Mighty MoJo Memorial Run for CDH Research
- Date Sat 12th April 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Media, Pennsylvania
- Price $16.90 - $27.97
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and inspiring experience at the 4th Annual Mighty MoJo Memorial Run for CDH Research, taking place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in the beautiful Ridley Creek State Park, Media, Delaware. This special event honors the memory of Molly Joan, who bravely fought against Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) for 44 days. By participating, you'll help raise awareness about CDH while contributing to vital research that aims to improve outcomes for future babies facing this condition.
Join us for a unique 4.4-mile run at 10 AM, followed by a 1-mile walk at approximately 10:05 AM. Both events promise a fun-filled morning with professionally timed races, live music, and family-friendly activities for all ages. Whether you're racing for a cause or enjoying a leisurely walk, every step contributes to a brighter future for those affected by CDH. With registration options and early bird pricing available, this is a fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference—mark your calendars for April 12th!
Join us for a unique 4.4-mile run at 10 AM, followed by a 1-mile walk at approximately 10:05 AM. Both events promise a fun-filled morning with professionally timed races, live music, and family-friendly activities for all ages. Whether you're racing for a cause or enjoying a leisurely walk, every step contributes to a brighter future for those affected by CDH. With registration options and early bird pricing available, this is a fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference—mark your calendars for April 12th!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 4TH ANNUAL MIGHTY MOJO MEMORIAL RUN, IN HONOR OF OUR MOLLY JOAN WHO FOUGHT FIERCELY FOR 44 DAYS AGAINST CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA (CDH) AT CHOP BEFORE PASSING AWAY IN SEPTEMBER 2021. OUR HOPE IS TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF CDH, A CONDITION AS COMMON AS CYSTIC FIBROSIS AND SPINA BIFIDA, AND RAISE MUCH NEEDED FUNDING TO HELP MAKE CDH A MORE MANAGEABLE DIAGNOSIS FOR THE FUTURE MOJOS OF THE WORLD. WE'VE RAISED OVER $80,000 THE LAST THREE YEARS, AND CANNOT WAIT FOR ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL EVENT.
WE ARE EXCITED TO OFFER SPONSORS AND OTHER SUPPORTERS A FUN-FILLED MORNING AT BEAUTIFUL RIDLEY CREEK STATE PARK. ALL NET PROCEEDS WILL GO TO CHOPS CDH RESEARCH FUND, WHICH IS CONTINUOUSLY COMING UP WITH INNOVATIVE WAYS TO HELP CDH BABIES HAVE A BETTER OUTCOME AND QUALITY OF LIFE.
4.4 MILE RUN AND 1 MILE WALK
TRY OUT THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND DISTANCE IN HONOR OF MOJO'S DAYS LIVED AT THIS SCENIC LOCAL GEM. OUR 4.4 MILE RUN WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 AT 10 AM. THE START AND FINISH LINE WILL BE ON THE SERVICE ROAD ALONG THE PAVED MULTI-USE TRAIL RIGHT NEAR SITE 11 AT RIDLEY CREEK STATE PARK AND WILL FOLLOW ONE FULL LOOP ALONG THE TRAIL. THE RACE WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY TIMED BY BRYN MAWR RACE COMPANY.
WE'VE ALSO PLANNED A 1 MILE WALK FOR THOSE WHO PREFER TO GO A SHORTER DISTANCE! THE 1 MILE WALK WILL BEGIN AT APPROXIMATELY 10:05 AM, AND WILL GO IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE RUNNERS, WITH AN OUT AND BACK COURSE. WALKERS ARE WELCOME TO GO FURTHER ON THE TRAIL, BUT NOTE THAT THE AFTER-RACE FESTIVITIES AND REFRESHMENTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN YOU RETURN.
THIS EVENT IS HELD RAIN OR SHINE. REMEMBER, THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS BAD WEATHER, ONLY INAPPROPRIATE CLOTHING. PLAN ACCORDINGLY :-)
PRICING
4.4 MILE RUN - $25.44 EARLY BIRD (THROUGH 1/31/25); $30.44 (2/1/25 - 3/12/25), $35.44 (3/13/25 - 4/11/25), $40 DAY OF RACE (4/12/25).
1 MILE RUN/WALK; $15 EARLY BIRD (THROUGH 1/31/25); $20 (2/1 - 4/11/25); $25 DAY OF RACE (4/12/25)
** TEAMS - $5 DISCOUNT FOR ALL MEMBERS WHEN SIGNING UP AS A TEAM! THIS IS AVAILABLE TO RUNNERS AND WALKERS!
PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS
*WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 - 6 TO 8 PM AT BURKE'S INN IN HAVERTOWN
*SATURDAY, APRIL 12 - 8:30 AM TILL RUN/WALK START TIME
AWARDS
PRIZES FOR THE 4.4 MILE RUN WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 OVERALL WINNERS AND 1ST PLACE WINNERS IN EACH AGE GROUP:
0-12
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
WINNERS MUST BE PRESENT TO CLAIM PRIZES!
