Join us for the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation's annual Race, a 1K or 5k run or walk which brings together the brain tumor community at large to Race For Research.  Run, walk, donate or volunteer - Join us in midtown Atlanta at Atlantic Station for our twenty-fifth Race!

Kids six and under can enjoy the 50 yard Tot-Trot fun run to the finish line! Participants receive a goodie bag and finisher ribbon. The Tot-trot is held after the 1k/5k for parents to watch the fun.

TIMELINE:

6:30 am - Check-In and Registration opens
7:15 am -  Registration closes
7:15 am -  Opening Ceremony

9:00 am -  Tot Trot begins

9:15 am -  Post-Race Awards Ceremony

**** Start times are approximate, Rain or Shine event ****

There are many activities to enjoy before and after the 1k/5k while at the Race for Research!

OPENING CEREMONY

The Race For Research will recognize a host of achievements & accomplishments. Our Opening Ceremony will include, among other things, recognition of the following:

• Team Spirit Recognition
• Team Participation Years
• Team Fundraising Achievements
• Top 5 Team Fundraisers
• Top 3 Individual Fundraisers

Opening Ceremony
Our Opening Ceremony will begin just before the start of the 5K/1K race. We encourage your participation in this very important ceremony, as it provides a wonderful opportunity for you to connect with others impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis, hear from teams and individuals who have reached milestones and continue to carry on our mission, as well as hear from research grant recipients whose projects were funded by your fundraising dollars. You're sure to walk away with new insights about our Foundation’s mission after hearing from our awardees!
 

Post Race Awards

Plaque: Masters Male & Masters Female (>40)- 5K

Plaque & $25 gift card to Big Peach Running Co.: Overall Male & Female 5K

Medal: Top 3 place finishers in all age divisions - 5K

• Age Divisions are 7-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 50-69, 70+ for both males and females

 

HOSPITAL ART PROJECT

• Take part in creating a work of art for a local treatment center to display
• Paint provided, just bring your creative spirit!

SILENT AUCTION

• Many collectibles to view
• Set your bid and check back to see if you are winning
• Sports, music, college, pro athletes, politics
• Bidding is done online using your device or the tablet provided

WALL OF HONOR

• Bring your own photo or poster to honor your brain tumor patient
• Create a tribute on site

SURVIVOR TREE

• Add your brain tumor patient's name to a butterfly
• Fill the tree with hope

2025 RACE COURSE 5K & 1K

 

2025 SITE MAP 

   

 

There is no available street level parking for this event. Suggested parking is on level P1 of the Atlantic Station parking deck. SBTF Volunteers will be on-site to help direct you from the parking deck to the Race location. All activities will occur on the Atlantic Green.  Stairwell entrances #2, #3, #7, #11, #12 from the parking deck will lead you to the Atlantic Green.  

Parking here is easy. Simply take a ticket at the entrance gate as you enter the parking deck. Be sure to note the color of the section in which you park and the number of the spot. Take your ticket with you and pay as you exit when leaving the event. We encourage you to park near parking stairwells #2, #3, #7, #11,#12; stairwells are color coded.

• Orange stairwell 12
• Green stairwell 11
• Purple entrance 7 and has an escalator and elevator
• Purple stairwell 3
• Red stairwell 2

A color coded map of Atlantic Station can be downloaded.

Parking rates for the parking deck for automobiles is listed below but please be sure to check the Atlantic Station website, as prices are subject to change:

• 0-2 hours                     $  0.00
• 2-3 hours                     $  5.00
• 3-4 hours                     $  8.00
• 4-5 hours                     $  10.00
• 5-6 hours                     $13.00
• 6-7 hours                     $16.00
• 7-24  hours                  $23.00
• Lost Ticket                  $23.00

On your way back to your car, stop at any of the 26 pay-on-foot stations or the central cashiering station located on level P1. Once you’ve paid, proceed to any of the garage exits, insert your ticket into the machine, and be on your way. You may also pay with a credit card at the exit station.

