How do breast cancer walks work?
Take a step toward a world without cancer At Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events, participants walk to celebrate and honor breast cancer survivors and caregivers, educate the public about prevention and detection to reduce the risk of the disease, and raise funds to help end breast cancer.
What is a cancer walk?
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement is the world’s largest peer-to-peer fundraising event dedicated to saving lives from cancer. For over 35 years, communities across the world have come together to honor and remember loved ones and take action for lifesaving change.
How long does the breast cancer walk take?
It’s a 60-mile walk over the course of three days. The route is fully supported by an experienced and energetic crew, who will keep you fed and cheer you on like the hero you are!
When is the Jones Beach breast cancer Walk?
Join us this Sunday, October 17th as we make strides against breast cancer!
How do you set up a cancer walk?
How to Organize a Walkathon
- Get Volunteers. Before you start doing anything else, look for people who are willing to help you.
- Decide Where to Walk.
- Give Your Walk a Name.
- Promote Your Event.
- Make Registration Forms.
- Find Sponsors.
- Get Ready for the Big Day.
How long do you walk for Relay For Life?
Relay for Life only requires that one person from each team be on the track at all times. This allows team members to take breaks. However, team members should be able to walk for 30 minutes at a time. People who rely on wheelchairs may also “walk” laps in most events.
How long is Breast Cancer Walk at Jones Beach?
Under a bright blue sky, participants proudly wore pink and chatted happily during the five-mile charity walk hosted by the American Cancer Society.
When is the Breast Cancer Walk in NYC?
Join Making Strides
| Event | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Making Strides of Central Park -Manhattan, NY Sign Up DONATE | CENTRAL PARK – BANDSHELL West 66th St and Central Park West Manhattan, NY | October 16, 2022 |
| Making Strides of Jersey City -Jersey City, NJ Sign Up DONATE | Liberty State Park | October 9, 2022 |
When is the cancer walk in New York?
What is the Making Strides against breast cancer walk?
Every three-five mile Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk is a powerful and inspiring opportunity to unite as a community to honor breast cancer survivors, and raise awareness about steps we can take to reduce the risk of getting breast cancer. One person can do a lot.
What is a making strides event?
Making Strides events celebrate and honor breast cancer survivors and caregivers; educate the public about prevention and detection to reduce risk of the disease; and raise funds to help end breast cancer. People walk as individuals or on teams with family, friends, and coworkers.
How do I sign up to volunteer with Making Strides against cancer?
To sign up to volunteer with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, please visit our Volunteer Community and select “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” from the program filter.
Why join the movement to fight breast cancer?
Join the Movement. Fund the Future For more than two decades, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer has united communities in the fight against this deadly disease and funded breakthrough research, 24/7 support for breast cancer patients, and access to lifesaving screenings.