Bee Brave 5K

Event Overview

The Bee Brave 5K takes place on 2026-10-03 at 7525 Alaska Ave SE, Caledonia, MI.

For more details, visit the race page: Bee Brave 5K.

Community Impact

• Awareness: Raised awareness for breast cancer research.
• Support: Supported those facing the disease.
• Honor: Honored those we have lost.
• Hope: A place to share stories, lift each other up, and celebrate victories big and small.

Fundraising Achievements

Real impact, right at home: Since 2016, Bee Brave has raised over $1 million to support breakthrough breast cancer research at Van Andel Institute in Grand Rapids.

What Makes Bee Brave Different?

• Local Funds: 100% of funds raised stay in Grand Rapids, Michigan, supporting breast cancer research at Van Andel Institute.
• Volunteer Run: 100% of events are volunteer run.
• Direct Contribution: 100% of race registration fees go directly to research.
• No Overheads: No salaries, no overhead distractions.

Powered by Community

For nearly a decade, Bee Brave's partnership with Van Andel Institute has helped fund critical breast cancer research — something that wouldn’t be possible without:

• Volunteers: Dedicated volunteers giving their time.
• Sponsors: Local business sponsors supporting the mission.

Stronger Together with Purple Community

Bee Brave proudly partners with Van Andel Institute Purple Community — a grassroots program that connects individuals, schools, teams, and businesses to the fight against diseases like cancer and Parkinson’s.

With tools, guidance, and support to create meaningful fundraising efforts, Purple Community helps amplify every contribution. One hundred percent of every donation goes directly to research.