EV Charging Stations:

• EV Charging Station: Parking Level One, Stairway 2 (Red)
• EV Charging Station: Parking Level Two, Stairway 9 (Orange)
• Tesla Charging Station: Parking Level Two, Stairway 1 (Red)

DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS:
 If using a GPS, you can use the Atlantic station address 241 20th Street, Atlanta, GA 30363 or follow these instructions.

• Northbound on I-75/85: Take the 17th Street exit Exit 251A, turn left, Atlantic Station is located just over the Connector. Follow signs to Parking
• Southbound on I-85: Take the 10th/14th/17th Street exit Exit 84. Take the 17th Street exit; turn right, Atlantic Station is located on the right. Follow signs to Parking
• Southbound on I-75: Take the 16th/14th/10th Street exit Exit 250. Follow 16th Street access road. Continue on 16th Street to State Street. Turn right on State Street, crossing over 17th Street and follow signs to Parking

          

Race For Research (RFR)  is a fun-filled, rewarding experience shared by approximately 1,200 event participants; some who join us as virtual participants and some join us face-to-face.  With so many moving parts, there are certain to be aspects of the event to which additional information is still sought. 

To that end, below please find some general questions and answers.  If you are navigating our Race For Research site, and still have a questions to which you cannot find the answer, please know we are here to lend assistance. If you are unable to find the answer on this site, please don't hesitate to contact us via email at events@sbtf.org. 

We look forward to seeing you at this year's race at Atlantic Station in Atlanta, Georgia and thank you in advance for your support and participation. 

Use these links to skip to the Q&A that you need:

• Registration Fees
• Passwords
• Strollers & Pets
• Participant Questions
• General Info

 

REGISTRATION FEES:

Q.  Do I have to register my minor aged child for the event?

A: Any individual who will walk, run,or otherwise participate in the SBTF 5K, 1K, or Tot Trot should be registered as a race participant.  The registration process, which includes acceptance of the terms in liability waiver and remittance of respective fees, should be completed by the respective guardian.

Q.  If my minor age child is not walking but is in a stroller, do he/she need to be registered for the race?

A.  Children in strollers who are not walking or running in the race do not need to be registered for the race.

Q.  I plan to participate in the Race and want to take my infant on the course with me. Do I need to register my infant for this event?

A. Since they are not an active participant, infants do NOT need to be registered. However, by registering yourself, and bringing a infant to this event, you consent to the terms as identified in the Liability waiver.

Q.  Does your Race registration site allow me to register multiple people or family members at one time?

A. Yes, after you have completed your own registration, the site will ask if you want to register another individual. Note, only one form of payment will be allowed for the entire transaction. Fees are reduced for multiple registrations within one transaction.

Q. I think I registered as an "individual" and now want to join a team. How can my registration be changed from individual to team?

A. Please contact us by email at events@sbtf.org and provide your first and last name, email, address, and the name of the team you would like to join. This request can be accommodated up until midnight the Sunday before the Race.

Q. I registered but am no longer able to attend. Can I receive a refund?

A. After you have registered for the event, no refunds are available for any reason. Your registration fee will be converted to a donation. Please see our "Policies" tab for further details.

PASSWORDS:

Q.  I need to have my password reset, who can help me?

A. You can reset your password by clicking the 'Profile' button at the top right of this page.  Next select 'Edit Profile' and you will be able to update your password.

 

STROLLERS & PETS:

Q.  Are strollers allowed on the course?

A. Yes, strollers may be taken on to the Race course. We simply ask that race participants with strollers be cautious to not impede the path of those running the event for timed results.

Q. Can we bring our pets or animals to the Race?

A. Medical assistance animals are permitted at Race For Research.  We do ask, however,  that you not bring family pets to the race.    

 

PARTICIPANT RELATED QUESTIONS:

Q. I think I registered as an individual and now want to register with a team, can I change my registration?

A. Yes, simply email us at events@sbtf.org and provide your first and last name, email address and team you would like to join.  This request can be accommodated up until midnight Sunday prior to Race day.

