Honoring Individuals: The event is held to honor individuals diagnosed with a brain tumor.
Support Network: It celebrates the family and friends who support these individuals.
Awareness: Strain for the Brain raises awareness about brain tumors, a devastating disease affecting 80,000 people each year.
Fundraising Goal: Funds raised will contribute to advancements in research, medical treatments, and support programs.
💡 Financial Assistance
Fee Waiver: Persons with any financial limitations may contact organizers to discuss a Fee Waiver.
🏃♂️ History of Strain for the Brain
Founder: Mike, a brain tumor survivor, started this event in 2010 to raise awareness.
Original Venue: The event began at Veterans Park along the lakefront in May, which is Brain Tumor Awareness Month.
Event Evolution: After facing inclement weather, the event shifted to the first weekend of June at various locations before returning to Veterans Park.
Current Operations: Due to the event's growth, operations have been turned over to Dr. Jennifer Connelly, though Mike remains involved.