Charity Pickleball Classic Fall 2024
Nov. 16, 2024 – Orange, CT| Join us for an exciting day of pickleball for pancreatic cancer research & patient aid!
Get Active
Make your movement matter for a world without pancreatic cancer
At Project Purple, we believe getting active can make a meaningful impact in the fight against pancreatic cancer. We offer a variety of ways to get moving and support our mission. Whether you love to run, hike, golf, or travel, there’s a way for you to reach your fitness goals while contributing to a world without pancreatic cancer.
Join one of our distance teams for an in-person race, participate in a virtual activity, or explore our group fitness programs. No matter how you choose to get active, we’re here to help you every step of the way. So let’s lace up our sneakers, hit the trails, and make a difference together!
Experiences & Trips
Embark on a journey that combines adventure and philanthropy. Our experiences and trips allow you to explore new places and pursue a world without pancreatic cancer.
Pioneer Program
Run for Project Purple in any race, anywhere in the world, at any distance. Our Pioneer Program offers you the opportunity to make a difference at a new event while supporting our mission. Whether it’s a local 5k or a 100-mile ultramarathon, you can run with your own entry and contribute to the fight against pancreatic cancer. Join us as a pioneer and pave the way for future teams, creating lasting impact one race at a time.
Host An Event
Have a great idea for a fundraiser? Let us help you turn it into a reality! From local 5ks to lemonade stands and more, our Host an Event program provides all the tools and support you need to make your fundraiser a success.
Charity Golf Classic
Tee off for a great cause! Join our annual Charity Golf Classic as an individual, foursome, or sponsor and help us drive toward a world without pancreatic cancer.
Virtual Events
Can’t make it to an in-person event? No problem! The easiest way to get involved is by joining a virtual event to make a positive impact on your terms. We host 4 virtual events each year that you can run on your treadmill at home. Complete all 4 to receive a Virtual Series Master medal.
Push Pull for PC
Join our Push Pull for PC program and get your gym or box involved in supporting our mission. Whether you prefer CrossFit or another type of group fitness, you can sweat for a world without pancreatic cancer.
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Any Date You Choose | Run any race in the world for our mission! Our Pioneer Program offers runners the chance to participate in races that may not have a full team presence, such as hometown 5k’s, half marathons, or marathons.
Push Pull For PC – Group Fitness
Year-round Event | Join our Push Pull program and get your gym or box involved in supporting our mission. Whether you prefer CrossFit or another type of group fitness, you can sweat for a world without pancreatic cancer.
Virtual Events Series | Independence Day Double Mile For Early Detection
Next Event: Independence Day Double Mile For Early Detection | Can’t make it to one of our in-person events or just want to participate on your own terms? Check out any of our signature virtual events and participate throughout the year from anywhere in the world!
The Denise D’Ascenzo Walk to Fight Rare Diseases Presented By Goff Law Firm
April 26, 2025 – Hamden, CT | This is a great 1 or 2-mile walk for the whole family to get involved in where you can walk side by side with others affected by rare diseases in Connecticut – and you can do it in support of our mission of a world without pancreatic cancer.
OC Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5k 2025
May 3-4, 2025 | There aren’t many other races that offer a Boston Qualifying opportunity, harbor views, and palm trees – and now you can enjoy it while making a difference in the fight against pancreatic cancer.
5th Annual Charity Golf Classic for Pancreatic Cancer Presented By Hartford Healthcare
June 9, 2025– New Canaan, CT| Join us for an exciting day of golf for pancreatic cancer research & patient aid! We will also unveil our next Project Purple Hall of Fame Inductees.
Grandma’s Marathon & Half Marathon 2025
June 21, 2025 | Join us in Duluth, MN and run Grandma’s Marathon or the Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon for a World Without Pancreatic Cancer!
July 13, 2025 | Take on the Boilermaker 15k in Utica, NY for a world without pancreatic cancer!