Q.  How long does it take for mailed checks to be posted to our fundraising total as shown on our personal page?

A.  It could take 7-10 business days to post this transaction. Note, any funds mailed but not yet received by the Foundation might not be reflected in fundraising efforts recognized during the Award ceremony at the event. We will pull the Top Individual and Team Fundraisers totals on the Friday night before the race at 9:00 P.M Eastern Standard Time with the information available to us.

Q.  Can we switch Team Captains mid-stream during the campaign?

A. Yes, this can be done by the Team Captain.

Q. Where can I find my team photo?

A.    Electronic images will be made available via Flickr and on the SBTF FaceBook page within two weeks following the Race. 

Q. How do I find my team on Race Day?

A. A map with team tent assignments will be posted on "Event Info/Team Tents" tab or you may visit the Information table onsite.

 

Q.  Is the 5K course certified?

A. This course is certified and a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. (GA24070WC) 

 

Q.  What time does the race start?

A. The race commences at approximately 7:45am rain or shine following the Opening Ceremony

 

Q.Where is the starting line?

A. Reference the course map, by clicking on "Race Course & Site Map" tab at the top of this webpage

 

Q. How can I get my swag and Race day packet early?

A. We are so excited to announce our partnership with Big Peach Co. for our RFR event! Big Peach offers some of the very best running and walking shoes, as well as apparel. And their “Fit Process” is what makes their customer service so great. In addition to selling great product, they also host a variety of events and group runs from many of their locations.

You’ll have the chance to meet their team this year with our offering of pre-race packet pickup! Locations and times are listed on the "Race Info" tab at the top of the page.

To learn more, visit their website directly and be sure to come see us before the race!

Visit: https://www.bigpeachrunningco.com/

 

Q. Where can I find the race results?

A. Results will be emailed after the event and can also be reached by scanning the QR code, which will be available on race day. Results are published every 5 minutes on race day. You may also visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/180361/

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Q. Will there be bathrooms on-site?

A. Men's and Women's restrooms including handicap accessible stalls and infant changing areas are also located in Atlantic Station located on either side of the movie theater just behind the Atlantic Station Green.

 

Q,  Where do we park?

A.  Parking for automobiles, nearest to the Race, is on level P1 or P2 of the parking deck at Atlantic Station. Refer to the "Directions and Parking" tab on this website for a map and additional details. 

 

Q.  What is the cost to park at Atlantic Station?

A.  Motorcycles & Scooters may park for free in the designated "scooter spots" located on street level of Atlantic Station.  The parking rates for automobiles can be found on the "Directions and Parking" tab on this website.

 

Q: My donor does not want to use a credit card online to make a donation, is there a way to send donations offline?

  A: Donations by check or other offline methods may be sent along to the SBTF at 5400 Glenridge Drive NE, Unit 422471, Atlanta, GA 30342. Monies received will be credited towards the participant or team as noted on the form. Funds must be received by the Wednesday prior to the Race for Research to count towards awards.

Together, we will find a cure.

Founded in 1995, our organization was created to offer support to the brain tumor community and to raise funds to advance research into brain tumors. We fund scientific research and investigator-initiated clinical trials focused on finding a cure for brain tumors. Through the years, we have proudly awarded over $3,040,000 in research grants. We believe seed funding will foster the continued development of emerging concepts, treatments, and therapies. We hope the projects funded by the SBTF might be a springboard from which researchers will garner additional data resulting in publications and recognition which has the potential to secure support from larger funding agencies.

The Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation also hosts support group meetings designed to give patients, as well as their families and caregivers, access to information and resources to aid navigation of the brain tumor journey.

The Foundation has expanded its vision to offer more than $200,000 in educational scholarships to those impact by a brain tumor diagnosis, offer additional support resources, provide patient acts of kindness, and provide Care Bags to current patients undergoing treatment.

Learn more about the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation by visiting our website.

 

"Having been an active participant in the SBTF and team member in the Race for Research for a decade now, I have seen the amazing things the Foundation does for families affected by brain cancer, including myself, and I'm so honored to have been chosen for this award. Thank you SBTF for everything you do!"

~ Annie R, 2020 Voices of Hope Scholarship recipient

"Thank you very much for the card. Laura heads up our brain tumor support group and she told me she had one for me. Things have been really difficult lately and this put a smile on my face. P.S. Thank you for all the work you do on our behalf."

