Bolt For Breast Cancer 5K and Fun Run Returned with over $51K Raised for Breast Cancer Research  

Community 5K draws more than 500 participants to support lifesaving breast cancer research in Alabama 

The Bolt for Breast Cancer 5K and Fun Run returned to Mountain Brook with a display of pink and community support. The annual event has the same goal every year – to fund breast cancer research and save lives. The Bolt for Breast Cancer, organized by the Junior Board of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) and presented by ABC 33/40 and Thrivent, took place at Crestline Field on Sunday, October 5, and raised an impressive $51,689 with 509 participants of the 5K and 1-mile Dolly Dash.

Ty Kimberlin finished first in the men’s 5K, and Adela Negron-Flores came in first place for the women. Full race results are available here. 

“The $51,689 that we raised together will make an impact throughout Alabama,” said Erica Mitchell, Junior Board member and Event Chair. “These funds will enable groundbreaking breast cancer research to occur, leading to new information, improving quality of life for patients, and hope for future generations faced with a breast cancer diagnosis.” 

The festivities continued long after participants bolted across the finish line. Race participants enjoyed face painting, an inflatable obstacle course, and a bounce house. Refreshments were generously provided by Birmingham Coca-Cola Bottling Co, Craft’s, and brick + tin. 

All proceeds stay in the state of Alabama, but they are invested in breast cancer research that diagnoses, treats, and prevents the disease worldwide. Since the event’s inception in 2018, $260,100 has been raised to support the BCRFA’s mission to find a cure for breast cancer and eradicate the disease. 

To learn more about BCRFA and to get involved, visit bcrfa.org/get-involved.

The BCRFA thanks the sponsors who made the 2025 Bolt for Breast Cancer a success, including: Presenting Sponsors ABC 33/40 and Thrivent, Bham Now, Vulcan Materials Company, Alabama Graphics, Medical Properties Trust, Regions, Synovus, Southeastern Jewelers, Diversified Maintenance, AmWins, City Paper Company, Vulcan Imaging Associates Women’s, Fravert, O’Neal Wealth Management Group, Mary Chollet and Camper O’Neal, Southern Company, Advo(k)ate Advisors, Birmingham Squadron, Steven and Erin Elseroad, Craft’s, Birmingham Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Dentons Sirote, Topview Sports, Cerflux, Circle H Services, Ferrellgas, Goldenbird Marketing, Hacienda Mexican Grill, High Five Healthcare, Hoar Construction, Oak Mountain Pediatric Dentistry, Ron Davidson Law Firm, RSM US LLP, Three Arbor Insurance, Tovar Wealth Management Group.

About the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama 
Founded in 1996, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to find a cure for breast cancer by funding promising breast cancer research in Alabama and raising community awareness and funding for that research. BCRFA funds promote a comprehensive approach to battling breast cancer by fueling collaborative and innovative research to help diagnose, treat, prevent, and eradicate the disease. Thanks to generous community support, BCRFA’s lifetime investment in life-saving research is over $16 million. All funding stays in Alabama, but the impact is worldwide. Learn more about our mission and breakthroughs at www.bcrfa.org.