STRAIN FOR THE BRAIN

🧠 Event Overview

• Event Name: Strain for the Brain
• Date: 2026-05-30
• Location: 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI
• More Information: Visit the Race Page

🌟 Purpose of the Event

• 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.