Support Connection Announces Annual Cancer Walk

Support Connection announces their 2018 Annual Support-A-Walk, scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 7 at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights. It is the organization’s most important annual fundraiser. Proceeds provide funding for Support Connection’s year-round breast and ovarian cancer support services, which have helped thousands of people since the organization was founded in 1996.

The Support-A-Walk was created by local residents to bring attention to the needs of people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. People travel from across the Hudson Valley and beyond to take part in this inspiring and uplifting community event. In 2017, there were more than 9,000 participants.

Participants of all ages complete a 3-mile walk, often in honor of loved ones – a celebration of life and a tribute to those who are affected by breast and ovarian cancer. There is a Survivor’s Welcome Area where volunteers greet and welcome cancer survivors. Along the Walk path, walkers are encouraged and cheered by local bands, cheerleaders and other community groups. Families, friends, co-workers and teams of walkers are invited to walk together. Individuals are also welcome to participate.

It’s easy to participate even if you can’t attend. Donations are accepted by check, cash, and online at the Support Connection website. Supporters can raise funds by creating personal online fundraising pages to ask friends and family for donations. Messages of support, celebration or commemoration can be displayed on along the Walk path by purchasing Tribute Signs for $50 each.

Honorary Chairpersons are Kacey Morabito Grean of 100.7 WHUD Radio’s “Mike and Kacey in the Morning,” and Bill Powers of Powers PR Video, who will lead the “Not For Women Only” campaign encouraging men of all ages to be involved in the Walk, to salute and support the courageous women in their lives.

Support Connection does not receive funds from any national cancer organizations including Relay for Life, Susan G. Komen or Making Strides. By participating in or donating to the Support-A-Walk, community members can make a positive difference in the lives of women and families facing the challenges of a breast or ovarian cancer diagnosis.

To learn more, donate, or create a fundraising page for the Support-A-Walk, visit supportconnection.org/support-a-walk-overview. Or contact Support Connection: 914-962-6402 or walk@supportconnection.org.

ABOUT SUPPORT CONNECTION: Support Connection’s mission is to provide emotional, social and educational support services to women, their families and friends affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Services include peer counseling, support groups, wellness and educational programs, referral and information services, and a toll-free cancer information and support hotline (800-532-4290.) To learn more visit supportconnection.org.