Hope Starts Here Challenge June 13

The 2026 IncredibleBank Hope Starts Here Challenge, a variety of running and walking events designed to raise funds and awareness for the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center (UMBTC), will be held on Saturday, June 13. The UMBTC is a collaborative effort between Northern Michigan University, UP Health System and the Superior Health Foundation. Registration ends at 11:59 p.m. June 12.

The UMBTC's mission is to empower patients and families dealing with brain tumors through advocacy, research, education and treatment. At the lab on NMU's campus, undergraduate and graduate students guided by faculty mentors learn research techniques while improving the neuro-oncology field's understanding of glioblastoma multiforme, ultimately improving treatment methods and outcomes.

The IncredibleBank Hope Starts Here Challenge features the following events, with entry fees indicated: half marathon and 31K challenge, $65; 10K, 5K and leisure walk, $35; and Molly's Mile kids' run for ages 12 and under, $20. Virtual participation is $30.

For more information on the 21st installment of the challenge, visit https://www.hopestartshere.org.