Gavin and Bryson Blount Memorial 5k
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Newark, Delaware
$38.60 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the Gavin and Bryson Blount Memorial 5K on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in Newark, New Castle. This heartwarming event honors the courageous journeys of two young brothers, Gavin and Bryson Blount, who faced their battles with cancer with incredible strength. The 5K run/walk is not just a race; it's a celebration of community support and resilience, with all proceeds benefiting The Ahmad Butler Foundation. This remarkable organization is dedicated to improving the lives of children battling cancer and their families, providing vital resources and support.
By participating in this meaningful event, you'll help us raise awareness and funds to continue supporting families like the Blounts who have been impacted by childhood cancer. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a day filled with inspiration, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to making a difference in the lives of those in need. Together, let's honor Gavin and Bryson's legacy and strive for a brighter future for all children facing these challenges. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run for a cause that matters!
By participating in this meaningful event, you'll help us raise awareness and funds to continue supporting families like the Blounts who have been impacted by childhood cancer. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a day filled with inspiration, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to making a difference in the lives of those in need. Together, let's honor Gavin and Bryson's legacy and strive for a brighter future for all children facing these challenges. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run for a cause that matters!
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Gavin and Bryson Blount Memorial 5k
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.60
Organiser's description
In October 2021, 5 year old Gavin Blount was diagnosed with brain cancer. Only 3 months later, in January 2022, his 3 year old little brother Bryson was diagnosed with ALL Leukemia. Both Gavin and Bryson were diagnosed with CMMRD, or Constitutional Mismatch Repair Deficiency, which made both boys predisposed to developing aggressive cancers. Treatment began immediately for both boys.
Unfortunately, due to the boys having CMMRD, the cancers in each of the boys grew too rapidly despite their aggressive treatments. Sadly, on February 18, 2023, Gavin passed away at the age of 6. Only 10 months later, on December 19, 2023, Bryson passed away at the age of 5.
The Ahmad Butler Foundation (ABF) assisted the Blounts with everyday financial expenses, as well as funeral costs for both boys. They continue to support the Blounts with a community of wonderful people who can understand and relate to all the family has been through.
The Ahmad Butler Foundation was established as a charitable nonprofit organization with a mission to support children with cancer and other life threatening diseases, while aiding in the improvement of their quality of life. The ABF offers programs that focus on filling the educational, social, emotional, and financial gaps experienced by families post-diagnosis. To date, ABF has served over 10,000 People. ABF is also the leading group in the Million Family March, a march to demand congress allocate more money to childhood cancer research and support.
All proceeds from the race will go to The Ahmad Butler Foundation, to assist them in making a larger impact on families like the Blounts.
Unfortunately, due to the boys having CMMRD, the cancers in each of the boys grew too rapidly despite their aggressive treatments. Sadly, on February 18, 2023, Gavin passed away at the age of 6. Only 10 months later, on December 19, 2023, Bryson passed away at the age of 5.
The Ahmad Butler Foundation (ABF) assisted the Blounts with everyday financial expenses, as well as funeral costs for both boys. They continue to support the Blounts with a community of wonderful people who can understand and relate to all the family has been through.
The Ahmad Butler Foundation was established as a charitable nonprofit organization with a mission to support children with cancer and other life threatening diseases, while aiding in the improvement of their quality of life. The ABF offers programs that focus on filling the educational, social, emotional, and financial gaps experienced by families post-diagnosis. To date, ABF has served over 10,000 People. ABF is also the leading group in the Million Family March, a march to demand congress allocate more money to childhood cancer research and support.
All proceeds from the race will go to The Ahmad Butler Foundation, to assist them in making a larger impact on families like the Blounts.
Location
Glasgow Regional Park, 2275 Pulaski Highway, Newark, 19702, DE, United States
Gavin and Bryson Blount Memorial 5k
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