THE EVENT
Run for Research is a 7-day challenge to raise cancer awareness and support research.
We’ll run seven 50km ultramarathons in seven cities — from New York to Cork — each day dedicated to a different cancer type and the people impacted by it.
Every step brings hope, every city tells a story, and together we can make a difference.
THE TEAM
Alan and Liam – two Cork lads with a love for fitness, big challenges, and even bigger cups of tea. We’re swapping the Rebel County hills for seven cities to carry out seven ultras in seven days, all to support the Irish Cancer Society.
EVENT ROUTE
Join the Fight Against Cancer
Starting in the United States and finishing in Ireland, our journey represents endurance, hope, and unity in the fight against cancer.
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Start Date: September 15th, 2025
Finish Date: September 21st, 2025
New York BOSTOn London Paris Barcelona Dublin Cork
WHY THESE CITIES?
NEW YORK
PROSTATE CANCER
FOR OUR FATHERS, BROTHERS & GRANDFATHERS AND ALL MEN FACING THIS DISEASE
We start in New York, where Memorial Sloan Kettering has pioneered advanced treatment and imaging techniques for prostate cancer. We run for fathers, brothers, grandfathers, and all men facing this disease.
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What is the Run for Research Challenge?Run for Research is a 7-day charity event where Alan and Liam will run seven consecutive 50km ultramarathons across seven cities — from New York to Cork — to raise awareness and vital funds for the Irish Cancer Society.
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When and where will the runs take place?The challenge runs from September 15th to 21st, 2025 across these cities: Sept 15: New York - Central Park Sept 16: Boston – Boston Common Sept 17: London – Hyde Park Sept 18: Paris – Bois de Boulogne Sept 19: Barcelona – City Center Sept 20: Dublin – Sandymount - Howth Sept 21: Cork – Marina Market
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Why are we doing this?1 in 2 of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime. We’ve seen the impact it has on families, and we believe more can be done through research. This challenge is our way of fighting back and funding breakthroughs that save lives.
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How can I donate?Click the Donate button here, or at the top of this page. You’ll be redirected to our Just Giving page. Donations can be made via credit/debit card or PayPal.
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Can I run with you?Yes! If you’re in any of the cities on our route, join us for a few kilometers. Send us a message on Instagram to coordinate.
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Where do donations go?100% of donations go directly to the Irish Cancer Society, Ireland’s largest voluntary funder of cancer research. Your contribution supports clinical trials, early detection programs and innovative treatments.
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What is your fundraising goal?Our goal is €77,777 — representing hope, perseverance, and the impact of every single step. Reaching this amount will fund life-changing research and improve treatments and outcomes.
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Why 7 cities and 7 ultras?Each city and each day has a purpose. Every 50km run is dedicated to a specific type of cancer and the people impacted by it: New York: Prostate Cancer – For fathers, brothers, and grandfathers Boston: Breast Cancer – For mothers, sisters, and daughters London: Cervical Cancer – For young women and future generations Paris: Childhood Leukemia – For children and their families Barcelona: Colorectal Cancer – For parents and grandparents Dublin: Testicular Cancer – For sons and young men Cork: All Cancers – For everyone touched by cancer
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Can I support in other ways?Absolutely! Here’s how you can help: Share our campaign on social media Follow our journey on Instagram and Strava Become a sponsor or corporate partner Join us for one of the runs if you’re nearby!
WE WON'T STOP