Kathy's Run for Cancer

  • Date Sat 4th July 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Richland, Michigan
  • Price $33.30
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for Kathy's Run for Cancer on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Richland, Kalamazoo! This uplifting event will take place at Richland Gull Lake High School, located at 7753 N 34th St, Richland, MI 49083. Participants can choose between a 10K Run starting at 7:30 AM or a 5K Run beginning at 7:45 AM. Both courses wind through the picturesque streets surrounding Gull Lake Schools, providing a scenic backdrop while supporting a crucial cause.

Kathy's Run for Cancer is not just a race; it's a celebration of resilience and community spirit. Inspired by Kathy's journey with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, this event aims to raise funds for local cancer centers and support scholarships for Gull Lake High School seniors entering nursing school. With early registration fees starting at $30, this is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun-filled day with family and friends. Don't miss out on this chance to make a differenceβ€”register now and be part of an inspiring day!

Organiser's Description

RACE LOCATION:

* Richland Gull Lake High School, 7753 N 34th St, Richland, MI 49083
* The 2025 Race Location (Start/Finish) will be at the High School. This is the same location as last year.

ABOUT KATHY'S RUN FOR CANCER:

Kathy was diagnosed over the Memorial Day Weekend in 2023 with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. While there is no cure for this disease it is very treatable. Kathy has undergone multiple radiation and chemotherapy treatments. After twelve weeks shes had a great response to the treatment and is now only getting immunotherapy infusions every three weeks.

Kathy is a fighter, and her great attitude has been instrumental to her positive results. By supporting our local cancer centers and education Kathy feels this turns a difficult situation into something very positive.

The opportunity to revamp this race came at the right time as the committee for the Rose Run decided to step away. Kathy has gotten incredible care at the Bronson Cancer Center along with the West Michigan Cancer Center. Kathy would like to provide support for the work these organizations do by using the money raised during the race to support their efforts. In addition, Kathy desires to start a scholarship for graduating Gull Lake High School seniors wishing to enter nursing school.

Thank you for reading her story. Please pass the word along about this exciting event, Kathys Run for Cancer on the 4th of July 2025.

EVENT FEES:

* Early Registration fees are February 1st thru May 31st (11:59 pm) online registration is $30.00.
* Registration on June 1st to July 2nd (11:59 pm) online registration is $35.00 .
* Late Registration on July 3rd and July 4th is $40.00
* There is a family discount of $3 off per person with a quantity of 3-5 people.
* All Late Registrations must be done on computers or cell phones. No paper registrations onsite.
* No refunds will be issued.
* You will be guaranteed a tech shirt with online registration until midnight on June 23rd. No exchanges in size will be allowed at packet pickup. Once you touch the shirt, its yours. If you are not sure about sizing please size up from your normal size when registering.

EVENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

* Packet Pickup and Registration will be at the Richland Gull Lake High School (7753 N 34th St, Richland, MI 49083).
* Packet Pickup and Registration on Thursday, July 3rd @ 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
* Race Day Packet Pickup will begin on July 4th @ 6:00 am
* Race Time 10K Run @ 7:30 am. 5K Run @ 7:45 am
* EACH EVENT WILL HAVE 10 MINUTES TO START THEIR RACE

COURSE NOTES:

* All events start at the High School* (7753 N 34th St, Richland, MI 49083). The course winds through streets neighboring the Gull Lake Schools, as well as the Richland countryside. Aid stations are strategically placed on the course.
* Due to limitations with this years race the 10K route will be run on the 5K course twice around. The start line and finish line will be two separate chutes.

TEE SHIRTS:

* All shirts will be a technical tee shirt. You will be guaranteed a tech shirt with online registration until midnight on June 23rd.

RESULTS / AWARDS:

* Results will be LIVE on RunSignUp and posted during the event. Computerized timing with disposable chips provided by Mac's Sports Timing.
* Age Divisions: 9 and Under, 10-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and Over

SAFETY:

* Please social distance. For safety purposes, no bicycles, skateboards, roller-blades, or roller skates are allowed on the course. Baby strollers will be allowed. No dogs are allowed on the course during the race.

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.30 Fee & Technical Shirt

    Sat 4th July 2026 (7:45AM EDT)

    $33.30

    OPENS 10 FEB 26
  • 10K Run

    Incl. $3.30 Fee & Technical Shirt

    Sat 4th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $33.30

    OPENS 10 FEB 26

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