The annual Challenge 5K run/walk is a race in Tippecanoe County that incorporates the community and Purdue University faculty, staff, students, and student-athletes.
Save the date for the 2023 Challenge 5K! Saturday, April 15 Sign up to get more information to create a team or be a fundraising individual: November 2022 Race Registration opens: January 2023 |
The Challenge, which has generated more than $1 million for lifesaving cancer research at Purdue since 2008, reminds the community that Purdue cancer research provides hope to survivors.
With every small step, we’re closer to a cure!
The 2022 race took place on Saturday, April 9.
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At the Purdue Center for Cancer Research, we specialize in research that saves lives by translating laboratory findings into new and innovative therapies as quickly as possible. Through private support, we are able to move discoveries forward from the lab to the clinic. Donate today!
RUN. WALK. IMPACT. CURE. |
CONTACT INFORMATION
Questions regarding the 5K:
Office of Special Events
specialevents@purdueforlife.org
765-494-0900
Questions regarding cancer research:
Purdue Center for Cancer Research
cancerresearch@purdue.edu
765-494-9129
cancerresearch.purdue.edu
Registration fees
Fundraise Only Closed
Is running not for you? Sign up to create a personalized fundraising page to share with family and friends!
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FreeJan 7 - Apr 8
Student Closed
Online registration closed-
Join us for the 5K race as a student participant.
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$25.00Jan 7 – Mar 9
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$30.00Mar 10 – Apr 8
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Nonstudent Closed
Online registration closed-
Join us for the 5K race.
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$30.00Jan 7 – Mar 9
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$35.00Mar 10 – Apr 8
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Sleep in for the Challenge: Student Closed
Online registration closed-
Want to participate on a team but don't feel like running? Register to "sleep in" on race day, and your registration fee will be a donation.
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$25.00Jan 7 – Mar 9
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$30.00Mar 10 – Apr 8
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Sleep in for the Challenge: Nonstudent Closed
Online registration closed-
Want to participate on a team but don't feel like running? Register to "sleep in" on race day, and your registration fee will be a donation.
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$30.00Jan 7 – Mar 9
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$35.00Mar 10 – Apr 8
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Fundraising and Donations
We invite you to participate in our quest for effective treatments and cures.
Join us by creating a personalized fundraising page, and share it with family and friends for a chance to win one of the 2022 Challenge 5K awards!
You do not have to be registered in the race to participate as a team member for fundraising!
2022 Challenge 5K Awards
Running a fast time isn't the only way to win an award at the Challenge 5K run/walk. We offer awards for fundraising and volunteering, too! |
Awards will be given for the most money raised as an individual, community group, faculty/staff group, and student group at the conclusion of the race. 
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE AWARD
Recognizes the team that achieves the highest fundraising goal.
LEROY KEYES AWARD
Recognizes the Purdue faculty/staff team that achieves the highest fundraising goal.
TYLER TRENT STUDENT CHALLENGE AWARD
Recognizes the Purdue student team that achieves the highest fundraising goal. #TylerStrong
CHALLENGE 5K RUN/WALK OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER AWARD
Recognizes an outstanding Challenge 5K volunteer.
To learn more about how you or your company can be involved with the 2022 Challenge 5k, contact Jessica Richardson at jarichardson@purdueforlife.org. Whether through an in-kind donation or sponsorship, there are many ways that you can be a part of the Purdue Center for Cancer Research's race for the cure!
THANK YOU to our 2022 Sponsors
PLATINUM LEVEL
SILVER LEVEL
BRONZE LEVEL
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MEDIA SPONSORS
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T-SHIRT SPONSOR
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AND FOR THE GENEROUS DONATIONS MADE BY:
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THE BORDENET FAMILY | THE PURVINES FAMILY |
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
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| 1 | Anonymous | $1,598.35 |
| 2 | Liz & Drew | $533.35 |
| 3 | Aaron and Nichole Scholl | $533.35 |
| 4 | Adkins Family | $533.35 |
| 5 | Anna Mae and Chuck Miller | $533.35 |
Top teams
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Team Kickin' it!$8,536.17 Raised$5,000.00 Goal |
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Running for Steve$8,288.19 Raised$7,000.00 Goal |
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Sisters for Life$2,359.55 Raised$2,500.00 Goal |
Top fundraisers
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Alan Karpick$10,118.93 Raised$10,000.00 Goal |
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Robert Howe$7,400.71 Raised$6,500.00 Goal |
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Lu Ann Blough$6,286.25 Raised$6,000.00 Goal |
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Elliott SlamovichRaised: $972.49 |
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Sarah Moran$462.01 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
Event schedule
- April 8 4:00 PM EDT - Packet pickup begins (Dauch Alumni Center - 403 W. Wood Street, W. Lafayette, IN 47906)
- April 8 6:30 PM EDT - Packet pickup closes
- April 9 7:00 AM EDT - Packet pickup/registration at SE corner of Ross-Ade Stadium (near corner of Tower & John Wooden Dr)
- April 9 8:00 AM EDT - Runners and walkers line up
- April 9 8:05 AM EDT - Welcome and warm-up
- April 9 8:15 AM EDT - Packet pickup and registration close
- April 9 8:30 AM EDT - Race starts
Contact information
- Event contact
- Office of Special Events
- Phone
- +1 765-494-0900
- Website
- Visit website
