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Racing to Stop Lung Cancer
At the Starting Line with Katie & Meredith
That’s a wrap on spring 2025—and what a season it’s been!
📍 9 events across 6 states and 2 countries
💪75 athletes, including 4 lung cancer survivors
🔁13 Team LUNGevity Repeaters
👟1,100 miles raced
💰$121,003 raised for lung cancer research and support
From local impact to global reach, Team LUNGevity is showing no signs of slowing down.
We’ve got our eyes on the road ahead, with events scheduled all the way through spring 2026—including two new major partnerships we’re unveiling below! Plus, we’re celebrating our most loyal runners with new Repeaters Club rewards that recognize just how far you’ve gone with us.
Thank you for being part of this incredible community. Every mile, every dollar, and every finish line brings us closer to a world where no one dies of lung cancer—and we couldn’t do it without you!
In solidarity and stride,
Katie Ginda & Meredith Mursky
Team LUNGevity Program Managers
On Your Marks
Click the logos to learn more. If an event is sold out, you can still join the team with your own race entry!
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NOVEMBER 9 FREE entries available! |
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DECEMBER 7 |
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MARCH 1, 2026 |
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MAY 24, 2026 |
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BRING YOUR OWN BIB |
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New Events
Did you catch the newest additions to our race calendar? We’re proud to share that LUNGevity is now an Official Charity Partner with two incredible 2026 races: the Tokyo Marathon (March 1) and Sanlam Cape Town Marathon (May 24)!
Tokyo will be our fifth Abbott World Marathon Major, and Cape Town is on track to become the next Major this November—and we’re thrilled to offer you a chance to be part of both!
Applications are now open:
- Tokyo: 3 spots available—apply by July 13!
- Cape Town: 15 spots available—first-come, first-served!
Two incredible races. One life-changing mission. Grab your passport and help us fight lung cancer one step at a time!
Miles and Smiles
Congratulations to our amazing athletes on a successful spring season spreading lung cancer awareness across the country and around the world!
Schneider Electric Paris Marathon
April 13
Team LUNGevity laced up for our first international race of 2025 at the Schneider Electric Paris Marathon with sisters Katie and Bridget. A lung cancer survivor at just 34 years old, Katie checked running a marathon off her bucket list despite being told she’d probably never be able to do so. Together, the sisters raised almost $5,000 and enjoyed the trip of a lifetime. Read more about Katie’s marathon experience with 25% less lung and 25% more heart.
Big Sur International Marathon
April 27
Through rain, wind, and chilly coastal air, 18 unstoppable athletes powered their way along one of the world’s most scenic—and challenging—courses at the Big Sur International Marathon.
They braved the elements not just for the race, but for something far greater: to honor and remember loved ones affected by lung cancer. Together, they raised more than $30,000 to fuel innovative lung cancer research and life-changing patient programs. This incredible team brought together both seasoned alumni—including Jacob Flores, running his second Big Sur with Team LUNGevity in memory of his grandfather—and passionate newcomers, all united by a shared mission: to transform lung cancer.
America First Ogden Marathon
May 17
Ashton and Marty Blair ran their second marathon with Team LUNGevity dedicated to Ashton’s grandmother, Alegra. This scenic, downhill race provided a picturesque view of Utah’s mountains and canyons. Ashton and Marty’s race highlights the flexibility of our Bring Your Own Bib program- any place, anywhere, anytime!
Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 10K
May 18
Three incredible athletes raised more than $14,000, setting a new fundraising record at this race! Sydney Brown completed the 10K in memory of her mother, Kristin. Lisa and Anna Zarov, formed the team “In It For The Lung Run” and together raised more than $11,000. Lisa, a lung cancer survivor, participated in the 10K while her daughter, Anna, chose to tackle the half marathon, her second race with Team LUNGevity. This race was the perfect way to celebrate Lung Cancer Hope Month!
Grandma’s Marathon
June 20-21
Ten inspiring athletes raced across the 5K, half, and full marathon distances in Duluth, MN for Grandma’s Marathon. Despite the heat of the summer sun, these athletes persevered in their race to stop lung cancer. Together, they’ve raised over $15,000, surpassing last year’s total! The team included two lung cancer survivors, Caitlin Quinn and Lauren Coye—and another lung cancer survivor, Michelle Gydesen, joined our cheer squad! Caitlin, a Duluth native, has been featured in the local news to share her story and spread awareness. Be sure to check it out: From a Marathon to Medicine: A Duluth woman’s miraculous milestone outpaces a devastating diagnosis
Race, Repeat, Reward
Whether you’re running your second race or your eighth with Team LUNGevity, we’re here to celebrate your commitment to the cause. Our Repeaters Club—designed to reward those who come back year after year—just leveled up!
🎉 We’ve added a brand-new reward tier for events #6-8.
🎁We’ve also refreshed our existing rewards for Repeaters in the #2-3 and #4-5 race tiers.
More miles. More impact. More very cool stuff.
Already a Repeater? Your next reward is waiting! Thinking about coming back? Now’s the perfect time to join the club.
Beyond the Finish Line
💼 Team LUNGevity is hiring!
We’re looking for a passionate, mission-driven teammate to help grow our endurance program. View the job description and email your resume to careers@lungevity.org to apply.
🤝 Make your brand part of the team.
Know a company or employer that wants to support Team LUNGevity and make an impact? Email us at teamlungevity@lungevity.org for more details.
Running Tallies for 2025
