800 University Way, Spartanburg SC
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
5K Run/Walk for Childhood Cancer Awareness & Research
Join the Akanimo Cancer Foundation for the annual Run 4 Nimo 2026, a community 5K Run/Walk dedicated to raising awareness and support for children battling cancer. This meaningful event honors the life and legacy of Akanimo (“Nimo”), whose courageous fight against a rare childhood cancer continues to inspire hope, advocacy, and action for families around the world.
Participants of all ages are invited to run, walk, volunteer, donate, and stand together in support of:
- Childhood cancer awareness
- Pediatric cancer research
- Family support initiatives
- Treatment assistance programs
- Bereavement support for affected families
Event Information
- Run 4 Nimo 2026
- 5K Run or Walk
- Kids Fun Run
- Benefiting Organization: Akanimo Cancer Foundation
- A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer.
Location
University of South Carolina Upstate
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
About the Event
Run 4 Nimo 2026 is more than a race — it is a movement to bring hope, awareness, and support to children fighting cancer and the families walking beside them every day.
The event was created in memory of Akanimo (“Nimo”), who battled Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor (DSRCT), a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. Through this annual event, the Akanimo Cancer Foundation continues its mission to create awareness, support childhood cancer research, and provide meaningful assistance to families in need.
Together, participants help fund:
- Childhood cancer research initiatives
- Treatment access for children with cancer
- Family assistance programs
- Comfort boxes and care packages
- Grocery support for families
- Childhood cancer awareness campaigns
Kids Fun Run
Children are encouraged to participate in the Kids Fun Run @ Run4Nimo 2026, designed to promote awareness, compassion, and community involvement among young participants.
Why We Run
Each year, hundreds of thousands of children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. Run 4 Nimo exists to remind families battling childhood cancer that they are not alone.
This event brings the community together to:
- Honor children lost to cancer
- Celebrate survivors
- Support families currently in the fight
- Increase awareness and advocacy for pediatric cancer research
GET INVOLVED
- Register to run or walk
- Join as a virtual participant
- Volunteer
- Become a sponsor
- Fundraise for the cause
- Donate directly to the foundation
Contact Information
Akanimo Cancer Foundation
Email: info@akanimocancerfoundation.org
