The Blazin’ Battle Against Brain Cancer

In Memory of Jim Varin to benefit The RI Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation

Jim Varin was a dedicated firefighter in the city of Providence for 31 years.  He always expressed how extremely thankful he was to have a job that he loved so much.

In January of 2022, Jim’s life as he knew it completely changed. He was diagnosed with Glioblastoma, an aggressive and fatal form of brain cancer, at the young age of 52. Due to this diagnosis, Jim would never be able to return to his fire station and perform the job he loved.

Before his passing, just 13 months later, he talked about wanting to help others who may be affected by Glioblastoma down the road. I assured him that his death would not be in vain and that we would make sure some good came from him being taken from us too soon by such a relentless cancer.

The Blazin’ Battle Against Brain Cancer 5k/10k is not only a way to keep Jim’s memory alive and positively channel the pain so many of us feel in his absence, but most importantly it will fulfill Jim’s desire to help others who are faced with a brain or spine cancer diagnosis.

Your participation in this race will directly support The Rhode Island Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation’s (RIBSTF) mission to provide comprehensive support to those individuals, and families of those diagnosed, with brain or spine tumors and enhance their quality of life by providing education, spiritual and financial support, as well as to assist those who conduct research and wish to study this field.

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for helping to make a difference in the lives of brain/spine cancer patients and their families. No one should have to go this road alone!

-The Varin Family

Please note - Dogs and strollers are precluded from participating in the event.  

Bib Pick up
Sunday, May 17th - 6:30 AM to 7:45 AM at Deerfield Park. 

PLEASE BRING YOUR QR CODE FOR QUICK CHECK-IN (It can be shown from your mobile device, it does not need to be printed - save a tree.)  Bib numbers will be assigned at check-in.

Awards

Top 3 Overall Male & Female for both the 5k & 10k
1st Place Age Group Award Male & Female for the 5k & 10k

Age Group increments:

• 19 & under
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70-74
• 75-79
• 80-84
• 84-90
• 90+

We are excited to be a partner race for the NE 65+ Running Club

RHODE ISLAND BRAIN & SPINE TUMOR FOUNDATION

"Blazin' Battle Against Brain Cancer 5K/10K"
Sunday, May 18, 2025 ~ Deerfield Park, Smithfield RI Sponsorship Levels

Sponsors will be recognized as listed below and at all 2025 RIBSTF events

 

"FIRE CHIEF" (includes 3 foursomes at golf tournament)

Presenting Sponsor in partnership with RIBSTF (1 available) Recognition on runners' bibs and start and finish lines
Recognition on all printed event material
Business Spotlight display of name and logo on website and social media
Prominent display of name and logo on event t-shirts
Opportunity to include items/information at registration table
5 free entries into 5k and 5 free entries into 10K
$7,500

 

"BATTALION CHIEF" Platinum Level Sponsor (4 available)

(includes 2 foursomes at golf tournament)
Recognition at start and finish lines
Display of name and logo on website and social media
Display of name and logo on event t-shirts
Opportunity to include items/information at registration table
4 free entries into 5k and 4 free entries into 10K
$5,000

 

"CAPTAIN" Gold Level Sponsor

(includes 1 foursome at golf tournament)
Display of name and logo on website and social media
Display of name and logo on event t-shirts
Opportunity to include items/information at registration table
3 free entries into 5k and 3 free entries into 10K
$2,500

 

"LIEUTENANT" Silver Level Sponsor

Display of name and logo on website and social media
Display of name and logo on event t-shirts and signage
Recognition on website, media, and al printed event material
1 free entry into 5k and 1 free entry into 10K
$1,000

 

"FIREFIGHTER" Bronze Level Sponsor

Display of name and logo on website, social media, t-shirts and signage
$500

 

"PROBIE FIREFIGHTER" Friend Level Sponsor

Business name listed on event t-shirts $250
Mile Marker Supporter ~ Business Sign at mile marker on course

$100

 

For more information, please contact Lisa at 401-272-4177.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Checks should be made payable to :

Rhode Island Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation or RIBSTF and can be mailed to: RIBSTF, PO Box 9201, Warwick RI 02889

5k: T-Shirt

Virtual 5k: T-Shirt

10k: T-Shirt

Virtual 10k: T-Shirt