About the Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer Race

We are excited to welcome the community back for the 2026 Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Milliken Arboretum. Join us as we run, walk, and rally together to support local children battling cancer and the families who stand beside them.
Last year, the Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer raised more than $65,000 to benefit Upstate children through Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas.
This cross-country fun run and 5K race helps children like Maci, pictured here, who are fighting the toughest battles of their lives. Let’s show up, move our bodies, and rally together in support of these strong and brave children!

To see pictures from the race, click here!

Maci CCP Child

Get Involved!

SPONSOR

Let us know your interest in sponsoring our 2026 race by contacting Sophi Schwartzbauer at [email protected].

PARTICIPATE

Walk, run, or strut your way to the finish line!

VOLUNTEER

Donate your time by volunteering at the next Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer Race. Help set up before the event or assist during the event itself. Have questions in the meantime? Contact [email protected].

Thank You to Our 2025 Event Sponsors!

PRESENTING SPONSOR

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System

Diamond Sponsor

Anonymous

Subaru of Spartanburg

Platinum Sponsors

Spartanburg Breakfast Optimist Club

BMW

Gold Sponsors

AFL
BAGWELL FENCE
Milliken

RON HAWKINS, REALTOR

Signs and Designs

Silver Sponsors

BDRC
Colonial Trust
Park National Bank
United Community Bank

Bronze Sponsors

Advent Thursday Bible Study
Climate Right Heating & Cooling
Collins Hammett Construction, LLC
CWS Insurance
Lugoff Optimist Club
The McLeods