Run with Mae 2026

Event Details

• Date: 2026-09-20
• Location: 8415 Maltby Road, Brighton, MI
• Registration Link: Sign up here

About the Race

• In-Person Event: We can’t wait to have another Run with Mae in person event!
• Virtual Option: There will still be a virtual option if you are not local, but would still like to support.
• Shirt Availability: There is an option to add a shirt to your sign up this year - very excited about that!
• Race Purpose: Run with Mae is a race created to raise money for two very important organizations close to our hearts.

Brooklynn's Journey

• Diagnosis: Our daughter Brooklynn Mae was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in November 2020.
• Treatment: She completed treatment 2.5 years later and rang the bell on April 20, 2023.
• Complications: 14 months later in June 2024 her monthly blood work came back with some suspicious cells.
• Support: During this time we were connected with Fund a Life, who jumped right in to assist us, and we could not be more thankful.

Proceeds Allocation

• Fund a Life: We would like to donate 75% of the proceeds to Fund a Life to assist other families.
• Care Packages: The other 25% of the proceeds will go to creating care packages for University of Michigan Mott Children’s Hospital Pediatric Oncology floor inpatient families.
• Past Donations: In the past we have done Visa gift cards for families during long hospital stays and holidays.
• Thank You: Thank you for your support!

Additional Information

• Be The Match: We hope to have a spot set up with registration for Be The Match.
• New Location: The race will be held at Scranton Middle School in Brighton this year.
• Race Format: The 5K and Mile will both be completed on the track.
• Raffle: There will be a raffle after the race for multiple gift baskets from stores in downtown Brighton and other supporting businesses.

Important Notes

• Shirt Costs: Please note: The shirts are an additional cost.
• Fun Event: We aim to create an enjoyable experience and support amazing places.
• No Timer: There will not be a timer for any of these events.
• Support Welcome: We appreciate any shirts bought as some of the proceeds will go to our event’s contributions.