New Jersey Cancer Charity Plans First Fundraising Run in Bangladesh
Axiom REACH says it expects more than 1,000 runners at its January event in Dhaka supporting cancer programs.
The Axiom REACH Foundation, a cancer charity based in Princeton, New Jersey, is set to launch its inaugural fundraising run in Bangladesh, aiming to raise awareness and funds to fight cancer in the densely populated nation. The 7.5K to Fight Cancer event will take place on January 8, 2027, around Lake Hatirjheel in Dhaka, the capital city, and is expected to draw over 1,000 participants.
The foundation, which supports various cancer-related initiatives in Bangladesh, including the Children's Cancer Fund and Project 1767, hopes to reach 30 million people through its awareness campaign and double its funding in the country. Celebrities and international runners are anticipated to participate, with virtual participation from more than 25 countries.
Since expanding its activities to Bangladesh in 2023, the Children's Cancer Fund has supported 68 children undergoing cancer treatment, with 21 achieving remission. Celebrity singer Dilshad Nahar Kona is backing the cause, expressing her support for the children's well-being. The program's success is illustrated by Sumaya Akter Sinthia, a former patient who is now in remission and advocates for the cause.
Axiom REACH Foundation, founded in 2019, currently operates with an annual budget of around $300,000 and aims to double it by 2030, striving to exponentially increase its impact.
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