CHILDREN'S CANCER NETWORK'S RUN TO FIGHT CHILDREN'S CANCER
- Date Sun 12th April 2026
- Time 7:25AM MST
- Location Mesa, Arizona
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the Children's Cancer Network's Run to Fight Children's Cancer on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in the vibrant city of Mesa, Maricopa. This uplifting event aims to raise awareness and support for the 43 children diagnosed with cancer every day in the United States. Participants can engage in various race distances while uniting for a common cause that touches so many families. Although fundraising is not mandatory, the event encourages participants to form teams and contribute to the vital financial assistance and family-centered programs provided by the Children's Cancer Network. By joining this inspiring run, you are making a meaningful difference in the lives of children battling cancer and their families. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this impactful day!
Organiser's Description
CHILDREN'S CANCER NETWORK'S RUN TO FIGHT CHILDREN'S CANCER
EVERY DAY, 43 CHILDREN ARE DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER IN THE UNITED STATES. CHILDHOOD CANCER IS BOTH A LIFE-THREATENING AND LIFE-CHANGING DIAGNOSIS. BASED ON THE TYPE OF CANCER, TREATMENT MAY LAST FROM MONTHS TO YEARS. FOLLOWING TREATMENT, TWO-THIRDS OF THESE CHILDREN WILL SUFFER LONG-TERM SIDE EFFECTS AS A RESULT OF THEIR TREATMENT. THE AVERAGE COST OF A STAY IN A HOSPITAL FOR A CHILD WITH CANCER IS A STAGGERING $40,000 PER STAY AND MOST FAMILIES SPEND AN ADDITIONAL $10,000 ANNUALLY IN NON-MEDICAL COSTS INCLUDING GAS, PARKING, AND ADDITIONAL CHILDCARE.
FUNDRAISING
ALTHOUGH NOT REQUIRED FOR EVENT PARTICIPATION, THE HOPE IS THAT THOSE THAT JOIN THE RUN TO FIGHT FAMILY THROUGH EVENT PARTICIPATION AND VOLUNTEERING WILL BE MOVED TO JOIN THE FUNDRAISING EFFORTS.
WHEN YOU REGISTER, THE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD A FUNDRAISING TEAM WILL BE PRESENTED. ALL FUNDS WILL SUPPORT THE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND FAMILY CENTERED PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF CHILDRENS CANCER NETWORK. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH FUNDRAISING OR TEAMS, CONTACT BEN AT BEN.GOKEE@CHILDRENSCANCNERNETWORK.ORG.
EVERY DAY, 43 CHILDREN ARE DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER IN THE UNITED STATES. CHILDHOOD CANCER IS BOTH A LIFE-THREATENING AND LIFE-CHANGING DIAGNOSIS. BASED ON THE TYPE OF CANCER, TREATMENT MAY LAST FROM MONTHS TO YEARS. FOLLOWING TREATMENT, TWO-THIRDS OF THESE CHILDREN WILL SUFFER LONG-TERM SIDE EFFECTS AS A RESULT OF THEIR TREATMENT. THE AVERAGE COST OF A STAY IN A HOSPITAL FOR A CHILD WITH CANCER IS A STAGGERING $40,000 PER STAY AND MOST FAMILIES SPEND AN ADDITIONAL $10,000 ANNUALLY IN NON-MEDICAL COSTS INCLUDING GAS, PARKING, AND ADDITIONAL CHILDCARE.
FUNDRAISING
ALTHOUGH NOT REQUIRED FOR EVENT PARTICIPATION, THE HOPE IS THAT THOSE THAT JOIN THE RUN TO FIGHT FAMILY THROUGH EVENT PARTICIPATION AND VOLUNTEERING WILL BE MOVED TO JOIN THE FUNDRAISING EFFORTS.
WHEN YOU REGISTER, THE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD A FUNDRAISING TEAM WILL BE PRESENTED. ALL FUNDS WILL SUPPORT THE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND FAMILY CENTERED PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF CHILDRENS CANCER NETWORK. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH FUNDRAISING OR TEAMS, CONTACT BEN AT BEN.GOKEE@CHILDRENSCANCNERNETWORK.ORG.
Races
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5K Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (7:45AM MST)
$38.10
Registration includes participation in the 5K, one official runner shirt, and one commemorative medal for all finishers. **Please contact Ben.Gokee@childrenscancernetwork.org for discounted rates for teams planning for more than 10 participants. -
10K Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (7:25AM MST)
$43.40
Registration includes participation in the 10K, one official runner shirt, and one commemorative medal for all finishers. **Please contact Ben.Gokee@childrenscancernetwork.org for discounted rates for teams planning for more than 10 participants. -
Hero Walk/Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (9:15AM MST)
Free
The Cancer Hero Walk is a jog or walk around the small lake within Mesa Riverview Park with the start line and finish line within the RTF Festival Area. Our cancer-fighting superheroes and their families will march to the cheers of the crowd as we honor their bravery and remember those who came before them. Registration for this event is recommended so we can prepare adequate numbers of superhero gear for our heroes! If you and your family are participating in the Cancer Hero Walk only, there is no need to attend packet pick up as your superhero gear will be available on the day of the event. Registration is the Hero Walk is for cancer heroes and their immediate family only. -
5K Walker or Runner and Cancer Hero Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (7:45AM MST)
$38.10
Registration includes participation in the 5K and cancer hero walk, one official runner shirt, and one commemorative medal for all finishers. **Please contact Ben.Gokee@childrenscancernetwork.org for discounted rates for teams planning for more than 10 participants. -
10K Walker or Runner and Cancer Hero Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (7:25AM MST)
$43.40
Registration includes participation in the 10K and cancer hero walk, one official runner shirt, and one commemorative medal for all finishers. **Please contact Ben.Gokee@childrenscancernetwork.org for discounted rates for teams planning for more than 10 participants. -
Virtual Runner/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
As a virtual participant, you choose the route, you chose the time, you choose your group and you make a difference to AZ families battling childhood cancer! Thank you so much! All registered participants of any age will receive a 2026 RTF finisher medal along with the 2026 RTF runner shirt. Your items along with your goodie packet will be available at the scheduled packet pick ups or in the mail. Thank you. Please email Ben.gokee@childrenscancernetwork.org for questions.
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Riverview Park, 2100 W Rio Salado Pkwy,, Mesa, 85201, AZ, United States
CHILDREN'S CANCER NETWORK'S RUN TO FIGHT CHILDREN'S CANCER
