Head for the Cure 5K - Kansas City
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Head for the Cure 5K - Kansas City
The 25th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Kansas City is a fund-raising 5K run/walk held on August 22, 2027, at Corporate Woods (Building 40), 9401 Indian Creek Pkwy, Overland Park, KS 66210. The event raises awareness, funds, and support for brain tumor research, patient programs, and education.
Funds raised through this event will locally benefit the University of Kansas Cancer Center, Saint Luke’s, Children’s Mercy Kansas City, Solace House, Head for the Cure’s Path to Hope, and other national brain cancer programs and initiatives.
Event programming on race day includes packet pick up, a kids fun run, recognition ceremonies, a brain tumor survivor photo, and special recognitions for caregivers, healthcare professionals, survivors, and memorial honorees. The event provides resources for team fundraising, including a Team Captain Kit and guidance on team formation and fundraising.
Distances
- 5K run/walk
- 100 m Kids Fun Run
The event lists multiple local and national sponsors and posts race results and a gallery from past events. Fundraising features and top individual and team fundraisers are highlighted as part of the event’s community and research support efforts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
