On May 6, runners and walkers of all ages—from toddlers to grandparents—will lace up their sneakers and join hundreds of Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA) supporters in Greenwich, CT for the organization’s annual Run/Walk for Hope. The event brings together families, friends, neighbors and the family dog—for a fun and meaningful morning as participants remember loved ones who lost their lives to the disease and honor courageous breast cancer survivors.
Recognizing the important role fitness plays in both prevention and recovery, BCA added a 5K run to its annual 1-mile walk in 2016. This year, the organization is expanding the event further with its inaugural Walk or Run Where You Live. Women, men, and children in communities throughout the U.S. will join supporters in Greenwich, CT on May 6 running or walking in their hometowns—around their neighborhood, on a school track, along the beach, through the mountains, wherever their feet may take them. Walk or Run Where You Live reflects BCA’s ever-broadening funding focus and efforts to extend vital research grants beyond the New York metro area. It’s an easy, healthy, enjoyable way to make a big impact!
Participants can register for either event at: https://www.flipcause.com/index.php/secure/event_step1/Mjc1NTM
Breast Cancer Alliance is one of the largest private, non-corporate breast-cancer organizations in the U.S. Since its founding in 1996, BCA has awarded approximately $25 million in grants, supporting its mission to improve survival rates and quality of life for those impacted by breast cancer through better prevention, early detection, treatment, and cure. To promote these goals, the organization invests in innovative research, breast surgery fellowships, regional education, dignified support and screening for the uninsured and underserved.
8:00am: 5K runners begins
8:15am:1-mile walkers begin
9:00am: Prizes and complimentary breakfast, courtesy of Z Hospitality Group
The race will be beginning and ending at Richards, 359 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT
Th race includes a 5K run loop and a 1-mile walk loop (your choice or do both!)
The participation fee for Greenwich is $40 for adults (includes event T-shirt), $30 for students ages 8-18, children 7 and under are free (dogs are welcome)
The Participation fee for Where You Live: Adults: $20, Students 8-18: $10, Children 7 and under: Free!
Register online at https://www.flipcause.com/index.php/secure/event_step1/Mjc1NTM
Sponsors:
Platinum: Omnicom
Gold: North Castle Partners, Northern Trust
Bronze: Pediatric Dental Group, The Perfect Provenance, The Shade Store
Crystal: ONS
Glass: Gilda’s Club
In-Kind: DJ April Larken, PepsiCo, Richards, RISE Brewing Company, Z Hospitality Group
TO REGISTER, DONATE OR BECOME AN EVENT SPONSOR: Visit https://www.flipcause.com/index.php/secure/cause_pdetails/Mjc1NTM
FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES: Contact Christine Biddle, or 914-763-3710