Run/Walk 4 Nimo

5K Run/Walk for Childhood Cancer Awareness & Research Join the Akanimo Cancer Foundation for the annual Run 4 Nimo 2026, a community 5K Run/Walk dedicated to raising awareness and support for children battling cancer. This meaningful event honors the life and legacy of Akanimo (“Nimo”), whose courageous fight against a rare childhood cancer continues to inspire hope, advocacy, and action for families around the world. Whats Included Every Participant gets a T-Shirt and a Finishers Medal! Participants of all ages are invited to run, walk, volunteer, donate, and stand together in support of: Childhood cancer awarenessPediatric cancer researchFamily support initiativesTreatment assistance programsBereavement support for affected families Event Information Run 4 Nimo 20265K Run or WalkKids Fun RunBenefiting Organization: Akanimo Cancer Foundation A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer. Location University of South Carolina Upstate800 University WaySpartanburg, SC 29303 About the Event Run 4 Nimo 2026 is more than a race — it is a movement to bring hope, awareness, and support to children fighting cancer and the families walking beside them every day. The event was created in memory of Akanimo (“Nimo”), who battled Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor (DSRCT), a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. Through this annual event, the Akanimo Cancer Foundation continues its mission to create awareness, support childhood cancer research, and provide meaningful assistance to families in need. Together, participants help fund: Childhood cancer research initiativesTreatment access for children with cancerFamily assistance programsComfort boxes and care packagesGrocery support for familiesChildhood cancer awareness campaigns Kids Fun Run Children are encouraged to participate in the Kids Fun Run @ Run4Nimo 2026, designed to promote awareness, compassion, and community involvement among young participants. Why We Run Each year, hundreds of thousands of children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. Run 4 Nimo exists to remind families battling childhood cancer that they are not alone. This event brings the community together to: Honor children lost to cancerCelebrate survivorsSupport families currently in the fightIncrease awareness and advocacy for pediatric cancer research GET INVOLVED Register to run or walkJoin as a virtual participantVolunteerBecome a sponsorFundraise for the causeDonate directly to the foundation Contact Information Akanimo Cancer FoundationEmail: info@akanimocancerfoundation.org “Because Children Get Cancer Too.”