Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer

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2027
Community run and walk at Milliken Arboretum; the 2026 event raised over $55,000 to help families cover treatment-related expenses for children with cancer.
Sat 25 Sep 2027

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Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer

The Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer is a community running and walking event held at Milliken Arboretum. The 2026 Upstate Strut took place on Saturday, September 26, and raised more than $55,000 to support children with cancer and their families.

Participants included runners, walkers, volunteers, sponsors, families, and other supporters who helped raise awareness and funds across the Upstate. Photos from the 2026 race were made available by the organizer.

Proceeds support Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas. The organization provides immediate resources to families to help with hidden costs of childhood cancer, including the cost of gas, lodging, meals, and other essential needs during a child’s treatment.

The 2026 event listed sponsor tiers such as presenting, champion, hope, supporter, and patron; the presenting sponsor was Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System and the champion sponsor was Subaru. A date for the 2027 Upstate Strut is listed as Saturday, September 25, 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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