For the past seven years, runners, cyclists and swimmers have helped raise thousands of dollars to help the David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation in its mission to assist local families in need during their fights against cancer. On Sunday, June 9, they will gather to compete once again in the Stafford Run for Hope.

Starting witha triathlon at 7 a.m., the colossal athletic competition also includes duathlon, aquabike and 5K events. Everything starts and finishes at Manahawkin Lake Park.