Brendan Reilly - 2019 Run for the Cure

I’m excited to participate in the 2019 Run for the Cure. Last Spring I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and had surgery for it on July 5, 2018. A month after surgery, I walked (slowly) the four mile course of the Run for the Cure, and this year have given myself a challenge of trying to run it as quickly as possible to see how well my recovery has come along. I’m inviting family and friends and any other supporters of cancer research to make a pledge per mile or make a one-time flat donation. Cancer research in one form or another was behind my diagnosis, the robotic surgery, and my recovery. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity! You can keep track of my fundraising progress on the Run for the Cure Leaderboard.

ANNUAL CHARITY RUN

Founded in 1980, the Eldorado Run for the Cure is the longest operating footrace in the State of Colorado. All proceeds from the annual four-mile run benefit the Colorado Cancer Foundation’s life saving work, e.g., aiding oncology patients, researchers, and physicians at the University of Colorado’s Division of Medical Oncology. Community hospitals and treatment centers in rural Colorado also benefit from the CCF’s donations, and in select cases, patients in need of immediate care can be flown to the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO for time sensitive procedures.

EVENT INFORMATION

Each year the 4.0 mile course begins and ends at the Eldorado Springs Pool, located at 294 Artesian Drive, Eldorado Springs, CO 80025. This year the event is on August 2, 2019. The out and back course takes runners through the entrance of Eldorado Canyon State Park, where steep cliff walls shelter a gently flowing stream. About a half mile into the run, the canyon walls gives way to rolling hills and open fields with spectacular views of the State Park as runners return to the starting line. Upon finishing the short yet challenging course, participants are treated to catered food and drink as part of the post run festivities.

You can sign up by clicking here.