Olathe, KS
Miles for Miles
- Date
- First start7:30 AM CST
- Location14680 S Flaming Rd, Olathe, KS 66061
- DistancesHalf Marathon · 5K
- SurfaceRoad
- SwagShort Sleeve T-Shirt
Bib Scout Report
| Event | Distance | Start | Current fee | Next increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miles for Miles - Half Marathon | Half Marathon | 7:30 AM CST | $69 | $79 on |
| Miles for Miles - 5k Run | 5K | 7:50 AM CST | $39 | $44 on |
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About Miles for Miles
The reason for this race: Miles Jacobsen is 10 years old and currently in 4th grade. His family moved to KC in 2021 when his dad was hired as the Lead Teaching Pastor at Heartland Community Church off Strang Line Rd in Olathe. Miles Jacobsen is one of the many kids in Kansas City battling a brain tumor. Days after his 9th birthday in March 2024, he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. After a long year of chemotherapy, Miles is now awaiting the development of more targeted therapy that will help him fight the growth of this tumor. Despite these challenges, Miles is a joyful and active kid whose positive outlook has inspired hundreds, if not thousands, of people since his diagnosis. His heart beats strong for people of all ages who are enduring their own cancer journeys, and he’s always looking to lift other people’s spirits. He has taken to running over the last year as a way…
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