THE CAUSE

St. Jude is unlike any other pediatric treatment and research facility. Discoveries made here have completely changed how the world treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. With research and patient care under one roof, St. Jude is where some of today's most gifted researchers are able to do science more quickly.

St. Jude researchers are published and cited more often in high impact publications than any other private pediatric oncology research institution in America. St. Jude is a place where many doctors send some of their sickest patients and toughest cases. A place where cutting-edge research and revolutionary discoveries happen every day. We've built America's second-largest health-care charity so the science never stops.

All patients accepted for treatment at St. Jude are treated without regard to the family's ability to pay.

Find inspiration to achieve your health and fitness goals while raising funds and building awareness for the mission of St. Jude. Participate in the St. Jude Heroes Team Challenge and form a fundraising team comprised of friends, family or coworkers as you vie to become the top fundraising or fastest team in town. Don’t have a team to join or form?  That’s ok, just select “yes” to become a Hero during race registration and raise funds as an individual.

Run or walk for those that can’t – the patients of St. Jude - and make a difference in the lives of children fighting cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.  You will be provided with all the fundraising and training tools that you need to achieve your personal and team goals.

Register for the Heroes Team Challenge or as an individual St. Jude Hero during race registration. Simply select “Yes” to become a Hero for $10. If you are joining the Team Challenge you will be asked to create a team name if you are the team captain. Team members will just enter the team name into the appropriate field and will automatically be added to the team.

Within 72 hours, you will receive a confirmation email from St. Jude that will contain your username and password for your fundraising account located at www.stjudeheroes.org.  Login to your account and customize your page with personal photos and a message about why you are supporting the children of St. Jude. Share your website with friends and family and ask for their support!