Join NBTS’s campaign to raise awareness about the importance of biomarker testing and clinical trials for patients with brain tumors.
READ MOREThe greater Philadelphia brain tumor community will come together on Saturday, October 11, 2025 for a 5K Walk/Run to raise awareness and funds to support the needs of patients with a brain tumor and their families. The Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia is a family-friendly event for all ages! Join us for a morning of celebration, remembrance and hope. Your community is here. Let’s discover a cure, together.
In-person participation options include an event t-shirt if you register prior to September 15, 2025. Event t-shirts are not guaranteed to late registrants. Registration fees will increase on August 11, 2025, and again on event week.
Registration Fees:
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 September 15, 2025. T-shirts will arrive to you by event day. Virtual participants who register after September 15, will not qualify for an event t-shirt.
Volunteers are essential to the Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia! 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 Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia, please contact Theresa Milanese at tmilanese@braintumor.org.
Event Location: Cooper River Park
5300 N Park Dr, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08109
7:30 AM – Registration Opens
8:30 AM – Remembrance Ceremony
9:00 AM – Opening Ceremony Starts
10:00 AM – Race Start
11:15 AM – Closing Ceremony and Awards
The event is RAIN or SHINE.
For the walk/run, participants have the choice to run the 5K as a timed participant, untimed runner, or walk at your own pace. Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome. Water will be available at the halfway point of the 5K and at the event site, along with light snacks.
Questions? Email us at RacePHLinfo@braintumor.org.
Please plan to arrive early as we anticipate large crowds. In addition to the parking lots, there is plenty of off street parking available. The address of the event site is 5300 N Park Dr, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08109.
Fundraising for the brain tumor community takes real commitment to our cause, so we want to celebrate your successes.
Our NBTS Accelerator Club will recognize 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 October 25 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 RacePHLinfo@braintumor.org and we will give you a call!
| Rank | Team Name | Amount Earned |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ReMARKable Strides | $1,275.00 |
| 2 | Team Bald Bubby | $257.50 |
| 3 | wEVibe | $125.00 |
| 4 | Team FM with Harry | $90.00 |
| 5 | Jeanie Our Angel | $75.00 |
| 6 | PFD Brain Team | $70.00 |
| 7 | Jim’s Geniuses | $65.00 |
| 8 | Team Aunt Gigi | $50.00 |
| 9 | Keeping Up With Nana | $40.00 |
| 10 | American Flyers | $35.00 |
| Rank | Participant Name | Amount Earned |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandra Kramer | $1,275.00 |
| 2 | Irene | $80.00 |
| 3 | Louis Lanza | $50.00 |
| 4 | Gina Dwyer | $45.00 |
| 5 | Laura Nalepa | $35.00 |
| 6 | Colleen M. Rodriguez | $35.00 |
| 7 | Minjeong Yeon | $30.00 |
| 8 | Jennifer Hultzapple | $30.00 |
| 9 | Genevieve Tung | $30.00 |
| 10 | Will Tung | $30.00 |
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, please contact your Regional Director, Theresa Milanese at tmilanese@braintumor.org or 484-947-1964.
