Featuring Legends of Running symposium with distinguished panelists Bart Yasso of Runner’s World, Joan Benoit-Samuelson, Jeff Galloway, Donna Deegan, Keith Brantly and Bill Rodgers facilitated by Galloway Training National Program Director and 26.2 with Donna Board Member Chris Twiggs.

“I’ve never dropped out of any race I’ve started.” These confident words begin an in-progress 45 minute documentary commissioned by Nike featuring the life and spirit of, Joan Benoit-Samuelson, the first woman to win the Olympic Gold Medal in the marathon.

The 110% Give Harder Foundation seeks to raise $110,000 for donation to the 26.2 with Donna Foundation to support breast cancer research.  100% of the funds raised will go directly to the 26.2 with Donna.

Jacksonville Beach surfer and marathon runner Kurtis Loftus is combining talents with a goal to break the world record for Longest Surfing Marathon. His world record attempt is planned as a fundraiser for 26.2 with Donna The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer.

The Donna Foundation and Parkway Plastic Surgery are proud to host An Evening On The Pink Carpet Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at The Florida Theatre.

Dan Brown, “Danny” to his friends, was a much loved and respected teacher and track coach at both Bishop Kenny and John J. Snyder High Schools in Jacksonville, Florida. He made character the cornerstone for all he did on and off the track.  He loved each of the kids he coached like they were his own.  He brought out the best in everyone he touched.  The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer is honored to name our High School Challenge in honor of Danny Brown.  The Danny Brown cup will be bestowed on the fasted high school relay team to enter the race.

THE PLAYERS 5K with Donna Presented by Nimnicht Family of Dealerships is an event to raise funds to finish breast cancer!  On Saturday, May 5, 2012 we welcome runners and walkers of all levels to experience a behind-the-scenes 5K route through the beautiful PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass.  Participants will begin at the TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse and continue along the cart paths through all back nine holes, passing the world famous island green at 17. 

Registration for this event also includes a Grounds Ticket to attend THE PLAYERS on Sunday, May 13, 2012.  Anyone attending THE PLAYERS wearing the official 5K participant tee shirt will be admitted free to the “5K with Donna Courtyard” located behind the Par 5, 16th hole to enjoy the company and camaraderie of fellow participants.  Food and beverage will be available for purchase with 26.2% of proceeds donated back to the 26.2 with Donna Foundation.

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The Third Annual Bike 26.2 with Donna presented by Amgen Breakaway from Cancer will be held on Sunday, November 13, 2011. Bike 26.2 with Donna is a cycling event to raise funds to finish breast cancer! Everyone from beginners to advanced riders may participate. The 26.2 mile route begins and ends in Hanna Park. Looking for a challenge? Riders may opt for the 2 Loop Challenge.