About the DetermiNation Endurance Event Program
The American Cancer Society DetermiNation program will help you do the unthinkable, achieve what seems impossible, and change the course of cancer forever. With access to professional training, an unparalleled community of support, and inspiration every step of the way, the American Cancer Society will help you finish a half-marathon, marathon, or triathlon. Your personal race victory will change your life, but the finish line will be just the beginning. Because your triumph also means a triumph over cancer - where every step you take and every mile you conquer will create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
The American Cancer Society DetermiNation program began in Chicago in 1996. The program expanded nationwide in 2007, and now includes a variety of races across the country and is continuing to grow.
Every Mile is MeaningfulEvery step you take and every mile you conquer will help the American Cancer Society continue to save lives and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. Because of you:
* More people will stay well by taking steps to prevent cancer or find it early.
* More people will get well with help from our free programs and services to guide them through every step of a cancer experience.
* We'll continue to find cancer's causes and cures through groundbreaking research.
* We'll continue to fight back by working to pass laws that defeat cancer and rallying every community to join the fight.
DetermiNation Member Benefits
As a DetermiNation team member, you will have access to training and the ultimate VIP race experience, whether you are a first-timer or a racing veteran. Your benefits may include*:
* Access to free team training designed to fit your lifestyle
* Invitations to exclusive social events in and around your community
* Race-weekend VIP amenities, which may include access to an American Cancer Society tent, gear check, private changing areas, facilities, masseuses, cheer teams to inspire you along the course, and more
* Exclusive American Cancer Society DetermiNation racing shirt from Brooks
* Free online tools to make achieving your fundraising goals easy and fun
* Recognition for fundraising success
* The opportunity to dedicate your efforts in honor of or in memory of someone affected by cancer and receive ribbons to wear in support of them
* Mentor support from coaches and fellow team members who will help you every step of the way
*Benefits may vary from event to event.
Click here to find a race and join the DetermiNation endurance event program.