The Elephant Run

The Elephant Run

Date: May 3, 2026

Location: 123 Colony Ave, Park Ridge, NJ

For more information, visit: The Elephant Run

Race Overview

• Excitement: We are very excited to bring back the Elephant Run for its second year!
• Participation: In our first year we had 255 participants and raised over $16,000 for Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund.
• Join Us: Please join us again this year to help this amazing cause!

Our Story

• Organizer: My name is Fiona Curran and I am organizing the Elephant Run 5K for its second year in memory of my grandparents, Barbara and Neil Curran.
• Personal Connection: I sadly lost both of them to cancer and this race is to raise money for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.
• Support: Dana-Farber provided excellent care to both my grandparents during their battles with cancer.
• Impact: With this fundraiser, I hope to advance cancer research and make a difference. If you are unable to participate in the event donations are very appreciated.

Why Jimmy Fund?

• Direct Benefit: Our Jimmy FundRaiser directly benefits the Jimmy Fund, which has raised millions of dollars through thousands of grassroots efforts to help save lives.
• Support Mission: When you participate or make a gift, you’re directly supporting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s mission to defy cancer.
• Focus: Dana-Farber has a unique focus on cutting-edge research and compassionate patient cancer care.
• Opportunities: You are creating opportunities for Dana-Farber leaders to enhance programs and initiatives that serve pediatric and adult cancer patients and their families around the world.

Race Details

• Certified Course: Certified 5K on beautiful somewhat hilly local roads through Park Ridge, NJ.
• All Ages: Open to all ages!
• Celebrate: There will be food, music, and more at the finish line!