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"The dedication and perseverance of Team Burnham was inspirational. The team raised much-needed funds for Burnham and our current research."
-- Dr. John C. Reed, President and CEO, Burnham Institute for Medical Research (2007)
 

What is Team Burnham for Medical Research?

In only a few months, we will train you to complete a marathon or half marathon AND make a difference in the battle against disease. And you don't even need to be a runner! The race and our team is for ordinary people willing to make an extraordinary commitment.

Members of Team Burnham for Medical Research will join racers to run (or walk) in the Walt Disney World Marathon & Half Marathon on Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11 in Orlando, Florida. Last year, every member of Team Burnham crossed the finish line with 89% completing their first-ever marathon or half marathon!

Along with training for the race, each member of Team Burnham will do their part to support disease research by committing to raise $3,000 for the world-class, innovative medical research underway at the Burnham Institute for Medical Research. In 2008, Team Burnham members raised $120,000 from individual gifts from 11 countries as well as corporate sponsors. This year, we want to double that amount!

Please join Dr. John Reed, Burnham President and CEO, a number of our key scientists, and community members in this extraordinary race. This race is open to everyone -- no matter where you live!

Team Burnham Members receive:

  • Hands-on training from certified running coaches
  • Weekly training runs with team
  • Round-trip air transportation
  • Hotel accommodations
  • The opportunity to make an impact in conquering disease

Burnham Institute for Medical Research receives:

  • ALL funds raised by Team Burnham will go directly to disease research at the Institute (once race and travel costs have been covered)
  • Awareness and attention about the cutting-edge research underway at Burnham

Join Team Burnham for Medical Research!

The Team Burnham training program is geared to both beginners and experienced runners. The full marathon program starts with three miles of running and walking, and then gradually increases in distance. The half marathon program starts with just one mile. Whether you have never run a step, or you are a seasoned marathoner who wants to improve your personal best, this program will help you succeed. It’s a great way to get fit, have fun, and make a tremendous difference in the fight against disease.

This year we will have two teams, one based on the East Coast and the other on the West Coast, both making a difference in the battle against disease.

  • Click here for more information regarding our East Coast team.
  • Click here for more information regarding our West Coast team.