Susan G. Komen® to Host MORE THAN PINK Walk in Seattle this Fall
16 Agosto 2024 - 11:56AM
Business Wire
Together for a Cure: Fundraising Event Aims to Unite the
Community for Breast Cancer Research and Patient Support
Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization,
today announced it will host a MORE THAN PINK Walk this fall. The
walk will take place on Saturday, September 28 at the Woodland Park
Zoo bringing together patients, survivors, those living with
Metastatic Disease, supporters and advocates alike to raise
critical funds to advance Komen’s mission and provide support for
people facing this disease now.
Every 12 minutes, a woman in the U.S. dies from breast cancer.
In 2024, an estimated 7,450 women in Washington will be diagnosed
with breast cancer and 960 will die from the disease. Experts say
one-third of breast cancer deaths in the U.S. could be prevented
with universal access to modern treatments. Funds raised at the
event will allow Komen to meet the immediate needs of breast cancer
patients through its free Breast Care Helpline and offer services
such as patient navigation, financial assistance and emotional
support. It will also fund research that allows more lives to be
saved from breast cancer and bring us closer to the cures for all
breast cancers.
In fiscal year 2024, the Komen Financial Assistance program
provided financial assistance totaling $227,250 to 390 people in
Washington who are in breast cancer treatment or living with
metastatic breast cancer. Additionally, Komen’s Patient Care Center
provided 614 services to 549 people living in Washington, working
to address 328 barriers to care that may otherwise prevent someone
from getting the breast health care or support they need.
"We are thrilled to return to the Woodland Park Zoo this year,
where together we can make a profound impact in the fight against
breast cancer," said Development Director, Tyler Pagel. "Supporting
individuals in our community who are facing breast cancer is
essential to our mission, but we cannot do it alone. This year’s
event is a pivotal moment to secure vital funds that will make
equitable care available to all. We hope you can join us as we take
a powerful stand against this devastating disease."
What:
Susan G. Komen MORE THAN PINK Walk
Seattle
When:
Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 9:30
a.m.
Where:
Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave.
N., Seattle, WA 98103
Registration Details:
http://www.komen.org/seattlewalk
Bank of America is the national presenting sponsor and
Walgreens, Novartis and Lily are national series sponsors for the
MORE THAN PINK Walk series.
This year’s Seattle MORE THAN PINK Walk is made possible by the
following sponsors: AstraZeneca, KIRO7 & Mix 92.5.
Join us at the Susan G. Komen Seattle MORE THAN PINK Walk this
fall to stand with the community in the fight against breast
cancer. Your participation will help raise vital funds, provide
crucial support services, and advance important research. Together,
we can work towards a future without breast cancer.
About Susan G. Komen®
Susan G. Komen® is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer
organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever.
Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to
fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of
people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. We advocate for
patients, drive research breakthroughs, improve access to
high-quality care, offer direct patient support and empower people
with trustworthy information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who
promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease
that claimed Suzy’s life, Komen remains committed to supporting
those affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching
for tomorrow’s cures. Visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.
Connect with us on social at
www.komen.org/contact-us/follow-us/.
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Amy Jo Steinbruecker Susan G. Komen (972) 701-2071
asteinbruecker@komen.org