Michaels Cause Step for a Cure 5K

Officially timed 5K run and walk to follow.  The Michael’s Cause 5k run is now the 3rd leg of the Staten Island Triple Crown of 5k races. Awards are given based on age categories.  There will be food and refreshments as well as raffles.

Michael’s Cause raises awareness of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and directs all proceeds to the best medical and scientific research to find better treatments and a future cure for this disease.  In addition Michael’s Cause helps families with boys and men affected by Duchenne with the purchase of medical equipment and accessible vans.

To date Michael’s Cause has directed over 2 million dollars towards research and equipment.