Miles for Miles
- Date Sat 6th March 2027
- Time 7:30AM CST
- Location Olathe, Kansas
- Price $39.29 - $65.79
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting "Miles for Miles" event on Saturday, March 6th, 2027, in Olathe, Johnson! This inspiring race is dedicated to supporting the brave journey of 10-year-old Miles Jacobsen, who has been a beacon of hope for many while battling an inoperable brain tumor. As a passionate advocate for children's brain tumor awareness, Miles has turned his challenges into a mission to raise both funds and spirits through running.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day, with various race distances designed to accommodate everyone, from seasoned runners to families looking to join in on the excitement. All proceeds from the event will benefit The Children's Brain Tumor Foundation, aiding their crucial work in supporting families and funding groundbreaking medical research. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference in the lives of children fighting brain cancer while celebrating the resilience of Miles and countless others. Lace up your shoes and be part of this meaningful cause!
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day, with various race distances designed to accommodate everyone, from seasoned runners to families looking to join in on the excitement. All proceeds from the event will benefit The Children's Brain Tumor Foundation, aiding their crucial work in supporting families and funding groundbreaking medical research. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference in the lives of children fighting brain cancer while celebrating the resilience of Miles and countless others. Lace up your shoes and be part of this meaningful cause!
Organiser's Description
The reason for this race: Miles Jacobsen is 10 years old and currently in 4th grade. His family moved to KC in 2021 when his dad was hired as the Lead Teaching Pastor at Heartland Community Church off Strang Line Rd in Olathe.
Miles Jacobsen is one of the many kids in Kansas City battling a brain tumor. Days after his 9th birthday in March 2024, he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. After a long year of chemotherapy, Miles is now awaiting the development of more targeted therapy that will help him fight the growth of this tumor. Despite these challenges, Miles is a joyful and active kid whose positive outlook has inspired hundreds, if not thousands, of people since his diagnosis. His heart beats strong for people of all ages who are enduring their own cancer journeys, and hes always looking to lift other peoples spirits. He has taken to running over the last year as a way to raise funds and awareness for childrens brain tumors. As the namesake for the Miles for Miles Foundation, he is a young spokesperson raising awareness and funds for his own future, and the future of many kids who are fighting their own brain cancer battles.
Because brain tumor research is the least funded cancer research in the country, every donation matters! Thats why the proceeds from this race will be donated to The Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation to support their work helping families affected by pediatric brain tumors, and to fund cutting edge medical research.
Proceeds of this race will be donated to The Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation on behalf of the Miles for Miles Foundation.
Miles Jacobsen is one of the many kids in Kansas City battling a brain tumor. Days after his 9th birthday in March 2024, he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. After a long year of chemotherapy, Miles is now awaiting the development of more targeted therapy that will help him fight the growth of this tumor. Despite these challenges, Miles is a joyful and active kid whose positive outlook has inspired hundreds, if not thousands, of people since his diagnosis. His heart beats strong for people of all ages who are enduring their own cancer journeys, and hes always looking to lift other peoples spirits. He has taken to running over the last year as a way to raise funds and awareness for childrens brain tumors. As the namesake for the Miles for Miles Foundation, he is a young spokesperson raising awareness and funds for his own future, and the future of many kids who are fighting their own brain cancer battles.
Because brain tumor research is the least funded cancer research in the country, every donation matters! Thats why the proceeds from this race will be donated to The Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation to support their work helping families affected by pediatric brain tumors, and to fund cutting edge medical research.
Proceeds of this race will be donated to The Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation on behalf of the Miles for Miles Foundation.
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