Welcome to the Race for Research Web Site!

The 16th Annual Race For Research
August 19, 2012 at Washington Park

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Race for Research™ is a 5K Fun Run/Walk organized in memory of Michele Plachy-Rubin.

Michele was diagnosed with brain cancer in December, 1996. Michele fought the disease valiantly but, unfortunately, lost her fight in May of 1998. Michele's friends and family continue her fight against cancer through the Race for Research.

All proceeds from the Race for Research will be donated to the Cancer League of Colorado. Donated funds will designated specifically for brain cancer research! In 1969, five women whose lives were all affected by cancer, founded Cancer League of Colorado. From their individual struggles grew a joint commitment to raise money for cancer research and patient care within the state of Colorado. This all-volunteer charity organization became the Cancer League of Colorado, Inc. Since 1985, we have awarded over $5 million in research grants and service awards.

Click here to learn more about the Cancer League of Colorado

Watch this powerful video for "The Fighter" a song dedicated to cancer fighters and survivors!
Music and lyrics by Alia Sheya & Lance Bendiksen. Copyright March 2011.

Miracle Mile Poster
How would you like to see a poster of your loved one who has had cancer featured along our Miracle Mile? 
Click here for examples and more information

A special thanks to Michael Moore of Moore Creative, for making this website possible!

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