San Diego's Largest Community-Powered Cancer Research Fundraiser Returns: Curebound Cancer Challenge to Accelerate Cures on August 1st. Read More
JOIN US ON THE ROAD
TO END CANCER
Over the past decade, Curebound's signature community event has raised $32.5 million for innovative cancer research and united thousands of people with one goal: to end cancer.
WAYS TO
PARTICIPATE
We challenge ourselves in honor of loved ones who are impacted by cancer and turn our passion into fundraising to accelerate research with the power to save lives. Join us.
RIDE
Ride the beautiful San Diego coastline on one of our three cycling courses: 25, 55 and 75 miles.
WALK
Scenic 5K for all ages and abilities. Individuals, families, and teams are welcome to go at their own pace and take a big stride toward ending cancer.
RUN
The Curebound 10K Run: a beautiful scenic route from UC San Diego’s La Jolla campus with ocean views and a celebratory finish on RIMAC Field. With every mile we are closer to cures.
GROUP CLASSES
Whether you’re powering through strength, unwinding with yoga, or riding the rhythm in spin, our group classes have something for everyone.
Group classes: Spin, Yoga, Strength
KIDS ZONE
Kids ages 3-12 can join the fun at the Kids Zone. Children and teens are also welcome to participate in the 5K with a registered parent/guardian.
VIRTUAL
If you can’t join us in person, join the fight against cancer virtually.
VOLUNTEER
Lend your time and talents as a volunteer on event weekend.
DONATE
Support pioneering research here in San Diego with a donation to Curebound.
NEED A TEAM?
Join Curebound's Team Citron and create lasting memories and friendships!
FUNDRAISING
GIVE 100%
Every dollar raised funds innovative cancer research in San Diego.
All funds raised at the Curebound Cancer Challenge fuel pioneering cancer research in San Diego. These grants foster interdisciplinary collaboration between specialized teams enabling the best scientists to work together and drive research faster and further.
Key Areas of Research:
- Prevention and Diagnostic Tools
- Novel Approaches and New Therapeutic Platforms
- Immunotherapies and Personalized Vaccines
- Cancer Equities
- Pediatric Cancers
FUNDRAISING INCENTIVE LEVELS
Level Up with Incentives. Meet your milestones and share your well-earned recognition with your donors.
$1,000
$2,500
$5,000
$10,000
$25,000
Bronze
Silver
Gold
Platinum
KEY DATES
07.31.26 Friday Night Kickoff Party
08.01.26 Curebound Cancer Challenge
08.28.26 Close of Fundraising
Questions? Email info@curebound.org
NEED A BIKE?
Bike Rentals Available Through Solé Bicycles
Need a bike for the Curebound Cancer Challenge? Our official bike rental partner, Solé Bicycles, has you covered.
Rental Cost: $100 per bike
Support the Cause:
$25 from every rental is donated directly to Curebound to accelerate cancer research.
How to Reserve:
Call Solé Bicycles during business hours to reserve your bike and mention the Curebound Cancer Challenge
(760) 704-8197
Business Hours:
Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Monday: Closed
We recommend reserving early, as bike availability may be limited.
LEADERBOARD
Congrats to the top individual fundraisers and teams leading the way this year. See you at the Starting Line!
INDIVIDUALS
1. Bill Stern
$190,539.11
2. Joy Gorback
$150,050.00
3. David Milder
$56,622.00
$33,900.00
5. Mike Chase
$30,935.00
$27,460.00
7. Robin Toft
$26,250.00
$20,000.00
9. Scott Hall
$20,000.00
10. Steven Larky
$16,548.00
TEAMS
$211,367.00
$97,500.00
$78,032.03
$33,031.70
5. Bill's Team
$27,525.00
$21,338.37
$20,617.90
8. Straight Arrow Cycling Club
$18,826.00
9. J-Crew
$17,358.47
$15,875.00
CORPORATE TEAMS
1. Beaumont's Cancer Crushers
$404,024.11
2. Team BD
$54,036.00
3. Ashline Financial
$53,675.00
4. Curebound
$47,173.36
5. Team Illumina
$26,847.66
6. Edward Jones
$16,000.00
7. Commonwealth
$12,322.50
8. Janux Therapeutics
$9,655.00
9. Team Vividion
$8,796.00
10. Johnson & Johnson
$8,676.00
MATCHING
GIFTS
Double your donation by submitting a matching gift through your company. Many corporations offer matching funds to support their employees’ philanthropic efforts.
Not sure if your company participates in a matching gift program? Use the search below to find out. Please click here for additional resources or contact info@curebound.org to help submit your matching gift.
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Janux
Long time sponsor Janux Therapeutics is back this year as the Lead Sponsor of the Curebound Cancer Challenge. Janux is not just a sponsor but a dedicated Challenge team with a lifetime raise of over $35,000.
Thank you Janux Therapeutics for your continued dedication to a world without cancer!
SPONSORS
Curebound is proud to partner with top brands and organizations that share a commitment to collaboration and provide sustainable support for our cancer research investment priorities. Multi-year partnerships are prioritized with heightened recognition as a Curebound Funding Partner across all media platforms.
Thanks to the generosity of our corporate partners, 100% of participant raised funds go directly to advance prevention, detection and cancer treatment in San Diego.
To learn more, contact Shannon Gill at shannon@curebound.org
