Cancer Challenge fundraising continues through the end of August. Let's give 100% and finish strong on the road to end cancer. Donate here!
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
08.01.26 Curebound Cancer Challenge
08.28.26 Close of Fundraising
Questions? Email info@curebound.org
2026 Race Results + Finish Photos Here
LEADERBOARD
Congrats to the top individual fundraisers and teams leading the way this year. See you at the Starting Line!
INDIVIDUALS
$234,050.00
2. Bill Stern
$204,539.11
3. Joy Gorback
$160,050.00
4. John McGrath
$78,760.00
5. Julie Klaus
$61,350.00
6. David Milder
$60,907.00
7. Bill Koman
$52,500.00
8. Scott Hall
$47,563.00
9. Mike Chase
$36,927.00
10. Colleen Lambert
$33,420.00
TEAMS
$388,125.52
$333,058.03
$274,927.00
4. Bill's Team
$126,979.00
$75,409.70
$60,082.90
$56,592.28
8. Outlaws
$52,950.00
9. Team Citron
$48,078.55
10. Sanford Burnham Prebys Dream Team
$45,184.02
CORPORATE TEAMS
1. Beaumont's Cancer Crushers
$673,226.33
2. Curebound
$114,125.00
3. Fitness Quest 10 x Newtopia Cyder
$93,584.57
4. WE O'Neil
$78,095.00
5. Ashline Financial
$70,000.00
6. Sanford Burnham Prebys
$67,624.02
7. Team BD
$63,858.00
8. Team Illumina
$62,533.42
9. Team Bernstein For Rady Childrens
$37,220.00
10. Edward Jones
$36,495.55
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.
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
CHAMPION SPONSOR: UC San Diego
A heartfelt thank you to Champion Sponsor UC San Diego for their incredible support and partnership in making the 2026 Cancer Challenge such a success. We are proud to partner with Tritons as we work together to drive progress and build a healthier future together. Watch video highlights here.
Save the Date for the 2027 Curebound Cancer Challenge on Saturday, August 7 at UC San Diego RIMAC Field!
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Janux
Long-time partner Janux Therapeutics is back for 2026 as the Lead Sponsor of the Curebound Cancer Challenge and going strong with a lifetime team raise of $55,000. Thank you Janux Therapeutics for your continued dedication to a world without cancer!
