Runway to a Cure
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Runway To a Cure
Runway To a Cure is a fundraising run and walk held on the runway at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa, Illinois, on September 19, 2026. The event includes multiple course options and a survivor recognition lap that highlights participants who have experienced cancer.
Distances included:
- 5K Runway To A Cure 5K
- 5K Survivor Run/Walk
- 1K Family Walk / Run
The event is described as family friendly and features music, community sponsors, and light post-race refreshments provided by JumpRun Café. A Survivor Recognition Lap is part of the program to honor survivors and recognize resilience.
The event was inspired by a personal experience with cancer treatment and by care received at Northwestern Medicine. Organizers present the event as a way to support cancer research and to recognize survivors, fighters, and loved ones.
All proceeds from Runway To a Cure support ongoing cancer research, with the stated aims of advancing treatments and improving outcomes for families affected by cancer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
