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What is Bounce Back from Cancer™

We believe a world free from cancer is possible. That’s why we created Bounce Back from Cancer™, a game-changing partnership between The Miami HEAT and Baptist Health Foundation to raise funds for new lifesaving cancer research at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute.

Baptist Health Foundation is dedicated to inspiring philanthropy to support Baptist Health, a not-for-profit healthcare organization committed to medical excellence and the health, well-being and extraordinary care of our South Florida communities.

Now in its sixth year, Bounce Back from Cancer™ brings our community together on a 14.2, 6 or 2 mile (your choice) basketball dribble through the streets of Miami, to the Kaseya Center to raise critical funds for breakthrough cancer research and clinical trials. Last year’s event raised over $4.1 million dollars. Bounce Back from Cancer™ 2025 promises to be bigger and better than ever, as we shoot for the moon with a goal of $5 million, 2,000 participants and over 8,000 donors. 

You can get involved in Bounce Back from Cancer™ by registering, donating or inviting family, friends and colleagues to support you on a fun-filled day of activities, all to benefit this very important cause. 

Register to Dribble

Ready to make a difference? Sign up as an individual dribbler, choose from one of three exciting courses and start fundraising! Each course has a fundraising minimum, but we know you can go beyond. Every dollar raised brings us closer to our goal—let’s create an even bigger impact together!

Form a Game-Winning Team

Gather your friends, family and/or co-workers to walk, dribble and fundraise together. Unite as a group, aim high and see what we can accomplish when we join forces!

Be a Cheerleader

No dribbling skills? No worries! Make a donation to support the cause — you’ll get Bounce Back from Cancer™ updates and can cheer on our dribblers from various points along the route the day of the event.

Event Details
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Bounce Back from Cancer™ Full Court Challenge Bounce Back from Cancer™ Half Court Bounce Back from Cancer™ Final Stretch Bounce Back from Cancer™ Cheerleader
14.2 Mile Course
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute to Kaseya Center
6 Mile Course
Coconut Grove to Kaseya Center
2 Mile Course
The Underline in Brickell’s Backyard to Kaseya Center
Participate from home
Arrival:  5:30 a.m.
Start Time:  6 a.m.
Arrival:  8:30 a.m.
Start Time:  10 a.m.
Arrival:  9:30 a.m.
Start Time:  11 a.m.
Police Escorted Group Walk & Dribble Police Escorted Group Walk & Dribble Police Escorted Group Walk & Dribble

We start and finish together. There will be various rest stops along the entire course, with restroom facilities, handwashing stations, hydration and snacks.

Access to Finish Line Celebration at Kaseya Center with music, food, entertainment, games and activities for all ages, cameo appearances and more!

Fundraising Minimum: $500
Registration Fee:  $75
Fundraising Minimum: $300
Registration Fee:  $65
Fundraising Minimum: $150*
Registration Fee:  $55

*Fundraising minimum waived for students 18 years of age and younger for the Final Stretch Only. Does not apply to Challenge or Back Court. Must provide valid school ID.

Fundraising: Encouraged
Registration Fee:  Complimentary

55+ People have registered

15+ Teams have registered

19+ Total Sponsors

112+ Donations received

Amount of Money Raised Since 2018

$10.6 Million

Funds raised are supporting cancer research and patient clinical trials that advance lifesaving cures and life-changing outcomes. These trials and research will translate the high-impact discoveries made in our labs to outstanding patient care at the Institute. Your generosity is currently funding clinical trials in radiation oncology, gynecologic oncology, hematology, medical oncology and surgical oncology, impacting hundreds of patients.

Why It Matters

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Contact the Foundation

Events@BaptistHealth.net

Our 2025 Sponsors

Official Bounce Back from Cancer™ Partner

Championship Title Sponsor

MVP Presenting Sponsors

Official Time-Out Sponsor

All-Defensive Platinum Sponsors

Reverse Jam Gold Sponsors

Slam Dunk Silver Sponsors

Alley-Oop Bronze Sponsors

Underwriting Opportunities ($5,000+)

In-Kind Supporters