
From the Organizer
Join Project Purple for Steps for a Cure 5k: Battle Thrive Live Run!
In 2020, Robin Schroeder underwent a Whipple procedure after being diagnosed with a pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor (PNET). After years of recovery, determination, and crossing countless finish lines, she learned in late 2025 that her cancer had returned and progressed to Stage IV.
Instead of letting that diagnosis define her, Robin chose to keep moving forward.
A passionate runner, advocate, wife, mother, and believer in finding joy in every day, she has completed numerous half marathons and marathons since her original surgery. Running became more than exercise—it became a symbol of resilience, hope, and the power of putting one foot in front of the other, no matter the obstacles.
As Race Director of Steps for the Cure: Battle • Thrive • Live • Run, Robin is proud to bring this event to the communities of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. In partnership with Project Purple, she hopes to raise awareness, support pancreatic cancer research, and create a meaningful event that honors survivors, remembers loved ones, and inspires hope for everyone impacted by this disease.
Her message is simple:
Battle with courage. Thrive with purpose. Live with gratitude. Run toward hope.
Because every step matters, and every step brings us closer to a cure. Register Today! 💜
Robin Schroeder - Project Purple Ambassador
Race Director, Steps for the Cure: Battle • Thrive • Live • Run
All registered participants will receive race day t-shirt and bib.
Be sure to be on the lookout for some fun fundraising incentive prizes in which you can unlock!
Event Information
8:00 AM - Volunteers Arrive and Set-Up
9:00 AM - Packet Pick-Up and Registration Opens
10:00 AM - Race Begins!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toledo Express Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
268,461
as of 2023
City Elevation
594 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Steps for a Cure 5K: Battle Thrive Live Run!, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
339
Days to train
Coming Up
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3 miles away
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3 miles away
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3 miles away
Tammy's Walk
4 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Steps for a Cure 5K: Battle Thrive Live Run!
May 22, 2027