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Support Cancer Research at the Broad Street Run with the American Association for Cancer Research

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Philadelphia, PA
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  • Details

    Date:
    May 3, 2026, 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Sports & Recreation, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+

    Description

    Support Cancer Research at the Broad Street Run with the American Association for Cancer Research

    Calling all Volunteers and Cancer Research Supporters!!

    Join the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) in cheering on our AACR Runners for Research fundraising athletes as they tackle the 2026 IBX Broad Street Run!

    Date/Time: Sunday, May 3, 2026 - from 7:30 AM until around 10:30 AM

    Location: In front of South Philadelphia HS, along the East Side of Broad Street between Snyder Ave. and Jackson St.

    All cheering supplies will be provided (posters, pompoms, etc) but feel free to bring your own. Snacks and water will be available, and community service documentation will also be offered if needed. Please wear GREEN to show your AACR support!

    Interested in joining us or want to learn more? Register below or reach out to runners@aacr.org with any questions. If these dates don’t work for you but you’d still like to get involved, send us an email and we'll share with you other ways to support our program.

    The mission of the American Association for Cancer Research is to prevent and cure cancer through: Research, Education, Communication, Collaboration, Science Policy and Advocacy, and Funding for Cancer Research

    Through its programs and services, the AACR fosters research in cancer and related sciences; accelerates the dissemination of new research findings among scientists and others dedicated to the conquest of cancer; promotes science education and training; and advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment throughout the world.

    Location

    On-site

    South Philadelphia High School

    2101 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
    Directions

    Take SEPTA - Broad Street Line to Snyder Ave Station

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