Mighty MoJo Memorial Run for CDH Research

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Ridley Creek State Park - Pavilions 11a & 11b , Media PA

Saturday, April 11th, 2026

Mighty MoJo Memorial Run for CDH Research

Join us for the 5th Annual Mighty MoJo Memorial Run, in honor of our Molly Joan who fought fiercely for 44 days against Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) at CHOP before passing away in September 2021. Our hope is to increase awareness of CDH, a condition as common as cystic fibrosis and spina bifida, and raise much needed funding to help make CDH a more manageable diagnosis for the future MoJos of the world. We've raised over $100,000 the last four years, and cannot wait for another successful event.

We are excited to offer sponsors and other supporters a fun-filled morning at beautiful Ridley Creek State Park. All net proceeds will go to CHOP’s CDH Research Fund, which is continuously coming up with innovative ways to help CDH babies have a better outcome and quality of life.

Event Details

Date & Time: Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10 am
Location: Ridley Creek State Park - Pavilions 11a & 11b, Media, PA
Distance: 4.4 Mile Run and 1 Mile Walk
Timing: The race will be professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Race Company.

Race Options

Try out this one-of-a-kind distance in honor of MoJo's days lived at this scenic local gem.

4.4 Mile Run: Start and finish on the service road along the paved multi-use trail near Site 11.
1 Mile Walk: Begins at approximately 10:05 am, in the opposite direction of the runners.
Weather Policy: This event is held RAIN OR SHINE. Plan accordingly :-)
Walkers: Welcome to go further on the trail, but note that after-race festivities may not be available when you return.

Pricing

4.4 Mile Run: $30.44 early bird (Through 1/31/26): $35.44 (2/1/26 - 3/11/26): $40.44 (3/12/26 - 4/10/26): $45 day of race (4/11/26).
1 Mile Walk: $20 early bird (Through 1/31/26): $25 (2/1 - 4/10/26): $30 day of race (4/11/26).
Team Discount: $5 discount for all members when signing up as a team!
Packet Pickup: Wednesday, April 8 - 6 to 8 pm at Burke's Inn in Havertown: Saturday, April 11 - 8:30 am till run/walk start time.

Awards

Prizes for the 4.4 mile run will be awarded to the top 3 overall winners and 1st place winners in each age group:

Age Groups: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Attendance: Winners must be present to claim prizes!

Amenities

Race registration includes a t-shirt and post-race refreshments including a spread from Outback Steakhouse and Sweet Messina's Bakery. Shirts are only guaranteed up through March 13, 2026, after which it will be first-come, first serve.

Post-Race Festivities

There will be music and family-friendly activities for the little ones. Pack a lunch and bring the family to hang out afterwards – there is plenty of room to spread out.

Donations

Donations are welcome! With your $150 donation, you will be recognized as a "Family Sponsor." Your donation includes your family name featured on our t-shirt.