RunStrong x Gabby Strong Foundation $5 5K for The Cure Starts Now

Event Overview

RunStrong is teaming up with the Gabby Strong Foundation to raise money for The Cure Starts Now. The Cure Starts Now is working towards a cure for all cancers, starting with the worst and hardest to treat, childhood brain cancers. They work with the DIPG/DMG Collaborative to fund grants that drive major advances in childhood brain cancer. You can find more info at thecurestartsnow.org.

About DIPG and DMG

• DIPG Definition: DIPG, or diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, is a type of brain tumor found in an area of the brainstem known as the pons.
• DMG Definition: DMG, or diffuse midline glioma, originates from glial cells in the central nervous system, typically found in the pons region of the brainstem.
• Tumor Characteristics: The name "diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma" describes how the tumor grows and the regions where it is found.
• Location: DMG can also be found in the thalamus, spinal cord, and cerebellum.

The Gabby Strong Foundation

We’re working with the Gabby Strong Foundation this month for Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month! Gabby Strong is a local organization founded by David and Kimberly Buford in memory of their daughter, Gabrielle Ann Buford, who bravely battled DIPG. She lost her fight at age 13 but her legacy continues in the contributions her foundation has made toward cancer research.

• Foundation Mission: The Gabby Strong Foundation helps children and their families in their cancer battle by providing emotional, spiritual, and financial support.
• Research Funding: They help to fund research to find a cure for pediatric brain cancer.
• Legacy of Gabrielle: The foundation continues to impact the lives of many children still fighting the disease.
• Learn More: You can learn more about the Gabby Strong Foundation at www.gabbystrongfoundation.org.

Event Details

SO, grab $5 and your friends, WEAR GOLD, and come walk or run a no pressure 5K (3.1 miles)! ALL PROCEEDS will go straight to The Cure Starts Now! If you don’t want to do the whole 5K, you can turn around and head back at any point. You can even just come for support and don’t have to walk a step!

Registration Information

As always, walk up registration will be available at the event! Walk up registration starts at 5:30 and we’ll start the run at 6!

Date: 2026-09-24

Location: RunStrong HQ, Brandon, MS

More Info and Registration: Click here