What is Miles for Melanoma?

Miles for Melanoma is a nationwide series of events that allows participants to support and raise funds for the MRF by participating in a 5k run/walk alongside fellow melanoma patients, survivors caregivers and supporters. Miles for Melanoma events take place in over 15 cities throughout the United States and in 2018 a total of 8,300 participants raised over $1.1 million dollars!

Miles for Melanoma events are a great way to meet others who – like you – want to find better treatments for melanoma. Funds raised by Miles for Melanoma participants support critical research for treatments, and ultimately a cure for melanoma. By participating in a Miles for Melanoma event, you can help make a real difference in the fight against melanoma!

Why Join the Fight Against Melanoma?

• Melanoma does not discriminate by age, gender or race. Everyone is at risk.
• Melanoma is the fastest-growing cancer in the world, especially in people under 35. It is the leading cause of cancer death in women ages 25-30.
• Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, affecting not just the skin, but can develop anywhere on the body.
• Today, nearly one million people live with melanoma in the United States
• This year, more than 192,000 individuals in the United States will be diagnosed with melanoma
• Nearly 90% of melanoma are thought to be caused by exposure to UV light

How Can You Get Involved?

Miles for Melanoma Sponsorship Opportunities are available – contact us to learn more about these or other questions you may have.

Introducing Coolibar Participant Shirts at this Year’s Races!

All event participants receive a limited-edition UPF 50+ long-sleeve shirt from Coolibar – maker of technically elegant sun protection you wear – a $45 value. Coolibar’s mission is to keep everyone safe from sun damage, to protect those who suffer from a sun-related medical condition, and to prevent everyone else from developing one. The Miles for Melanoma exclusive long sleeve t-shirt features Coolibar’s ZnO SUNTECT® fabric, a blend of natural cotton and bamboo. It’s super soft against the skin, lightweight, cool and comfortable with the highest quality of zinc oxide protection – the same ingredient used to block UVA & UVB rays in sunscreens and to treat mild skin irritations and burns. All Coolibar UPF 50+ protection is guaranteed for the life of the garment.