American Cancer Society
The mission of the American Cancer Society is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
Contact: Jessica Bloodgood
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (312) 967-8107
FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENTS
American Cancer Society runners commit to fundraising a minimum amount prior to race weekend, as outlined below:
- Grandma’s Marathon — $700
- Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon — $500
- William A. Irvin 5K — $300
The fundraising goal must be reached before the runner may register for the race. If the minimum fundraising amount is not met, the remaining balance will be charged to the runner.
PERKS
In addition to a 2024 entry to the Grandma’s Marathon weekend race of their choice, all American Cancer Society runners will also receive:
- Official Team DetermiNation technical shirt or tank
- Fundraising resources and support, including a personal fundraising page, to help you meet your fundraising goal