~ Support Group member

"Your generosity and support will have a positive impact on those like Ashley's mother [a 30 year thriver] because it will help to fund much needed brain tumor research, create scholarships for those impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis, support our patient community, and offer hope for a cure. "

~ Steven & Ashley

"The scholarship has allowed me to go back to school to earn my master's degree in occupational therapy. The SBTF is a Foundation that has been close to my heart ever since my mom passed away from glioblastoma in 2016. I am so thankful for the ... fact that I have been able to go back to school and not have to worry about such a financial burden. The scholarship has truly impacted me and helped me so much and I can't thank you enough.”

~ Nicole O, 2021 Voices of Hope Scholarship Recipient

"I chose to support the SBTF because my family and I know what it's like to have a family member with a brain tumor. We know the struggles and so I jumped at the thought of being able to help other people fighting cancer."

~ Caroline R., daughter of a brain tumor survivor

"Why do I support the SBTF? Family. SBTF has treated our family like members of their family. Families stick together through thick and thin to weather the storm." 

~Tom G

"We are Voices of Hope in the race to find a cure for brain tumors. The Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation lets me do something to end this terrible disease."

~ Race Participant 2019

"Our NGMC patients and families have been ecstatic to receive support from the Foundation through the program. As a nurse, it has been my honor to facilitate the distribution of funds that have helped our patients buy baby diapers, clothes for rehab, and food to stock pantries."

~ North Georgia Medical Center nurse, Angie C

 

 

 

Do you want to see if we caught you in action?

Here are some of our favorites! You can check out all the photos from past Race for Research events, as well as other Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation events on our Flickr site!

Click HERE to visit the photo site or visit our YouTube channel for video highlights of prior year events!

                  

Donation Policy

By making a charitable gift to the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation (SBTF), a 501(c)3 not for profit organization, the donor understands that the SBTF cannot refund charitable donations. For the Race for Research or Muddy Duck Dash, SBTF events, charitable gifts are also non-refundable.

Cancellation Policy

After you have registered for a SBTF event, including the Race for Research, Golf Invitational, Pickleballin' for Brains or Muddy Duck Dash, no refunds are available for any reason. If the event is cancelled, tshirts or other swag for those registered are not guaranteed.

Even if you choose to cancel, SBTF cannot refund your registration fee and donations received nor transfer registration fee and donations to another participant's fundraising for any SBTF events including the Race for Research, Golf Invitational, Pickleballin' for Brains, or Muddy Duck Dash. Registrations will be converted to a donation to the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation.

The Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation may cancel or reroute an event due to the occurrence of any force majeure event or credible threat thereof, including but not limited to any Act of God, fire, earthquake, acts of civil or military authority, casualty, flood, war, terrorist attack, epidemic, pandemic, insurrection, civil unrest, strikes or other labor activities or any other similar cause beyond the reasonable control of the SBTF including environmental conditions that might threaten the health and safety of event participants, volunteers or staff. In this event, all registration fees will be converted to donations to support our cause and not refunded.

We understand that participants might think, "I can't participate so I want my money back", or "SBTF can just hold on to my donations until I find a time I can attend an event," or "The event is in two weeks and I just decided I can't make  it, but I'm sure the SBTF can transfer my donations to my registered teammate." However, for a nonprofit organization, like the SBTF, it is not that easy.

The production of an event requires months of planning and a significant upfront financial investment on our part. To offer refunds or to transfer participants to another event costs the SBTF and eventually could make it impossible to support our mission to end brain tumors.

We take our commitment to support the cause and our beneficiaries seriously. To that end, we work hard to support every SBTF participant's fundraising commitment. When you register for a SBTF event, we begin preparing the logistics for your participation and paying for your event expenses. If you cancel your spot, SBTF and our research grant program suffer a financial loss.

Unlike many nonprofits that run charitable events, we are in a unique position that we only employ three part-time personnel. Keep in mind that a participant transfer is still not easy for us- as a small staff, a participant transfer disrupts our planning and challenges our commitment to deliver the best events possible.

