Become a St. Jude Hero
St. Jude Heroes participate in some of the world’s greatest running events as part of a nationwide alliance against childhood cancer. When you run as a St. Jude Hero, your commitment to raising funds supports the life saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Upcoming Events
St. Jude Rock-n-Roll Nashville
April 26- 27, 2025
Prepare to be immersed in music culture from the expo to the finish line when you join us for the St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville.
Sydney Marathon presented by Asics
August 31, 2025
Applications are currently open for the 2025 Sydney Marathon. 2025 is the first year that Sydney is a part of the series and the first year we will have Heroes in the event.
Your support means so much to the kids of St. Jude.
St. Jude patient Katherin caps off big year with a first-time run in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend. As the half-marathon route took her through the St. Jude campus, the cancer survivor was flooded with memories of her treatment there.
I kind of like teared up a little bit, just because I saw the great emotion from families
that were standing there and just saw the support. I don't know them, but you could
feel the love and encouragement from each one of them.
- St. Jude patient Katherin
Stage 1
Commit to a fundraising level when you register to participate in one of our many fitness events.
Stage 2
Create and personalize your St. Jude fundraising page.
Stage 3
Raise money for the kids of St. Jude while training for your event. We'll support your goals with coaching and fundraising tips.
Stage 4
Participate in your race as a St. Jude Hero and enjoy the benefits that comes with it — based on your fundraising level.
As a participant, you’ll get online training resources and access to a national running coach. You’ll also have a personal fundraising coach and online tools to help you meet your goals. Joining the St. Jude Hero community connects you with others dedicated to curing childhood cancer. Your fundraising efforts will be recognized through special race weekend experiences and post-event rewards.
* Benefits are subject to your event and fundraising level.
Your participation helps us find cures for childhood cancer
As a nonprofit organization, St. Jude relies on the support of our generous donors to keep pushing for better treatment and cures for all types of cancer. When you participate in St. Jude charity runs, raise funds for or make a direct donation to St. Jude, not only are you helping us progress in our lifesaving work, but you are also supporting children with cancer around the world.
Questions? Email us at stjudeheroes@stjude.org or fill out our contact form.
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Training
Use our training plans to train for your marathon, half marathon, 10K or 5K.
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Use your fitness to help St. Jude
Get active and support St. Jude through sports or fitness fundraisers to save the lives of kids with cancer.
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Bike for charity with the St. Jude Ride
The St. Jude Ride unites bikers across the country with fundraising events for all ages and skill levels, from outdoor rides to studio cycling.
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Triathlons
Race as a St. Jude Hero in the St. Jude IRONMAN 70.3 Memphis or the South Beach Triathlon.
