Southcoast Health Cancer Care Nicole Podkowa 5k Walk & Run

Join us for our 9th annual Southcoast Health Cancer Care Nicole Podkowa 5k Walk & Run on Sunday, October 6, 2026 and be part of a powerful day filled with energy, community spirit, and purpose.

Make a Difference

Proceeds raised through this event support the Southcoast Health Nicole Podkowa Patient & Caregiver Fund. This unique fund supports patients being treated at Southcoast Health Cancer Care and their families who are in need of financial assistance to help with utility payments, food, housing, transportation, cancer related supplies and other necessities. In addition to runners and walkers, we’re looking for Community Committee Members, volunteers, and peer-to-peer fundraisers.

Want to learn more? Send us an email!

2026 Southcoast Health Cancer Care Nicole Podkowa 5k Walk & Run

Walk or Run

You can walk or run the 5k in person or virtually! In-person early bird registration is $30. Price will increase after April 3, 2026.

Kid's Dash

Kids ages 8 and under can join the Kid’s Dash for FREE!

Donate

Can’t make it? No sweat! You can still donate to make a difference or become a 2026 sponsor.

About the Southcoast Health Nicole Podkowa Patient & Caregiver Fund

This unique fund removes barriers to care by providing patients with assistance to help with utility payments, food, housing, transportation, cancer related supplies and other necessities. Your support allows our patients and their families to focus on what is most important – their battle against cancer.

Thank you for your support. We couldn’t do what we do without you!

A woman and young girl running together in a race, both wearing bright, colorful activewear.