No images? Click here
Racing to Stop Lung Cancer
At the Starting Line
Blooming buds, bark mulch, and bright skies can only mean one thing – spring has sprung! The energy at Team LUNGevity has never been higher, and it’s all thanks to the dedication you bring to the pavement every single day.
Our season started off with a bang – two races, on the same day, on opposite sides of the globe! But we aren’t just logging miles; we’re hitting milestones that change lives. Thank you for showing up, digging deep, and proving that when we move together, we are unstoppable.
With lots of excitement still in store, we hope to see you at one of our start lines – or off the course at one of our volunteer opportunities or entertainment events!
Happy spring miles,
Meredith, Gia, and Katie
Team LUNGevity Program Managers
On Your Marks
Click the logos to learn more.
| |
APRIL 26, 2026 |
|
| |
May 16, 2026 |
|
| |
MAY 17, 2026 |
|
| |
MAY 24, 2026 |
|
| |
June 7, 2026 |
|
| |
JUNE 19-20, 2026 |
|
| |
AUGUST 22-23, 2026 |
|
| |
AUGUST 30, 2026 |
|
| |
SEPTEMBER 27, 2026 |
|
| |
OCTOBER 11, 2026 |
|
| |
NOVEMBER 1, 2026 |
|
| |
MARCH 7, 2027 |
|
| |
BRING YOUR OWN BIB |
|
| | |
Off to the Races
Congratulations to all! Across three events, 40 athletes raised a total of $74,951 toward lifesaving research and support services:
Tokyo Marathon: Crossing continents and crushing goals! Team LUNGevity made its debut in Tokyo with 6 athletes raising more than $24,000. For many, Tokyo was the next stop in their Abbott World Marathon Major journey, with one athlete earning her 7th star!
Kaiser Permanente Napa Valley Marathon and Half Marathon: Rolling vineyards provided the perfect backdrop for our 12 athletes, who raised nearly $12,000! They laced up for parents, grandparents, and friends impacted by lung cancer, while their loved ones cheered on from the sidelines.
United Airlines NYC Half: It was another fantastic year in the Big Apple where 21 athletes braved a windy race day and raised almost $39,000. We had a blast celebrating with an expo meet up, team lunch, race day cheer station, and post-race happy hour. Extra shout-out to our 6 first-time half marathoners on an amazing achievement!
Bringing Hope from Hawaii to Boston
When Shay Nakahira learned that her friend and classmate, Dylan, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer at just 27 years old, she jumped into action. Next month, she’ll be racing in Dylan’s honor at the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America while Dylan returns to finish his final year of medical school. Together, they’ve raised nearly $20,000 – with no sign of stopping!
You can join Shay as part of our Bring Your Own Bib (B.Y.O.B.) program by selecting any race – a local 5K, destination race, multi-sport event, or anything in between – and setting your own fundraising goal!
Volunteer Opportunities
Chi Town Half Marathon & 10K
📍 Chicago, IL
🌊 Montrose Harbor
📅 April 4
⏰ 5:45 – 11:30 am
Whether you're helping with registration, managing water stations, or handing out medals, there’s a role for everyone! All Community Events will make a donation to LUNGevity in exchange for volunteers. The more volunteers, the larger the donation!
Run as One 4M Presented by JPMorgan Chase
📍 New York, NY
🌳 Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park
📅 April 12
⏰ 7:00 – 10:30 am
Host a Team LUNGevity table, share information about our events, and connect with other athletes at this sold-out NYRR race.
HOPE Summit
📍 Dallas, TX
🏢 Westin Galleria Dallas
📅 May 1
⏰ 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Interact with lung cancer patients and caregivers and share information about our Team LUNGevity program at LUNGevity’s flagship survivorship conference.
LungXperience Tour
📍 Nationwide
📅 Year-round
Represent LUNGevity at this mobile health initiative created to help people understand lung cancer facts, screening eligibility, and why early detection matters.
Beyond the Finish Line
Taking a break from racing? Spend a night out on the town with LUNGevity!
Freestyle Love Supreme
📍 New York, NY
🏢 Tribeca 360
📅 May 13
⏰ 7:00 pm
Experience the award-winning hip-hop improv sensation founded by Lin-Manuel Miranda! All proceeds benefit LUNGevity.
Laughs for LUNGevity
📍 Chicago, IL
🎭 The Second City
📅 June 11
⏰ 7:00 pm
A night of cocktails and comedy chaired by Team LUNGevity alums Lindsey Clark, Julie Forster, Lauren Kleist, and Meredith Mursky!
Early-bird pricing available until April 15 or sold out!
Running Tallies for 2026
