2024 Charity Partner – LUNGevity

LUNGevity

LUNGevity Foundation is firmly committed to making an immediate impact on increasing quality of life and survivorship of all people diagnosed with lung cancer by accelerating research into early detection and more effective treatments, as well as providing community, support, and education for all those affected by the disease. Our vision is a world where no one dies of lung cancer.
 

Contact: Meredith Mursky (Chernesky)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (630) 272-2929

FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENTS
LUNGevity runners commit to fundraising a minimum amount prior to race weekend, as outlined below:

  • Grandma’s Marathon — $650
  • Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon — $650
  • William A. Irvin 5K — $350

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 2023 entry to the Grandma’s Marathon weekend race of their choice, all LUNGevity runners will also receive:

  • Team LUNGevity apparel
  • Team LUNGevity finisher medal
  • Invitation to Race Weekend Team Events
  • Chance to connect with team prior to race weekend via Zoom and group chat
  • Fundraising resources and support, including a personal fundraising page, to help you meet your fundraising goal