor marathons, 5Ks, relays and other athletic fundraising events. Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life Canadian Diabetes Association (Marathon) Search for More Events in Canada

Joints in Motion Marathon Training Program – Arthritis Foundation

Posted on 22 April 2005

As a member of Joints in Motion, the Arthritis Foundation’s athletic training program you will raise funds and awareness to fight arthritis, the nation’s number one cause of disability. You can train as a team to run or walk a marathon. Approximately 80% of all Joints in Motion athletes have never run or walked a […]

Anchorage Alaska Marathon

Posted on 22 April 2005

While I had walked 5K’s and done other type of fundraising, Team in Training is what really got me hooked on fundraising events. There are so many great things about TNT, I cannot begin to describe it! I loved knowing that by raising money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society I was helping others live stronger, healthier lives. I met…

American Cancer Society Relay for Life

Posted on 22 April 2005

The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is a special event that honors cancer survivors, the memories of loved ones, and aims to raise money to fight cancer. Teams are formed from friends, businesses, churches and other organizations. Money raised by participants goes toward research and programs of the American Cancer Society. Teams of people […]

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