AMENITIES
RACE REGISTRATION INCLUDES A T-SHIRT AND POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED. SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED UP THROUGH MARCH 14, 2025. BEYOND THEN, IT WILL BE A FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.
POST-RACE FESTIVITIES
THERE WILL BE LIVE MUSIC AND FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES FOR THE LITTLE ONES. PACK A LUNCH AND BRING THE FAMILY TO HANG OUT AFTERWARDS THERE IS PLENTY OF ROOM TO SPREAD OUT.
DONATIONS
DONATIONS ARE WELCOME! WITH YOUR $150 DONATION YOU WILL BE RECOGNIZED AS A "FAMILY SPONSOR." YOUR DONATION INCLUDES ENCOURAGEMENT SIGNAGE ALONG THE RACE COURSE AS WELL AS INCLUSION IN THE RACE DAY SPONSOR SLIDESHOW, IF DESIRED.
QUESTIONS
SHANNON CONNOR OR KEVIN BRUSSTAR, RACE DIRECTORS
[email protected]
THE FUTURE MOJOS OF THE WORLD THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND PARTICIPATION IN THIS EVENT!
WE ARE EXCITED TO OFFER SPONSORS AND OTHER SUPPORTERS A FUN-FILLED MORNING AT BEAUTIFUL RIDLEY CREEK STATE PARK. ALL NET PROCEEDS WILL GO TO CHOPS CDH RESEARCH FUND, WHICH IS CONTINUOUSLY COMING UP WITH INNOVATIVE WAYS TO HELP CDH BABIES HAVE A BETTER OUTCOME AND QUALITY OF LIFE.
4.4 MILE RUN AND 1 MILE WALK
TRY OUT THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND DISTANCE IN HONOR OF MOJO'S DAYS LIVED AT THIS SCENIC LOCAL GEM. OUR 4.4 MILE RUN WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 AT 10 AM. THE START AND FINISH LINE WILL BE ON THE SERVICE ROAD ALONG THE PAVED MULTI-USE TRAIL RIGHT NEAR SITE 11 AT RIDLEY CREEK STATE PARK AND WILL FOLLOW ONE FULL LOOP ALONG THE TRAIL. THE RACE WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY TIMED BY BRYN MAWR RACE COMPANY.
WE'VE ALSO PLANNED A 1 MILE WALK FOR THOSE WHO PREFER TO GO A SHORTER DISTANCE! THE 1 MILE WALK WILL BEGIN AT APPROXIMATELY 10:05 AM, AND WILL GO IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE RUNNERS, WITH AN OUT AND BACK COURSE. WALKERS ARE WELCOME TO GO FURTHER ON THE TRAIL, BUT NOTE THAT THE AFTER-RACE FESTIVITIES AND REFRESHMENTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN YOU RETURN.
THIS EVENT IS HELD RAIN OR SHINE. REMEMBER, THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS BAD WEATHER, ONLY INAPPROPRIATE CLOTHING. PLAN ACCORDINGLY :-)
PRICING
4.4 MILE RUN - $25.44 EARLY BIRD (THROUGH 1/31/25); $30.44 (2/1/25 - 3/12/25), $35.44 (3/13/25 - 4/11/25), $40 DAY OF RACE (4/12/25).
1 MILE RUN/WALK; $15 EARLY BIRD (THROUGH 1/31/25); $20 (2/1 - 4/11/25); $25 DAY OF RACE (4/12/25)
** TEAMS - $5 DISCOUNT FOR ALL MEMBERS WHEN SIGNING UP AS A TEAM! THIS IS AVAILABLE TO RUNNERS AND WALKERS!
PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS
*WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 - 6 TO 8 PM AT BURKE'S INN IN HAVERTOWN
*SATURDAY, APRIL 12 - 8:30 AM TILL RUN/WALK START TIME
AWARDS
PRIZES FOR THE 4.4 MILE RUN WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 OVERALL WINNERS AND 1ST PLACE WINNERS IN EACH AGE GROUP:
0-12
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
WINNERS MUST BE PRESENT TO CLAIM PRIZES!
AMENITIES
RACE REGISTRATION INCLUDES A T-SHIRT AND POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED. SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED UP THROUGH MARCH 14, 2025. BEYOND THEN, IT WILL BE A FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.
POST-RACE FESTIVITIES
THERE WILL BE LIVE MUSIC AND FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES FOR THE LITTLE ONES. PACK A LUNCH AND BRING THE FAMILY TO HANG OUT AFTERWARDS THERE IS PLENTY OF ROOM TO SPREAD OUT.
DONATIONS
DONATIONS ARE WELCOME! WITH YOUR $150 DONATION YOU WILL BE RECOGNIZED AS A "FAMILY SPONSOR." YOUR DONATION INCLUDES ENCOURAGEMENT SIGNAGE ALONG THE RACE COURSE AS WELL AS INCLUSION IN THE RACE DAY SPONSOR SLIDESHOW, IF DESIRED.
QUESTIONS
SHANNON CONNOR OR KEVIN BRUSSTAR, RACE DIRECTORS
[email protected]
THE FUTURE MOJOS OF THE WORLD THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND PARTICIPATION IN THIS EVENT!
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