- Race for the Cure
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is a series of 5K runs/fitness walks that raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against
breast cancer , celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.About the Race
Each race is a five kilometer run/walk (5k) for people of all ages and fitness levels. All courses are certified by
USA Track and Field (USATF ), the national governing body for track and field, long distance running, race walking and cross-country events.Since its origination by
Nancy Brinker , founder ofSusan G. Komen for the Cure , in1983 , the event has grown from one local race inDallas, Texas with 800 participants [ [http://cms.komen.org/Komen/NewsEvents/RacefortheCure/index.htm Susan G. Komen for the Cure ] ] to a global series of nearly 120 Races with more than 1.5 million people expected to participate in 2007 including races inGermany ,Italy andPuerto Rico .Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition Program
The National Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition Program celebrates breast cancer survivors. At each Race event, breast cancer survivors (both men and women) who choose to be recognized wear complimentary pink hats and t-shirts. Moreover, participants are encouraged to wear “In Memory of” and “In Celebration of” back signs, honoring loved ones for their strength and courage.
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List of health related charity fundraisers References
External links
* [http://cms.komen.org/Komen/NewsEvents/RacefortheCure/index.htm Komen Race for the Cure Series website]
* [http://www.nationalraceforthecure.org/ National Race for the Cure website]
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