The Run For Sweet Caroline
- Date Sun 19th April 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Boca Raton, Florida
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Run For Sweet Caroline on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in beautiful Boca Raton, Palm Beach! This uplifting event honors the memory of Caroline Rhine, a beloved wife, mother, and friend who bravely faced the challenges of leiomyosarcoma. Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk starting at 7:30 AM and a 1-mile run/walk kicking off at 8:30 AM, making it a perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to come together for a meaningful cause.
The Run For Sweet Caroline aims to raise vital funds for sarcoma awareness, patient education, and research through reputable organizations, ensuring that Caroline's legacy lives on. The event will be adorned with cheerful sunflowers, symbolizing hope and resilience. Runners will receive finisher medals, and awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as age group winners. Enjoy a day filled with fun activities, including face painting, airbrush tattoos, and complimentary health screenings. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while celebrating life and community spirit! Sign up today and be part of something truly special!
The Run For Sweet Caroline aims to raise vital funds for sarcoma awareness, patient education, and research through reputable organizations, ensuring that Caroline's legacy lives on. The event will be adorned with cheerful sunflowers, symbolizing hope and resilience. Runners will receive finisher medals, and awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers, as well as age group winners. Enjoy a day filled with fun activities, including face painting, airbrush tattoos, and complimentary health screenings. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while celebrating life and community spirit! Sign up today and be part of something truly special!
Organiser's Description
The first annual RUN FOR SWEET CAROLINE will be held on April 19, 2026 in honor of beloved wife, mother and friend Caroline Rhine who passed away from a rare cancer called leiomyosarcoma on November 6, 2024. Thanks to generous donations from our sponsors to cover the cost of the event, 100% of the funds raised from registration fees and additional donations will go to support Sarcoma Awareness, Patient Education and Assistance, and Sarcoma Research through organizations like the Sarcoma Alliance, The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and the Leiomyosarcoma Support & Direct Research Foundation.
You will note the theme of sunflowers throughout the Run for Sweet Caroline. The sunflower has been the symbol of Sarcoma Awareness for nearly 20 years, and serves as a reminder to those affected by these cancers that there is hope for a brighter future. Sunflowers stand strong and tall, reflecting the suns light and always holding their heads high, even through adversity. Anyone who knew Caroline and saw how she lived her life with Sarcoma knows this quote captures her spirit perfectly.
Sign up as an individual participant or start a team and invite friends, family, colleagues, etc to participate and compete with other teams for top fundraising / top race performance honors.
National Anthem: 7:15am *** 5K Run/Walk starts 7:30am *** 1 Mile Run/Walk will start at 8:30am.
Race timing provided by Accuchip Timing.
Race Awards: Finisher Medal for all participants + Awards for top 3 (M/F) overall and by age group in 5 year increments.
Race t-shirts, fun giveaways, and family activities including face painting / air brush tattoos, shave ice, and more.
Free health screenings courtesy of the U Health Game Changer(tm) vehicle --> Click here for more info [https://umiamihealth.org/en/sylvester-comprehensive-cancer-center/research/community-outreach-activity/game-changer-vehicles]
Water will be provided at the water stations and water bottles will be at the Finish Line.
Race Director: Michael Rhine. 954-304-2837. sweetcarolinesarcomainc@gmail.com Managed by Runner's Edge Foundation
You will note the theme of sunflowers throughout the Run for Sweet Caroline. The sunflower has been the symbol of Sarcoma Awareness for nearly 20 years, and serves as a reminder to those affected by these cancers that there is hope for a brighter future. Sunflowers stand strong and tall, reflecting the suns light and always holding their heads high, even through adversity. Anyone who knew Caroline and saw how she lived her life with Sarcoma knows this quote captures her spirit perfectly.
Sign up as an individual participant or start a team and invite friends, family, colleagues, etc to participate and compete with other teams for top fundraising / top race performance honors.
National Anthem: 7:15am *** 5K Run/Walk starts 7:30am *** 1 Mile Run/Walk will start at 8:30am.
Race timing provided by Accuchip Timing.
Race Awards: Finisher Medal for all participants + Awards for top 3 (M/F) overall and by age group in 5 year increments.
Race t-shirts, fun giveaways, and family activities including face painting / air brush tattoos, shave ice, and more.
Free health screenings courtesy of the U Health Game Changer(tm) vehicle --> Click here for more info [https://umiamihealth.org/en/sylvester-comprehensive-cancer-center/research/community-outreach-activity/game-changer-vehicles]
Water will be provided at the water stations and water bottles will be at the Finish Line.
Race Director: Michael Rhine. 954-304-2837. sweetcarolinesarcomainc@gmail.com Managed by Runner's Edge Foundation
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