Run for Tomorrow

A global marathon to save lives from intestinal cancer. Preventative medicine is the best medicine—join runners worldwide to raise awareness and help more people get screened on time.

25+ Countries Participating
5,000+ Global Runners
100K+ Lives Impacted
Event date: October 12
Location: Sofia, Bulgaria + Virtual Worldwide

Join the Global Challenge

Unlock achievements, compete with teams worldwide, and track your impact

Distance Challenges

Complete 5K, 10K, Half, or Full Marathon challenges

5K Hero10K Champion

Awareness Ambassador

Share screening info and earn impact points

AdvocateInfluencer

Team Builder

Create teams and compete globally

CaptainSquad Leader

Why we run

Early detection of intestinal (colorectal) cancer dramatically improves outcomes. Screening reduces both incidence and mortality—yet far too many people still aren't getting tested. Our goal is simple: get more people screened, earlier.

All funds from this event support BOND — the Bulgarian Oncological Scientific Society, a non-profit successor to Bulgaria's national oncology society, advancing cancer science, education, and care.

Bulgaria: Why This Matters Now

Bulgaria historically has no nationwide, population-based CRC screening program—but momentum is building. A national campaign in 2024 tested more than 93,000 people using free FIT kits. Your participation helps keep screening in the spotlight.

Get screened: what to know

The best test is the one you get done—talk to your doctor about the right option for you.

EU Approach

Most national programs invite adults (often 50–74) to do a FIT/FOBT stool test at regular intervals; colonoscopy only if positive.

At-Home Options
  • • FIT or HS-gFOBT: every year
  • • Stool DNA-FIT: every 1–3 years
Clinical Options
  • • Flexible sigmoidoscopy: every 5 years
  • • CT colonography: every 5 years
  • • Colonoscopy: every 10 years

Higher risk? Start earlier.

If you have inflammatory bowel disease, certain hereditary syndromes, or a strong family history, talk to your clinician about earlier and more frequent colonoscopies (often every 1–3 years after baseline).

Event details

What's included

Race options: Marathon / Half / 10K / 5K / Family Fun Run
Starter kit: Bib, timing chip, tee, and partner goodies
On-course support: Water, electrolytes, first aid, cheering squads
Finish line festival: Music, recovery zone, screening info booths

Schedule — Sunday, October 12

06:30Bag drop opens
07:30Warm-up & welcome
08:00Marathon & Half start
08:3010K start
09:005K & Family Run start
11:00–14:00Finish line festival & screening Q&A

How your donation helps

Your registration fee and donations support BOND (Bulgarian Oncological Scientific Society) to:

Expand Education

Clinician education and evidence-based guidance on screening

Awareness Campaigns

Support campaigns that help people test on time

Strengthen Research

Oncology research and best-practice sharing across Bulgaria

Take action today

Register & Participate
  • • Register for the run and bring a friend
  • • Pledge to get screened (or remind a loved one)
  • • Fundraise with a team at work, school, or your club
Support & Sponsor
  • • Sponsor the event and power national awareness
  • • Start a fundraising page for your network
  • • Share screening information with your community

FAQs

Is "intestinal cancer" the same as bowel/colorectal cancer?

Yes—many campaigns use "bowel," "colorectal," or "intestinal" cancer to refer to cancers of the colon and rectum.

I'm under 45—should I test?

Average-risk adults typically start at 45–50 (country-dependent). If you have symptoms or risk factors, speak with your clinician about earlier testing.

Does screening really work?

Yes. Widespread screening reduces cases and deaths by finding precancerous polyps and early-stage cancers.

Is there a program in Bulgaria?

There isn't a permanent population-based program yet, but large campaigns have shown strong public interest and impact—another reason this event matters.