Privacy Policy

The Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation is committed to providing an informative and useful website for all visitors and constituents. At the same time, the SBTF is also committed to protecting the privacy of all users of its website. Our websites do not collect personal or identifiable information unless it is provided voluntarily and knowingly. When such information is provided by you voluntarily and knowingly, the SBTF will not sell this information to any third party.

To read our full privacy policy, please click here.

The SBTF Corporate Sponsors are absolutely amazing!!!

Many of our Corporate sponsors have been with us for more than a decade. Many of our Sponsors have been touched by a brain tumor diagnosis and they can not only talk-the-talk about this disease, but they can walk-the-walk. Not only do we feel their support through Race For Research, but we feel their support throughout the year as they share our passion to work toward a cure for brain tumors & brain cancers.

Please see the image of the 2025 sponsor document. Sponsorships opened January 2025 and include opportunities to combine sponsorships of our SBTF Golf Invitational, SBTF Voices of Hope Scholarships, and SBTF Patient Programs in addition to the SBTF Race for Research. At this time, the SBTF Golf Invitational has passed, those options are no longer available. If you have any questions, you can reach us via email at events@sbtf.org

Deadline to receive full benefits as outlined in the document is September 1, 2025. Sponsorship requests after that date will be accepted, however you may not receive full benefits of the level selected.

If you know the level at which you'd like to sponsor the Race for Research, please submit payment by credit card or direct debit here or you may mail a check. Please email events@sbtf.org for mailing instructions.

 

         

         

Click the icon below to download a copy of the sponsorship brochure to view the full array of offerings.

 

Back by popular demand will be Team Village! Spaces are available for teams by check-box request during registration of the team captain. Team Village provides a designated meeting space for team members to meet and rally together on race day. Check the list below to see if your team is participating with a tent location. After all the available spaces are claimed a wait list will be created for those still interested in having a tent location.

We do offer early pick-up at Big Peach Running stores. See the "Packet Pickup" tab for details. 

Those interested in this activity will receive information on: 

• The location of Team Tent village
• Details on how to participate
• What's allowed and what's not
• Set-up and tear-down requirements
• Trash removal

For more information on this activity, please contact us at events@sbtf.org. Team space is limited and is issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

TEAM TENT GUIDELINES:

• Set up commences at 6:30 am Saturday
• Tents may not be larger than 10x10 feet
• Your team tent, decorations and other items must be inside the 10x10 area and not encroach on other team's space
• Tent, chairs, tables and other items are provided by the team
• Tents may not be staked or tied down
• Weights or sand is highly recommended as the location is windy between buildings
• Grills or other heat generating equipment are not allowed
• Pets are not allowed in tent row or the Race venue
• Trash must be collected and disposed of properly
• Tents may not be placed on sidewalks
• Tent areas must be clean and tents removed by 10:30 am when streets reopen
• Tents must be set up in the assigned area. No other areas are permitted by Atlantic Station.
• A site map showing tent locations can be seen below
• Be sure to share your tent location so your team members can find you
• Decorate your tent and show your team spirit

2025 TEAMS WITH CONFIRMED TENT LOCATIONS (Map of tent locations)

• Can't Steal Caden's Joy
• Hope for Heather
• Team DenFeyer
• Sue Sue's Soldiers
• Team Case
• Leader of the Band
• The Burger Dancers
• #JoeStrong
• Team Tiffany
• Team Margo

 *Updated 9/10/25. If your team is not listed and you believe it should be on the list above, please contact us. (info@sbtf.org)

 

The SBTF all-volunteer Board of Directors consists of passionate people, like you, who are committed to making a difference through their gift of time and talent. Our small but dedicated Board works diligently to achieve the Foundation's goals; among which is to find a cure for brain tumors through the funding of invaluable brain tumor research. 

Through the spirit of volunteerism comes the fulfillment of paying-it-forward, and truly making a marked difference. If you would like to join upwards of 100 volunteers who assist us on Race Day, or if you would like to volunteer throughout the year, we'd love to hear from you.

To get involved year round, simply send us an email with your interests and availability. We will contact you to discuss opportunities for you to become a Voice of Hope with the SBTF.

