“We’re maniacs, maniacs for the cure! Going the distance like we never have before,” is the slogan of the Million Mile Maniacs team taking Alex’s Million Mile – Run.Walk.Ride. by storm this year! Led by chief maniac and Alex’s Dad, Jay Scott, the team comprised of more than 100 individuals including researchers, childhood cancer heroes and even dogs from across the country has set a lofty goal to raise $10,000 throughout the month of September and log nearly as many miles.

To prepare for the month long event and recruit others to join their team, the Million Mile Maniacs produced an 80’s style video to the song “She’s a Maniac” from the 1983 movie, FlashDance, featuring Jay Scott and other team members in leg warmers and throwback workout attire. To boost their fundraising efforts, the team has also partnered with a local bar in Philadelphia to host an event that will include drink specials, raffles, silent auction items and more.

Innately aware of the need to support research funds dedicated to childhood cancer research, Jay Scott and his team will be running, walking and biking non-stop throughout the month to honor the memory of Alex and all childhood cancer heroes that need cures, now.

Visit the Million Mile Maniac's page here!