Join NBTS’s campaign to raise awareness about the importance of biomarker testing and clinical trials for patients with brain tumors.
READ MORENational Brain Tumor Society is excited to be back in Texas at AT&T Stadium on March 1, 2025 for a 5K walk/run to raise awareness and funds to support the needs of brain tumor patients and their families. The DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race is a family-friendly event for all ages! Join us for a morning of celebration, remembrance, and hope at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. Your community is here. Let’s discover a cure, together.
In-person participation options include an event t-shirt if you register prior to February 5, 2025. Event t-shirts are not guaranteed to late registrants. Registration fees will increase 30 days prior to event day, and again on event week.
Registration Fees:
Volunteers are essential to the Texas Brain Tumor Walk & Race! Thank you for your dedication to our shared mission. Groups, schools, community organizations, families and individuals are all welcome to volunteer. Need student community service hours? Our event is perfect!
Register online choosing “volunteer” as your participation type. Once registered, you will receive an email to confirm your volunteer shift. For more information about volunteer opportunities at the Texas Brain Tumor Walk & Race, please contact Christine Curtin at DFWinfo@braintumor.org.
Virtual Participant
FREE registration for those who are unable to attend the event in person. Event t-shirts will be mailed to all virtual participants who raise $75 or more by February 5, 2025. T-shirts will arrive to you by event day. Virtual participants who register after February 7, 2025, will not qualify for an event t-shirt.
7:00 a.m. – Day of Event Registration Open
-timed runner registration ends at 8 a.m.
-walker registration ends at 8:30 a.m.
7:00 a.m. – Pre-registered Participant Check-In Opens
– pick up your event t-shirt
– pick up your runner bib if you are a timed participant
8:00 a.m. – Remembrance Ceremony
-this is a time for those who have lost someone to gather and honor them
8:30 a.m. – Opening Ceremony
– David Arons, CEO, National Brain Tumor Society
– 2025 Survivor speaker
– Survivor tribute, photo, and march to the race start
9:00 a.m. – 5K Run and Walk Begin
10:15 a.m. – Closing Ceremony and Awards Begin
10:30 a.m. – Self-guided tours of AT&T Stadium begin
Free on-site parking will be available in Lot 10.
For the walk/run, participants have the choice to run the 5K as a timed participant, untimed runner, or walk the 5K or 1 mile route at your own pace. Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome. For the little ones, stop by our Kids Tent for fun activities. Light refreshments and water will be available for all participants, but you are welcome to bring your own as well. Please note, due to stadium regulations, pets are not allowed at the event.
Questions? Email us at DFWinfo@braintumor.org.
Fundraising for the brain tumor community takes real commitment to our cause, so we want to celebrate your successes.
Our NBTS Accelerator Club recognizes event participants like you driving brain tumor breakthroughs forward through your fundraising efforts. The more you raise, the more additional prizes you can earn. By raising $250 or more on your personal fundraising page by event day, you will become part of the NBTS Accelerator Club.
$250 – Accelerator: By raising $250 or more on your personal fundraising page by event day, you will become part of the NBTS Accelerator Club and receive exclusive benefits, including:
$5,000 – Changemaker
In addition to the Accelerator Club benefits, you will also receive:
$10,000 – Groundbreaker
In addition to the Accelerator Club Benefits, you will also receive:
Additional Individual Fundraising Prizes:
Achieve one of the milestones listed below by March 15 and your prize will be mailed directly to your home post-event.
National Brain Tumor Society wants to make sure you are successful in your fundraising efforts. Equip yourself with these curated fundraising resources to maximize your impact.
Download our Good Move Fundraising app! Fundraising and communicating with your network is now easier than ever with our new mobile app available on the Apple or Google Play Store. You will also receive an email after you register with more information and a direct link to get started in the app! Watch this video tutorial for a quick walkthrough of the app!
Have more questions? Email us at DFWinfo@braintumor.org and we will help!
Share your WHY on social media to encourage friends and followers to join your team or donate to your DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race fundraising efforts.
Sample Social Media Posts:
Team Captain:
I’m leading team <TEAM NAME> in the 2025 DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race, with a goal of raising $X,XXX for the National Brain Tumor Society. Will you support my fundraising efforts by making a donation today? Every dollar raised helps NBTS provide patients with brain tumors and their caregivers a better chance. Donate online at my personal fundraising link: <INSERT LINK>. Thank you for your support!
Team Member/Individual Participant:
I’ve set a goal of raising $X,XXX for the National Brain Tumor Society as a participant in the 2025 DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race. Will you support my fundraising efforts by making a donation today? Every dollar raised helps NBTS provide patients with brain tumors and their caregivers a better chance. Donate online at my personal fundraising link: <INSERT LINK>. Thank you for your support!
Personal Story – Sharing your WHY:
I’ve set a goal of raising $X,XXX for the National Brain Tumor Society as a participant in the 2025 DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race. This cause is personal to me because <insert personal story here>. It would mean so much if you could support my fundraising efforts by making a donation today. <INSERT LINK>. Thank you for your support!
| Rank | Team Name | Amount Earned |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Facing Giants | $2,605.55 |
| 2 | Team Kamrin | $2,409.02 |
| 3 | Team Harbour | $2,289.15 |
| 4 | Team Artie | $2,216.50 |
| 5 | Team Schoessow | $2,151.15 |
| 6 | Ride the Brainwave | $2,098.85 |
| 7 | Team Taylor | $1,788.32 |
| 8 | Rally 4 Randall | $1,571.19 |
| 9 | Dickey Insurance | $1,550.00 |
| 10 | No More | $1,200.89 |
| Rank | Participant Name | Amount Earned |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taylor Durham | $1,098.32 |
| 2 | Natalie Dickey | $1,000.00 |
| 3 | Rachel | $946.54 |
| 4 | Kamrin Lazenby | $876.52 |
| 5 | Jonathan Cunningham | $860.00 |
| 6 | Stephanie Quinn | $743.35 |
| 7 | Stephanie Watson | $683.00 |
| 8 | Becky McBeth | $606.01 |
| 9 | Cheryl Wolters | $561.25 |
| 10 | Carolyn Johnson | $558.11 |
As an event sponsor, your organization will connect with the brain tumor community on a platform that will enable meaningful and enduring impact for both your brand and our mission. Sponsorship will allow your organization to make a difference in the lives of millions.
For more information, please contact: partnerships@braintumor.org or 617.863.8345.
For more information about the DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race, please contact Christine Curtin at DFWinfo@braintumor.org.
