Fundraising

What is a St. Jude Hero?

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Heroes benefits include:

  • discounted race entry fee
  • personal fundraising website to track your progress, send email and accept online donations
  • tips for training and fundraising to help you reach the finish line
  • exclusive access to the St. Jude Heroes training coach

And there are additional incentives based on your level of fundraising. The more money you raise, the more benefits you earn—for yourself and for the kids of St. Jude. All funds must be submitted by November 15, 2013.

Gold level ($50 program fee required)

$2,500 fundraising commitment required (Limited entries available May 1 - 31 only)

By committing to raise at least $2,500, you’ll be guaranteed the following amenities:
  • entry to the race of your choice
  • two-night hotel stay in downtown Memphis
  • an invitation to the exclusive Heroes pasta party the night before the race
  • access into the VIP lounge on race day
  • the Heroes race-day singlet

Silver level ($50 program fee required)

$1,000 fundraising commitment required (Available May 1 - 31 only)

When you commit to raising at least $1,000 for the kids of St. Jude, you’ll be guaranteed the following amenities:
  • entry to the race of your choice
  • an invitation to the exclusive St. Jude Heroes pasta party the night before the race
  • access into the VIP lounge on race day
  • the St. Jude Heroes race-day singlet

Bronze level ($50 program fee required)

$500 fundraising commitment required (Available May 1 - 31 only)

By raising at least $500, you’ll be guaranteed the following amenities:
  • entry to the race of your choice
  • an invitation to the exclusive St. Jude Heroes pasta party the night before the race
  • the St. Jude Heroes race-day singlet

Classic level:

No fundraising commitment required (Based on availability starting June 1)

Sign up at the classic level, and you can earn amenities based on your fundraising success such as:
  • $100: St. Jude Heroes race-day singlet
  • $500: an invitation to the exclusive St. Jude Heroes pasta party the night before the race (space is limited)
  • $1,000: access to the VIP lounge on race day
  • other great prizes like St. Jude running gear and apparel