Overview: The Panerathon is a 10K (6.2 miles) and 2-mile fun run or walk that takes place in Downtown Youngstown.
Participants: Runners and non-runners of all ages are welcome to participate as we create life-long memories while raising funds and awareness for the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center (JACBCC).
History: Over the last 15 years, Panerathon has raised more than $4.5 million for the Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley in support of the JACBCC at St. Elizabeth Hospital, the first comprehensive breast care center of its kind in Eastern Ohio.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP
Date: Thursday, August 20th from 9am-8pm at Covelli Centre.
Eligibility: This is for all participants (individuals and teams) who want to pick up their packets prior to race day. This is the only pre-race packet pickup day.
Individuals: Pick up your packet anytime between 9:00 am – 8:00 pm, no appointment necessary.
Team Members: Team Captains were given the option during registration to pick up packets for their entire team at once – please check with your team’s captain to confirm. If your team captain is not picking up for the entire team, you can pick up your individual packet anytime between 9:00 am – 8:00 pm, no appointment necessary.
RACE DAY EVENT DETAILS
WHEN: Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
WHERE: Covelli Centre - 229 E. Front St, Youngstown, OH 44503
TIME: Registration opens at 8:00am. The 10K begins at 10:00am and the 2-Mile begins at 10:05am.
SUPPORTING JACBCC
Beneficiary: All proceeds benefit The Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center (JACBCC).
Fundraising: In addition to participation, you have the option to contribute to a team’s fundraising efforts or to donate directly to our cause. Any support beyond participation is very much appreciated but is completely optional!
Impact: Your contribution to Panerathon is directly supporting the Joanie’s Promise Fund at the Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley which helps ensure ALL women will have access to the state-of-the-art Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center.