Online registration is still open for the 12thAnnual Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund Fight It! Raceat Central Park in Santa Clarita on Saturday May 11. Each year this race raises over $20,000 for young adults ages 18-40 currently in cancer treatment to meet daily needs that are not covered by insurance.

Registration fees are $37 for the 10K, $32 for the 5K and $15 for the 1K Fun Run.  Canine companions run for $5 per pup.  Registration by May 1st includes a t-shirt and a goody bag. Runners and supporters are encouraged to raise money through the website to help the BMCF meet their fundraising goals.  The top fundraiser will win an Apple iPad!

This year, our goal is to exceed $40,000 raised and have over 400 runners participating in one of our events, but help is needed in a variety of ways.  We are currently looking for volunteers, sponsors and donations.

For more details about the races or how you can help go to www.fightit5k.com or contact Event Coordinator, Tiffany Grummer at fightit5k@bmcf.net.

The Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund (BMCF) supports patients ages 18-40 as they undergo cancer treatment.  This fund provides services to meet daily needs that are not covered by insurance. Typical grants cover $600 worth of medical co-payments, transportation, rents or mortgages, repairs and groceries.

In early 2003, the BMCF incorporated as a California non-profit.  Later that same year it became a Federal 501(c)(3) non-profit.

Since it was founded by Brenda in 2001, the Fund has provided over $258,000 in services for 382 young adults across 30 different states.  She built it specifically for young adults her age to maintain self-respect during the months of treatment and minimize the financial stresses that are associated with this trying time.

In February 2004, Brenda lost her second battle against cancer.  However, the BMCF continues to realize her vision of a nationwide support organization that helps young adults fight cancer.

For more information about the Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund or any of the Fight It! Racesplease visit www.bmcf.net.