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Defeating
Brain Cancer
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Upcoming Events

Since 2003, more than 250,000 people have joined us for events and raised $30 million in our fight against brain cancer! Whether you’re a casual walker, a competitive runner, or simply want to support brain cancer research and programs, a Head for the Cure event is something you don’t want to miss. Find an event near you!

Orange County 5K

March 21, 2026

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Concert for the Cure

April 2, 2026

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Mid Missouri 5K

April 11, 2026

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Nashville 5K

April 18, 2026

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St. Louis Packet Pickup 2026

April 18, 2026

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Meet Path to Hope

Advocacy, Education, and Connection Resources For the Brain Tumor Community

From diagnosis to daily living, we provide trusted information and support to help you understand, manage, and cope with a brain tumor.

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Community Recognitions

Honoring those we've lost, patients & survivors, caregivers, and healthcare personnel at our 5K run/walk events and beyond.

Zachary Alexander - In Memoriam

LEGACY OF HOPE

Zachary Alexander

Zachary was diagnosed at the age of 5 with choroid plexus brain cancer.
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KEEPING THE FAITH

Stephen Kuryla

A 20 year survivor, Stephen has the best attitude to continue to live life to the fullest.
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Nasima Ahmed - Legacy of Love

LEGACY OF LOVE

Nasima Ahmed

From the moment we learned of our dad's diagnosis, our mom committed her life to doing...
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HEALTHCARE HERO

Carissa Grande

Have you ever met someone who makes you feel happy just by being around them?
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Recent News

Path to Relief Applications Are Open!

We’re thrilled to share that applications for the Path to Relief Fund are now officially open! This fund was created to provide relief for families navigating the challenges of a...
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Find A Cure Panel – Patients & Caregivers

Find A Cure Panel specializes in patient research for rare and serious diseases and has new research for people and caregivers of people who have/had astrocytomas or oligodendroglioma....
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Meet Our New National Sponsor: Project MFG

We are excited to share more about our newest national sponsor, Project MFG!...
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Reach Our Nurse Navigator

The Nurse Navigator, provided by the Brain Cancer Support and Solutions Alliance, helps patients and caregivers navigate care options, providing one-on-one support to create a personalized action plan to identify and access the best treatments and tests.

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Reach Our Nurse Navigator

The Nurse Navigator, provided by the Brain Cancer Support and Solutions Alliance, helps patients and caregivers navigate care options, providing one-on-one support to create a personalized action plan to identify and access the best treatments and tests.

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Our Mission

Head for the Cure inspires hope for the community of brain cancer patients, their families, friends, caregivers and other supporters, while celebrating their courage, spirit and energy.

Building Awareness

This disease is not widely known and needs advancements in treatments to help patients.

Raising Funds

Our 5K run/walk events and other fundraising events and campaigns directly support clinical research and programs.

Igniting Hope

No one should feel like they are fighting a brain tumor alone.
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Give the gift of hope

Make a donation to Head for the Cure today.

Your dollars directly support brain cancer research, patients & caregiver resources, and brain tumor programs, education, and initiatives.
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