When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
W Dempster St., Morton Grove IL
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Ana Banana 5K & Fun Run
Event Overview
- Date: September 12, 2026
- Location: W Dempster St., Morton Grove, IL
- Race Link: More Info
- Event Types: 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run
Purpose of the Event
- Legacy: Honoring Ana’s beautiful legacy through love, hope, and support.
- Support: Helping families facing unimaginable challenges.
- Inspiration: Inspired by the courage of children like Sofia, who battled DIPG.
- Community Efforts: In 2025, we supported children like Greyson and Carla in their battles against cancer.
Goals for 2026
- Continuing Legacy: Identifying two children and families to support this year.
- Making a Difference: Every registration, donation, and act of support counts.
- Community Participation: Encouraging everyone to run, walk, remember, and give back.
- Foundation Support: Funding the Ana Molnar Foundation dedicated to families affected by pediatric cancer.
Foundation Mission
- Support: Offering tangible help and emotional support to families.
- Community: Creating a sense of community for those in need.
- Goal: No child should face pediatric cancer without support.
- Commitment: Continuing Ana’s spirit and mission through the foundation.
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