Mighty MoJo Memorial Run for CDH Research

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026
  • Time 10:00AM EDT
  • Location Media, Pennsylvania
  • Price $28.09 - $44.47
  • Races 2 races

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Event summary

Join us for the 5th Annual Mighty MoJo Memorial Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at beautiful Ridley Creek State Park in Media, Delaware. This uplifting event honors the memory of Molly Joan, who bravely battled Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) for 44 days. The Mighty MoJo Run aims to raise awareness and funds for CDH research, a condition that affects countless families. Participants can choose to take part in a unique 4.4-mile run or a 1-mile walk, with the run kicking off at 10 AM and the walk following shortly after at approximately 10:05 AM.

Expect a fun-filled morning with professional timing by Bryn Mawr Race Company, post-race refreshments from Outback Steakhouse, and exciting family-friendly activities. Participants will also receive a commemorative T-shirt, with guaranteed shirts for those who register by March 13, 2026. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, the Mighty MoJo Memorial Run is a fantastic way to support a vital cause while enjoying the great outdoors. Mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE 5TH 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 $100,000 THE LAST FOUR 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 11, 2026 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 - $30.44 EARLY BIRD (THROUGH 1/31/26); $35.44 (2/1/26 - 3/11/26), $40.44 (3/12/26 - 4/10/26), $45 DAY OF RACE (4/11/26).
1 MILE RUN/WALK; $20 EARLY BIRD (THROUGH 1/31/26); $25 (2/1 - 4/10/26); $30 DAY OF RACE (4/11/26)
** TEAMS - $5 DISCOUNT FOR ALL MEMBERS WHEN SIGNING UP AS A TEAM! THIS IS AVAILABLE TO RUNNERS AND WALKERS!

PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS
*WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8 - 6 TO 8 PM AT BURKE'S INN IN HAVERTOWN
*SATURDAY, APRIL 11 - 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 INCLUDING A SPREAD FROM OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE IN CONSHOHOCKEN AND SWEET MESSINA'S BAKERY. SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED UP THROUGH MARCH 13, 2026. BEYOND THEN, IT WILL BE A FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

POST-RACE FESTIVITIES
THERE WILL BE 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 YOUR FAMILY NAME FEATURED ON OUR T-SHIRT.

QUESTIONS
SHANNON CONNOR OR KEVIN BRUSSTAR, RACE DIRECTORS
MIGHTYMOJORUN@GMAIL.COM

THE FUTURE MOJOS OF THE WORLD THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND PARTICIPATION IN THIS EVENT!

Races

  • 4.4 Miles

    Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $44.47

  • 1 Mile Walk

    Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    $28.09

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Location

Ridley Creek State Park - Pavilions 11a & 11bΒ , 1023 Sycamore Mills Road, Media, 19063, PA, United States

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