Champions of Hope
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About the race
Champions of Hope is an annual community event held in downtown Dothan at The Plant that raises funds for local cancer services and patient support. The event began in 2008 from the vision of a local nurse living with breast cancer and first drew more than 500 participants on the campus of Southeast Alabama Medical Center. Since then the event has raised more than one million dollars to support cancer awareness, early detection, and treatment-related services.
Over time the scope expanded from breast cancer to support survivors and previvors affected by all cancers in the region. Event features include commemorative t-shirts and finisher medals, roving entertainment, family-friendly activities, a butterfly release, local vendors, food trucks, speakers, an awards ceremony, and a pet-friendly Paws Fur Hope Hydration Station with a canine costume contest.
Distances offered
- 10K
- 5K
- Molly’s Mile (one-mile spirit walk)
Practical notes in the event information include that registrants must be at least 10 years old on race day to enter the 5K or 10K, there is no parking at The Plant, and online registration and packet pick up options are provided. Proceeds have funded services such as Cancer Navigation Services, 3D mammography, post-mastectomy comfort kits, and other patient supports. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
