Jalen Hurts serves as official champion for 2027 I Heart CHOP event

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Jalen Hurts serves as official champion for 2027 I Heart CHOP event
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Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will serve as the official champion for the 2027 I Heart CHOP Run, Walk and Virtual Challenge. The event is scheduled to take place on April 25, 2027, at FDR Park in South Philadelphia. It features both a 3-mile run and a 1.5-mile family fun walk to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. A month-long virtual challenge will also be available for remote participants from May 1 through May 31, 2027. The inaugural event previously raised more than $1.7 million with over 7,000 participants involved. Funds raised through the initiative support the Children’s Fund, which covers hospital programs, research, and patient care, or specific areas chosen by team participants.

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  • Jalen Hurts is the official champion for the second annual I Heart CHOP event.
  • The in-person event is scheduled for April 25, 2027, at FDR Park.
  • A virtual challenge will run from May 1 to May 31, 2027.
  • The 2027 event follows an inaugural effort that raised over $1.7 million.
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Jalen Hurts will serve as official champion of the 2027 I Heart CHOP Run, Walk and Virtual Challenge supporting children’s care

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