To volunteer at the Race for Research this year, and choose your time and shift, visit our Sign Up Genius page!

Help us honor those who are touched by brain tumors through your involvement as an SBTF volunteer.

With Many Thanks,

SBTF Staff and the Volunteer Committee
info@sbtf.org

 

The Wall of Honor and the Survivor Tree are interactive displays provided by the SBTF on Race day for all attendees to honor brain tumor survivors, brain tumor patients, and brain tumor warriors. 

Each interactive display allows individuals to give pause, to reflect, and to share their own personal journey or the journey of a loved one through photos and messages. We encourage attendees to bring photos, messages, posters or other memorabilia to post in the Wall of Honor activity. Push pins and tape will be provided by the SBTF.

For the Survivor Tree activity, we invite you to create beautiful paper butterflies, print the name of your brain tumor hero on the butterfly, then affix the butterfly to the Survivor Tree. Come and watch the Survivor Tree come to life through your involvement in this activity.

Oh, and yes, your memorabilia may be collected at the close of the days' events.

Need more info? email us at events@sbtf.org

 

       

   

Race for Research General Information

 We are offering early bib & shirt pickup again this year! 

• 5-6:30pm on Monday September 15, 2025 - Pickup at Big Peach Running Co Brookhaven location (Directions)
• 5-6:30pm on Tuesday September 16, 2025 - Pickup at Big Peach Running Co Marietta location (Directions)
• 5-6:30pm on Wednesday September 17, 2025 - Pickup at Big Peach Running Co Suwanee location (Directions)
  

Saturday 9/20

• 6:30 am -  Check-In and Registration opens
• 7:15 am -  Registration closes
• 7:15 am -  Opening Ceremony, 1K/5K follows
• 9:00 am -  Tot Trot begins
  
• 9:15 am -  Post-Race Awards Ceremony
  

**** Start times are approximate, Rain or Shine event ****

Location  

Atlantic Station in Atlanta, GA (a live-work-play retail and residential living space). Driving Directions can be obtained by web search of Atlantic Green Atlantic Station or by using the address of 241 20th Street, NW, Atlanta, GA 30363. 

Cost

 Now - September 14, 2025  Pricing  (Shirts guaranteed to those registered by 8/31/25)

• 1K Untimed: $40   
  
• 5K Timed: $50  
  
• Tot Trot Untimed: $20     (age 6 or younger) 
  
• Virtual with swag: $40
  
• Virtual without swag: $20  
  

Sept. 15 - Sept 19, 2025 @10am Pricing      - Shirts are NOT guaranteed  

• 1K Untimed: $50     
• 5K Timed: $60           
  
• Tot Trot Untimed: $25    (age 6 or younger)
• Virtual with swag: $40 (No longer available)
• Virtual without swag: $20  
  

Advance registration is highly encouraged for ALL races. SHIRTS ARE LIMITED.

START LINE ETIQUETTE

We request all walkers (whether 5K or 1K) line up behind runners to help facilitate the start of the Race and avoid collisions. Children and strollers are welcomed, however if you bring a stroller we ask that you also start behind the runners.

TOT TROT

Available to children ages 6 and under; occurs from 9:00am-9:15am (approx time) to allow parents to complete the 1K or 5K prior to the Tot Trot. A 50 yard dash across our finish line for the tots to experience their own Race. Tots will receive a finisher ribbon and a goodie bag. 

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Water stations will be setup at the Finish Line as well as at along the course. Food and beverage will be on-site for purchase of refreshments. 

OFFLINE DONATIONS

Donations by check or other offline methods may be sent along with the offline donation form to the SBTF. Monies received will be credited towards the participant or team as noted on the form. Funds must be received by the Wednesday prior to the Race for Research to count towards awards.

TEAM TENTS

A list of teams who have reserved a team spot are on the "Team Tents" page. Captains are able to reserve a spot for their team during registration or by emailing info@sbtf.org.

 

1k Run/Walk (Untimed): T-Shirt

5k Run/Walk (Timed): T-Shirt

Tot Trot: T-Shirt