#TeamCRI Runners Go the Distance to Advance Cancer Immunotherapy

The Cancer Research Institute (CRI) is proud to be hosting dozens of runners in marathons over the course of the next few months, including the 2024 Honolulu and 2025 Big Sur International marathons. These passionate #TeamCRI runners are playing a pivotal role in raising vital funds and spreading awareness for cancer immunotherapy research, which aims to accelerate the fight against cancer. These runners share one common goal: a desire to help eliminate cancer through the power of immunotherapy.

I am from Berlin, and I am passionate about raising money for cancer research. We have all been affected by cancer.”

–Zacharias Silvas, #TeamCRI runner, 2024 BMW Berlin Marathon

Fall 2024 Marathon Highlights 

1. BMW Berlin Marathon (September 29, 2024) 

Five runners from #TeamCRI participated in the 2024 BMW Berlin Marathon, raising over $18K for cancer immunotherapy research, surpassing their shared goal of $15K. Isabelle Augensen, #TeamCRI runner, was ecstatic to participate in the marathon. 

“I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in support of CRI, and I thoroughly enjoyed the marathon (with a new best time too),” Augensen recently told CRI. 

2. TCS NYC Marathon (November 3, 2024) 

In the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, 15 dedicated runners blazed past their fundraising goal of $52.5K while collectively raising over $67K for life-saving immunotherapy research. Chloe Hancock, #TeamCRI runner, raised nearly $8.5K alone. Several marathon runners expressed enthusiasm for the event and the cause. 

“Running in honor of my family was one of the most special things I have ever done,” said Brett Bial, #TeamCRI runner. “Yesterday is a day I will remember for my whole life.”

3. Honolulu Marathon (December 8, 2024) 

Twelve #TeamCRI runners will participate in the 2024 Honolulu Marathon, with a collective goal of $22.5K. So far, they have raised over $19K. Jess Fujimoto, #TeamCRI runner, said that participating was an easy choice. 

“This is my fifth Honolulu marathon. Running is a great outlet to process all the feelings swirling in my head, including grief and loss,” Fujimoto said. The Alaska resident is motivated to run because of her friends and family members who are valiantly fighting cancer. “I’m running in memory of my amazing stepdad who passed from an aggressive cancer in 2020, for my dad and my father-in-law both currently undergoing treatment, for a couple close friends with stage 4 cancer, for the survivors, and for those who don’t win.” 

Why You Should Join #TeamCRI as a Marathon Runner 

Fundraising on behalf of CRI benefits innovative immunotherapy research that can propel progress and lead to more treatment options for countless patients around the world. CRI-funded scientists work diligently to make discoveries for many types of cancer. Cierra Howard, manager of community fundraising at CRI, said the institute provides runners with everything they need for a great race.  

“#TeamCRI marathon runners are an important part of our global community of fundraisers and advocates,” Howard said. “We guarantee race entry, a personal donation website, CRI swag, and financial support and advice in advance of their marathon to ensure a successful experience.” 

Between December 2024 and December 2025, #TeamCRI will be participating in 18 races globally. All registration works on a first come, first serve basis, but if you want to run in a marathon that is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist. 

Half Marathons: 

• Lisbon—March 8, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• United Airlines NYC—March 16, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Prague (Czech Republic)—April 4, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Berlin (Germany)—April 6, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Copenhagen (Denmark)—September 1, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Cardiff (U.K.)—October 1, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Valencia (Spain)—October 1, 2025. Registration will be available starting December 3, 2024. 

Full Marathons: 

• Honolulu—December 8, 2024. Registration is closed. 

• Life Time Miami—February 1, 2025. Registration closes January 5, 2025. 

• Napa Valley—March 2, 2025. Registration closes January 5, 2025. 

• Vienna City (Austria)—April 6, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Schneider Electric Paris (France)—April 13, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Big Sur International—April 27, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Prague (Czech Republic)—May 3, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• BMW Berlin (Germany)—September 28, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• Irish Life Dublin (Ireland)—October 26, 2025. Registration is open on a first come, first serve basis. 

• TCS New York City—November 2, 2025. Entries will be available in March 2025. 

• Athens (Greece)—November 9, 2025. Entries will be available in January 2025. 

For more details on upcoming fundraising opportunities, visit our events page. If you have any questions about joining #TeamCRI, call Cierra Howard at (212) 688-7515 or email [email protected]. Your support empowers scientists who work tirelessly to improve outcomes for cancer patients around the world. Thank you for your help in creating a world immune to cancer.