Reaching For The Cure Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, And Kids Run
RAISING FUNDS FOR PEDIATRIC CANCER
Everyone has something to give to support this hallmark event of Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation. On Sunday, March 17th, the 21st Annual Reaching for the Cure Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids Run will return on the Irvine Valley College campus with the PCRF Community to reach for a cure for pediatric cancer.
PCRF welcomes support from Corporate Sponsors, Teams, Volunteers, Participants and Spectators! With options for all fitness levels, the run/walk/bike event features a Half Marathon, 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, 1K Kid’s Fun Run and five bike route distances. High energy runs throughout the venue; athletes can run/walk, kids enjoy the fun atmosphere, and families connect with the community to support their children’s fight against cancer.
2019 Post-race activities will include our VIP Gold Ribbon Reception and Finish Line Festival featuring an awards ceremony, over 80 health and wellness exhibitors and PCRF’s famous Kids Zone complete with rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, obstacle courses, face painting and more – fun for the whole family.
Funds raised from this event support the annual open grant cycle that has allowed the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation to support more than 174 grants to 50 principal investigators at 32 leading institutions across the nation. Be a part of the solution: participate, volunteer and fundraise!
Get involved and be a part of Reaching for a Cure! Sign up or donate today!
Fast Facts
Event Date and Time:
Sunday, March 17, 2019, 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location:
Irvine Valley College, 5500 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618
Run/Walk Events:
Half Marathon, 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk, 1K Kids Fun Run
Packet Pickup at Irvine Valley College:
Saturday, March 16th, 2019, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Be a part of the HOPE! Be a part of the solution!
BE A CORPORATE RACE SPONSOR!
Join us in 2019 as a Reaching for the Cure Event Sponsor! Be part of a select group of companies with direct access to a desirable demographic of 5,000 active, affluent and well-educated participants. This annual event is PCRF’s largest fundraiser of the year and a Southern California “must” for fitness and recreation enthusiasts.
About Reaching for the Cure
Sunday, March 17, 2019
5500 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618
Reaching for the Cure is PCRF’s annual run/walk event that started in 1998 as a grassroots awareness event with a banner, some very committed volunteers, and a walk around the Irvine Spectrum parking lot. Proudly, the event has grown to include a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1K kids fun run with thousands of participants from across the country.
This year we will celebrate 21 years of life-saving research dollars raised at this event in honor of pediatric cancer warriors, patients, and survivors everywhere. Each participant is asked to fundraise for the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation so that we can continue to fund the most cutting-edge research that improves the care, quality of life and survival rates of children with malignant disease. Your registration gets you to the start line and fundraising will get a cure to the finish line!
Join these 2019 Corporate Sponsors!
Venue Sponsor
Corporate Sponsor
Rainbow Sponsor
Classic Sponsor
Mile Marker Sponsor
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MILE 3
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MILE 6
Fundraising & Team Support
Teams are one of the most integral parts of our annual Reaching for the Cure event. 2018 was an INCREDIBLE year for our teams – we had a record 111 teams with over 2,000 team members raise over $300,000 for pediatric cancer research! When you participate as a team, your impact is amplified tremendously – for your fundraising and for the awareness you create in the community at large.
Individuals may also make an impact on pediatric cancer by doing their own fundraising and earn some cool prizes too! Your effort is vital to making research advancements possible. Everyone can participate in this effort to end pediatric cancer.
Start a team today! Once you register you’ll be connected with your very own Coach, a member of the Reaching for the Cure committee staff who is committed to making sure you have a wonderful walk experience. You Coach will help give you tools you need to start fundraising, answer any questions you may have, and have you on your way to Reaching for the Cure!
PCRF recognizes
individual reaching for the cure fundraisers at the following levels:
Gold Ribbon VIP Reception & PCRF Logo item (tbd)
$200 Level Recognition
PCRF Lifestyle Shirt
$500 Level Recognition
2019 PCRF Logo Item
$1,000 Level Recognition
HOPE Hoodie or PCRF Logo Item (tbd)
$2,500 Level Recognition
Race Night Hotel Stay or (tbd)
Top 3, $5,000+ Level Recognition
(tbd)
$10,000 Level Recognition
Helicopter ride to Catalina with Overnight Hotel stay for 2
When you participate as a team, you win as a team.
Active fundraising teams are eligible for team perks.
Raise $1,500 on/before February 24th, 2019 and your team will qualify for custom Team Shirts to wear on Race Day.
Custom Team Wristbands (100)
Raise $5,000 on/before March 6, 2019 and your team will qualify for custom wristbands to wear… forever.
Exclusive Team Land – with Private “Throne”
Top 3 Corporate and Top 3 Family Teams will get marked off meeting spots with a dedicated bathroom!
Express Team Packet Pickup
PCRF hosts an exclusive, long-line-free, Team Pickup Thursday, March 14th, 2019 from 3-7pm.
Teams are able to mark off areas and setup a Team meeting spot Saturday, March 16th from 2-7pm.
Honor & Memorial Banners
Raise $2,500 on/before March 1st, 2019 and a banner will be made in honor of your cancer warrior or corporate team.
Custom Team Spirit Flags
Raise $10,000 on/before March 1st, 2019 and your team will qualify for custom Team Spirit Flags to waive on Race Day.
PHOTOS COMING SOON! Until then, Here’s a reminder for what our 2017 Recognition Prizes were:
BE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR INDIVIDUAL PRIZES AT THE RACE! PRIZES ARE CUMULATIVE!
Entry fees do not count towards fundraising totals.
