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Racing to Stop Lung Cancer
Starting Line with Katie & Meredith
What an amazing year it has been! With every one of our combined 3,900 miles, and every dollar of the $471,518 raised, we’ve turned action into real hope for people living with lung cancer. Together, we have reimagined what’s possible:
- Largest teams ever in 8 races,
- highest fundraising totals ever in 4 races,
- and 178 Team LUNGevity athletes crushing 20 total events.
But we’re just warming up. Let’s keep showing the world what Team LUNGevity can do.
Grateful and ready for what’s next,
Katie Ginda & Meredith Mursky
Team LUNGevity Program Managers
Racing Recaps
From iconic marathons to personal B.Y.O.B. triumphs, we see the heart you pour into every mile.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon: Celebrating our largest team ever (47!) including a lung cancer survivor, Jennifer Rosato Perea! Longtime supporter Frank Wannop was recognized for his 10th year in Chicago. We had a blast at the team lunch, and the cheer station brought plenty of energy to the Windy City.
TCS New York City Marathon: Next up was the Big Apple, where 41 athletes raised a record-breaking $215,000 with unmatched determination. And can you believe it? Among those 41 was our all-star from Chicago, Frank!
Madison Marathon: A cold and rainy day made for a tough race, but Chelsea Perschon enjoyed her experience and is already signed up for another in the spring.
“I’m a long-time runner but began entering races running for LUNGevity with my first 5K, then two half marathons, and wanted to run my first marathon for LUNGevity as well!”
Honolulu Marathon: Thomas Ferris soaked up the sun and tropical scenery while proudly representing Team LUNGevity in Hawaii.
Thomas and Chelsea's experiences are a perfect example of taking the race to stop lung cancer to any race, any distance, at any time through the B.Y.O.B. program.
Celebrating Our Elite Repeaters
Special recognition to Heather Magee, our star Repeater of the year, who completed five races with Team LUNGevity in tribute to her mother. In 2024, we had 37 Repeaters who went the extra mile ... literally!
When you join the Repeaters Club, you earn exclusive perks like collectible pins, special gear, and priority access to exclusive race spots. But what's more is the feeling when you connect with a passionate community committed to making a difference, race after race.
What challenge will you take on next?
Running Tallies of 2024
On Your Marks
Click the logos to learn more about our Official Charity Partner events. If an event is sold out, you can still join the team with your own race entry!
February 2
Registration Closes TOMORROW, Dec 20
March 16
Sold Out
April 13
Free Entries Available
April 27
Free Entries Available to the Marathon, 21-mi, & 11-mi
June 20-21
Free Entries Available to the Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K
September 21
Sold Out
October 12
Sold Out
Bring Your Own Bib
Race of your choice – any place, anywhere, any time
More exciting announcements coming soon!
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Watch Now: Sean Swarner runs the Great World Race
Athlete Spotlight: Katie Gilmore Runs Her First Marathon After Overcoming Lung Cancer While Pregnant
Medal Monday: Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Medal Monday: TCS New York City Marathon
Athlete Spotlight: Greg Smith runs the TCS New York City Marathon for his brother, Jeff