2025 Project Purple Pretzel Run 5k Presented By Strive2Move
July 13, 2025 | Lace up your running shoes and bring your appetite—because the Project Purple Pretzel Run 5K Presented by Strive2Move is coming back to Nomahegan Park in Cranford, NJ!
August 31, 2025 | The Sydney Marathon is surging in popularity and Project Purple is excited to offer the opportunity to run this beautiful race for a world without pancreatic cancer.
Sep. 1, 2025 | The race that started it all! The 2010 New Haven Road Race was Project Purple’s first official run team. Now in our 15th year, we’re back in The Elm City for the Half Marathon, 20k, and 5k.
September 21, 2025 | Visit the iconic Berlin and join Project Purple in completing one of the seven world marathon majors! Run for a cause while competing in one of the fastest marathon courses in the world!
2025 Life Time Chicago Half Marathon (Fall)
September 28, 2025 | Want to run a half marathon in the Windy City? Sign up for one of the 2025 Life Time Chicago Half Marathon and raise funds to battle pancreatic cancer!
Twin Cities Marathon, Half Marathon & 10 Mile Race Team 2025
October 4-5, 2025 | Join the Project Purple race team and take place in what’s referred to as “The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America”, while raising money to fight pancreatic cancer!
October 5, 2025 | Complete the SoNo Half Marathon in Project Purple’s home state to run through scenic South Norwalk and become part of the Project Purple team!
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
October 12, 2025 | Complete one of the seven world marathon majors in the Windy City with the Project Purple team! 2024 saw our largest team in Chicago of 150 runners and in 2025 we will once again have our largest team, come be a part of history.
Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon 2025
October 19, 2025 | Experience one of the most beautiful half marathons in the entire world. Take a trip to Rome and run directly by some of Rome’s stunning landmarks finishing right in front of the Colosseum.
2025 Detroit Marathon and Half Marathon
October 17-19, 2025 | Join Project Purple in The Motor City! Sign up to run in either the Detroit Marathon or Half Marathon and run through multiple signature Detroit features all while raising money for Project Purple!
October 26, 2025 | With its start near the Pentagon and finish at the Marine Corps War Memorial, this race is a powerful tribute to the service and sacrifice of the U.S. Marine Corps.
Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025
October 26, 2025 | Experience the trip of a lifetime as well as a flat course with beautiful scenery and super-friendly crowds – all while making your miles matter.
2025 TCS New York City Marathon
November 2, 2025 | Join Project Purple in the Big Apple and compete in one of the world’s seven biggest marathons! Complete the largest marathon in the world and help Project Purple accomplish its goal of a world without pancreatic cancer!
Napa Valley Marathon & Half Marathon 2026
March 1, 2026 | Join us for this premier running event, renowned for its scenic vineyard landscapes and charming wine country atmosphere.
2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon
March 15, 2026 | Join us for a half marathon in the Big Apple! This team raised over $175,000 for pancreatic cancer research and patient financial aid in 2025.
March 1, 2026 | Experience one of the world’s most thrilling and prestigious races while making a difference in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The Tokyo Marathon is an unforgettable race through the heart of one of the most dynamic cities on the planet.
April 12, 2026 | Join Project Purple on our mission of a world without pancreatic cancer while absorbing the beauty of Paris in all its glory.
April 20, 2026 | Take on the world’s oldest and perhaps most famous annual marathon with the Project Purple team and make your miles matter for a world without pancreatic cancer.
April 26, 2026| Sign up to run past many of London’s famous landmarks and complete one of the world’s seven major marathons, all while benefiting Project Purple!
At Project Purple, your donation makes a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by pancreatic cancer. By contributing, you help fund crucial research, raise awareness, and provide support services to patients and families.
Our services include financial assistance for treatment expenses, emotional support, educational events, and research grants. Not only will your donation help others, but it may also be tax-deductible.
Let’s join forces and create a positive change by giving to Project Purple. Together, we can support those battling pancreatic cancer and work towards finding a cure.