9th Annual
Run for ALD, Cure the Boys!
Nov. 22nd, 2025
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Knockout ALD is proud to present our 9th Annual Run for ALD, Cure the Boys on Nov. 22nd-- a 5K/1 mile run/walk homegrown event, (with a virtual option!) the only one of its kind in the St. Louis area that raises awareness and funds for adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).
• What is ALD? ALD is a very progressive rare disease that most severely affects about 1 in 17,000 boys, many of whom suffer severe neurological symptoms that often result in death if undiagnosed and not treated very early.
• Why? Our event is inspired by the vision of our son Nicholas who had a successful bone marrow transplant to halt the progression of his cerebral ALD at the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital (a world leader in transplants and ALD research). 100% of the funds raised from our event will directly benefit the University of Minnesota's Leukodystrophy Center for ALD Research to support their research efforts for early identification, more effective therapy and treatment options, and hopefully one day a cure for this devastating disease.
• How/where? Register for our in-person 5K run/one mile walk in Creve Coeur Park, on Nov. 22 at 9 a.m. (near St. Louis, MO) or register to participate virtually from wherever you are on your own time.
• How can I donate? The majority of our funds come from donations above and beyond registration…please consider making a donation during registration OR you also have the choice to simply make a donation using the donate tab. Donations may also be made by check (avoids online fees) and mailed directly to Knockout ALD, 1551 Timberlake Manor Parkway, Chesterfield, MO 63017. Thank you!
• How do I get a t-shirt? Register to walk or run in person or virtually. Registration deadline for a t-shirt is Oct. 22.
• Can I form or join a team? Yes! Our teams are a big part of raising awareness and funds. You have the option to form or join a team during registration.
Please consider joining us on Nov. 22 or donating to help Cure the Boys! Thank you!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run
Price changes in 2 months 7 days-
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Register for 5K Run$28.74
$25 + $3.74 processing fee. Shirt Guaranteed
Now registering Jun 25 – Oct 22 -
$39.44
$35 + $4.44 processing fee. Shirt Not Guaranteed
Oct 23 – Nov 20
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1 Mile Walk
Price changes in 2 months 7 days-
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Register for 1 Mile Walk$28.74
$25 + $3.74 processing fee. Shirt Guaranteed
Now registering Jun 25 – Oct 22 -
$39.44
$35 + $4.44 processing fee. Shirt Not Guaranteed
Oct 23 – Nov 20
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Virtual 5K
Price changes in 2 months 7 days-
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Register for Virtual 5K$28.74
$25 + $3.74 processing fee. Shirt Guaranteed
Now registering Jun 25 – Oct 22 -
$39.44
$35 + $4.44 processing fee. Shirt Not Guaranteed
Oct 23 – Nov 20
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Virtual 1 mile
Price changes in 2 months 7 days-
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Register for Virtual 1 mile$28.74
$25 + $3.74 processing fee. Shirt Guaranteed
Now registering Jun 25 – Oct 22 -
$39.44
$35 + $4.44 processing fee. Shirt Not Guaranteed
Oct 23 – Nov 20
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Course Map
Packet Pickup Info
Friday, Nov. 21st from 3:30-6:30 pm at the home of Knockout ALD, 1551 Timberlake Manor Parkway, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Race Morning, November 22nd @ Tremayne Shelter, Creve Coeur Park from 7:30am-8:30am
Awards
5K Awards to top 3 males & top 3 females overall 5K. Medals to top 3 males & top 3 females in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+. Awards are only given out for the in-person 5K.
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Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
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| 1 | Erin Fink | $97.52 |
| 2 | Julie Purschke | $82.44 |
| 3 | Anonymous | $27.48 |
Top teams
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Nicholas's Knockout Crew$342.27 Raised$5,000.00 Goal |
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Kathryn's Chesterfield YMCA Run ClubRaised:$54.96 |
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Grayson's FightRaised:$52.48 |
Top fundraisers
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View fundraiser page for Nicholas
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Nicholas PurschkeRaised: $232.35 |
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View fundraiser page for Dave
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Dave PurschkeRaised: $27.48 |
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View fundraiser page for Gabrielle
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Gabrielle PurschkeRaised: $27.48 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- David & Julie Purschke, Run for ALD
- Phone
- (314) 570-2058
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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Yellow Star $2000 +
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ALD Hero $1000 +
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Knockout $500 +
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Friend $250 +
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