RUN IT FORWARD 5K

The 22nd Annual RUN FOR THE ROSE 5K & Family 1K

DATE: Sunday, April 12, 2026

LOCATION: Helix Park in the Texas Medical Center

The race supports brain cancer research and pediatric initiatives, recognizes brain tumor survivors, and remembers loved ones lost to this devastating disease.

Race-day activities include a 5K Run, 5K Walk, Family 1K, Survivor Stroll for brain tumor patients, and a lively post-race party for all participants. 5K Run participants are eligible to win awards, given to overall top male and female participants, and those who finish first in age-specific categories. Children receive medals. This is a certified race.

First launched in April 2010, the Sisters Network Inc. Stop the Silence National African American Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run is the first and only national breast cancer walk hosted by a black-led organization for black women. The walk is hosted in April to draw attention to National Minority Health Awareness month.

Over the last 15 years, more than 4,000 participants from around the United States travel to Houston, Texas annually to honor and celebrate black women diagnosed with breast cancer. A portion of the funds raised from the Stop the Silence walk benefits Sisters Network Inc. Karen E. Jackson Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP). The national program pays for 3D mammograms for uninsured women and provides financial assistance to breast cancer survivors who are currently in treatment.

The 29th Annual Sprint for Life 5K and Sprint for Sprouts Kids' Run will be held near the campus of MD Anderson Cancer Center on May 9, 2026. Make a difference in the fight against ovarian cancer!

Founded in 1998, Sprint for Life has two missions: to raise awareness and research funds for ovarian cancer. Hosted by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Sprint for Life has raised more than $5.8 million for the Blanton-Davis Ovarian Cancer Research Program, one of the world's leading efforts dedicated to ovarian cancer research. Funding has allowed researchers to develop new clinical trials, understand the biology of ovarian cancer and develop new therapies for the disease.

Free registration for the first 100 Ovarian Cancer Survivors and the first 100 Caregivers of Ovarian Cancer Survivors - courtesy of OVARCOME. Contact the Sprint for Life offices at gynonccommunityrelations@mdanderson.org for details.

2026 Sprint for Life® Race Day Schedule

(Find full details on www.sprintforlife.com under the Race Day Instructions tab on the left side including documents with schedule and parking, route map, and FAQs. Packet pickup and other information is on the Race Registration tab )

6 a.m. Boutique opens for business

6-7:25 a.m. Late Registration/Packet Pickup

6:30-9 a.m. Group and Corporate Team Photos

7 a.m. Survivors’ Tent and Lounge open and Kids' Zone opens

7:30 a.m. 5K Run/ Walk Begins

7:45 a.m. Food and Fun in Post-Race Party area

8:30-9:15 a.m. Presentation and Awards Ceremony

9 a.m. Survivor Photo at Post-Race Party Stage

9:30 a.m. Sprouts Pep Rally, Tot Trot and Sprint for Sprouts races and Kids’ Zone Closes

10 a.m. Boutique closes and the Sprint for Life event concludes

Join us for a 5K Fun Run in support of the Harmonie Grace Foundation and families of micro preemies. Run, walk, or jog with us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and make a difference for those in need.

Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

Location: 5225 Calhoun Rd Houston, TX 77021

Check In 6:15 AM and Race Start Time: 7:00 AM

This family-friendly event is open to all ages and fitness levels, with a goal to raise awareness and funds for our mission of supporting NICU families. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, we invite you to step out for a great cause.

Included with Registration:

Event T-shirt (if registered prior May 6)

Bib and Finisher’s medal

Post-race refreshments

Packet Pickup will be Thursday and Friday, June 4-5 at 4502 Greenbriar Dr. Houston, TX (FleetFeet from 3p-6p). We will also have same day pick-up.

Come for the run, stay for the celebration! We look forward to seeing you on race day and celebrating the strength and resilience of families.