The 2021 Run for Hope: Raising funds for childhood cancer and biomedical research
Press Release: February 1st, 2021
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We are excited to announce the start of the 2021 Run for Hope. The purpose of the run is to raise funds for biomedical research and childhood cancer. Proceeds will be shared equally between STEM Biomedical and Childhood Cancer Canada – a charity whose mission is to create victories for Canadian children with cancer through investment in national, collaborative, lifesaving research, empowering education and community programs.
The run will be virtual, allowing participants to run from any location they choose. The virtual nature of the run is meant to promote a safe and socially distant way to run as we face the challenges of Covid-19. Runners can choose to run 5km, 10km, or half-marathon distances. The run will be open for a period of one week, from May 15th to May 22nd. Early registration is strongly encouraged to help raise awareness. For information on how to register visit: https://2021-run-for-hope.jmvirtualraces.com/howitworks
The run will be virtual, allowing participants to run from any location they choose. The virtual nature of the run is meant to promote a safe and socially distant way to run as we face the challenges of Covid-19. Runners can choose to run 5km, 10km, or half-marathon distances. The run will be open for a period of one week, from May 15th to May 22nd. Early registration is strongly encouraged to help raise awareness. For information on how to register visit: https://2021-run-for-hope.jmvirtualraces.com/howitworks
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This year, two notable Canadian athletes have joined the Run for Hope, rising to the challenge to help raise awareness. Canadian Olympian Erin Teschuk and former CFL football player Ronnie Pfeffer will be running in support of the cause. Below they share compassionate and encouraging words on why they decided to run.
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“It’s so easy to take our health for granted. It’s hard to imagine a childhood that doesn’t revolve around playing and dreaming of what to be when you’re older. Every child deserves to grow up healthy and with the belief that they will be able to do whatever they want with their lives. Unfortunately, not every child is given this luxury. I’m joining the run for hope to raise funds for childhood cancer research. We can work together to help create a future where more children are able to fulfill their dreams instead of fight for their lives.”
– Erin Teschuk, Canadian Olympian |
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“I believe that children are the future and require all the love and support one can give. When a child gets diagnosed with cancer, I don’t want the diagnosis or battle with cancer to take away their hopes, dreams, and aspirations. We have the ability to help raise funds and awareness to help as many children as possible get their childhood back, fight this deadly disease, and keep their dreams alive. This is why I am joining the Run for Hope.”
– Ronnie Pfeffer, CFL football player |
HOW YOU CAN HELP AS AN INDIVIDUAL
Join the run (click here to register)! After registering, share your involvement on social media to fundraise and help raise awareness. Another way to help without running yourself is to sponsor a runner and donate on their behalf (click here to sponsor a runner).
HOW YOU CAN HELP AS A BUSINESS/CORPORATION
Corporations and businesses, large and small, can help directly through sponsorship. As a business/corporation, your sponsorship will be made visible on our website and throughout the run. To become a corporate sponsor click here to contact us.
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