Many have shared their personal stories to help bring awareness to this disease and offer support and encouragement to others going through similar challenges.
Share your storyAttached is April 2015 Newsletter
As you may know, Mama G (aka Carolyn Grin) has Stage Four melanoma. You may also know that she continues to fight…
“He was a rock in my life I never thought I’d lose, and I’m running this race in his honor.” In 2011,…
The other day, Jack’s Fund’s Facebook page featured a story about why a certain individual was running the marathon, in honor of…
2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Jack’s Team – Thank you for all you do! Click on each runner’s name to learn…
Juneman/Watson Family 2011 Official Race Starter Hi. My name is Kris Watson and I found out about “This Run’s for Jack” back…
Date: October 13, 2011 8:08:03 AM CDT We’re Still In It For Linda! (Services were held following the 5k on October 16th) On…
My husband, Tim Postma, lost his courageous 2-1/2 year battle with melanoma on Dec. 10, 2008. This disease took a 45 year…
October 2010. This will be the 5th year that my daughters and I participate in the “This Run’s for Jack” 5k Run/Walk…
Bank of America Chicago Marathon Runners’ Stories Each year we ask our runners to share with us and each other what drew…
"We envision a world where every adult and child is aware of the risks of melanoma and takes preventative measures; where those who suffer from melanoma receive comfort and healing; and ultimately, where every case of melanoma will be completely curable."
Our mission is to realize this vision by raising funds and providing programs to raise awareness, fund research and promote healing.