Harvesting Hope: Fast Track To a Cure

Events

$35 8:30AM EDT Registration ends September 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

$0 8:15AM EDT Registration ends September 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Open to ages 8 and under.

$40 Registration ends September 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

Start/Finish at Patterson's Fruit Farm
Please park at Patterson's: 11414 Caves Rd., Chesterland, OH 44026
Course runs through Orchard Hills Park

Packet Pickup & Race Day Info:
Packet pickup will be available at the following times:
• Friday: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Location TBA)
• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Location TBA)
• Race Day (Sunday): 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM

Day-of event schedule:
Kids Fun Dash: 8:15 AM
5K Run/Walk Start: 8:30 AM

Description

On December 31, 2024, I was diagnosed with an oligodendroglioma—a rare, low-grade brain tumor that spans much of the left side of my brain. Despite this, I feel strong, clear-headed, and fully present in my life as a husband, dad, runner, and cook.

Thanks to a breakthrough treatment approved just last year, Voranigo, I manage the tumor with a daily pill and no side effects. My first MRI showed no new growth, and I remain hopeful as I head into my next scan.

This diagnosis paused my career, but it sparked a new purpose. My wife and I now advocate for more research, better treatments, and greater awareness of this rare disease.

That’s why we’re organizing this race, for the 25,000+ Americans living with oligodendroglioma who may not have access to the latest therapies or trials. Proceeds will benefit Oligo Nation, a nonprofit dedicated to funding a cure.