Miles For Hope Predicts $100K in Donations From Annual Fundraiser For Brain Tumor Research

CLEARWATER, FL, June 16, 2011 (Press-News.org) Miles For Hope, Inc. will hold its fourth annual Moving Towards a Cure Clearwater Brain Tumor Awareness Cycle/Run/Walk on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 7:15 am at Coachman Park in Clearwater, FL. The event is expected to raise over $100,000 to fund brain tumor research and provide travel assistance to brain tumor patients. Over 1200 supporters are expected to participate in the event.

"It has been quite frustrating to see the same vaccine that saved my life, and the lives of others, unavailable to those battling this devastating disease," says Bob Gibbs, founder of Miles for Hope and seven-year brain tumor survivor. "We can ensure that more people have access to the same treatment that helped save my life by raising the bar in our fundraising efforts." Gibbs has been featured on NBC Extra! and in Contemporary Oncology for his perseverance in finding a safe and effective cure for brain tumors.

The event is open to all ages. Same-day registration is at 6 am. Visit http://www.MIlesForHope.org for event times. Registration fees for adults are: 5K Run/Walk - $25, 1 mile - $20, Cycle race - $35. Fees increase $5 after September 9. Registration is free for children under 6 years. Supporters can participate individually or form a team. Post-event celebration to follow the race and includes an award presentation to remember those battling brain tumor disease as well as those who lost their battle.

Coachman Park is located at 301 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL. For more information, please visit the website, http://www.milesforhope.org or call 727-781-4673.

Miles for Hope, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to funding cutting-edge brain tumor research, raising awareness of brain tumors and providing travel assistance to brain tumor patients enrolled in clinical trials.

Miles for Hope was established by Bob & Barb Gibbs to raise funds for promising brain tumor clinical trials and research. We are dedicated to raising funds to improve current treatments for brain tumors, and to assist brain tumor patients with travel expenses for their treatment.

Our goal at Miles for Hope is to provide a complete source for cutting edge treatment and support for both the patient and care givers. There are many wonderful sources of information on the internet for brain tumors, and our goal is to compile these resources at one location. Here you will find a large support forum full of information, the most current clinical trial information, breaking news regarding brain tumors, and other support and awareness tools for your use in combating and fighting brain tumors.