Fundraising Tools
We offer a variety of tools to make your fundraising journey easy. Here you’ll find ideas and guides to help keep you motivated, along with a Success Plan that will have you well on your way to reaching your goals.
Downloadable Tools:
Stay Tuned For New Downloadable PDFs
- Start your Team today
- Jump start your Team with this handy Toolkit
- Guide around your Fundraising HQ
- Handy Team Captain Checklist
- Corporate Team Checklist
- Tried and True fundraising tips
- Helpful Speaking Points
- Earn Team Awards and stay on track
- Team Fundraising Posters
- Team Shirt Color Options
- Team FAQ list
Catch up on Team Captain Emails:
- Connect #1 – coming soon!
- Connect #2 – coming soon!
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- Connect #7 – coming soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
General Event FAQs
A: Sunday, March 17, 2019 at Irvine Valley College (5500 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618)
| SUNDAY, RUN/WALK EVENTS |
| 7:00AM – Reaching for the Cure Half Marathon (13.1 miles/timed) |
| 7:15AM – 5K Run (3.1 miles/timed) |
| 7:45AM – 10K Run (6.2 miles/timed) |
| 9:30AM – 5K Walk (3.1 miles/untimed) |
| 11:00AM – 1K kids’ fun run (untimed) |
A: Participants can pick up their packets, goodie bags and bibs race weekend at Irvine Valley College:
Saturday, March 16th 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday, March 17th 6:00am
Teams can pick up their packets, goodie bags, and bibs at the PCRF Office:
PCRF Office – 17932 Sky Park Circle, Suite E Irvine, CA 92614
Thursday, March 14th 3:00pm – 7:00pm
A: Check back soon!
For more information on just the bike, click here.
A: Stay on top of price increases with the schedule below:
| PCRF Opening | Go Gold Pricing | Fall Pricing | New Year Pricing | Countdown Pricing | Event Pricing | Race Day Pricing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2018 | 9/1/2018 | 10/1/2018 | 1/1/2019 | 2/1/2019 | 3/1/2019 | 3/17/2019 | |
| Half Marathon | $60.00 | $70.00 | $80.00 | $90.00 | $100.00 | $110.00 | $115.00 |
| 10K Run | $33.00 | $35.00 | $37.00 | $42.00 | $45.00 | $50.00 | $55.00 |
| 5K Run or Walk | $32.00 | $34.00 | $36.00 | $40.00 | $42.00 | $45.00 | $50.00 |
| Child – 5K Run/Walk, 10K | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $30.00 |
| 1K Kids Fun Run | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Upgrade to the Brick | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| Saddleback Century (100) | $90.00 | $90.00 | $100.00 | $110.00 | $120.00 | $130.00 | $135.00 |
| Saddleback 50 | $60.00 | $60.00 | $65.00 | $70.00 | $75.00 | $80.00 | $80.00 |
| Saddleback 35 | $50.00 | $50.00 | $55.00 | $60.00 | $65.00 | $70.00 | $75.00 |
| Saddleback 15 | $35.00 | $35.00 | $38.00 | $40.00 | $43.00 | $47.00 | $50.00 |
| Saddleback Kids Ride | $12.00 | $12.00 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 | $22.00 | $24.00 |
| Virtual Participant | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| PCRF Reception Area | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
A: There are four different ways to register:
– ONLINE – Visit Reaching For The Cure Registration and click on the type of fundraising you’d like to do. Please note that the earlier you register, the more you save!
– BY MAIL/FAX* – Fill out a printable registration form and mail to: PCRF, 17932 Sky Park Circle, Suite E, Irvine, CA 92614.
– IN PERSON* – You may also register at packet pick-up
– OVER THE PHONE – You can call our offices at 949-859-6312 and we can help register single participants
*One form is required for each participant – you can make copies of the form or you can request one from PCRF (949)-859-6312 or admin@pcrf-kids.org).
A: You can sign up to be on a PCRF team through this site. Just follow the registration instructions.
Maps
Ways to Volunteer
The Reaching for the Cure Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Run would not be possible without the help of hundreds of dedicated volunteers. During the months leading up to the race, you can help at the Irvine office with outreach, recruitment and organizing. We also need 600 volunteers to work shifts during Race Weekend – there’s something for everyone!
Sign Up
There are many opportunities to participate in the Reaching for the Cure event. While we begin working out the details for shifts and assignments, please contact Brooke Bain to get your name on the list early! Fill out the form here or Email bbain@pcrf-kids.org or (949) 859-6312
Volunteer Training
We will offer Volunteer Orientation meetings and introduction videos to allow for key volunteers to learn the basics of the Reaching for the Cure Event and all that’s involved with being a volunteer. This will be held approximately 2 weeks before the walk as a final preparation for the weekend. If you’d like to step up and be a Key Volunteer on race weekend, please let our Volunteer Coordinator know and we will provide you with training dates and location details as soon as they become available.
Group Volunteers
We have many opportunities that are great for groups! If you’re interested, contact Brooke Bain to get your name on the list early! Email bbain@pcrf-kids.org or (949) 859-6312
Office Volunteers
We are always looking for volunteers to help during the months leading up to the race. We work on many tasks to prepare for the race, including team support, mailings, data entry, outreach and more. If you’re available anytime Monday-Friday, between 9:00am – 5:00pm, please let us know!
Fundraising
While volunteers aren’t required to fundraise, we encourage you to do what you can, too! It’s a way to make your experience even more powerful, and we’ll provide you with some great support and fundraising tools available to our participants. Let us know you’d like to participate and we’ll set you up!