Susan G. Komen® to Host Race for the Cure in New York City this Fall
2024年8月16日 - 2:58AM
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Together for a Cure: Fundraising Event Aims to
Unite the Community for Breast Cancer Research and Support
Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization,
today announced it will host a Race for the Cure this fall. The
Greater New York City Race for the Cure will take place on Sunday,
Sept. 8, 2024, bringing together survivors, supporters and
advocates 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 alone, an estimated 19,160 women in New York will be
diagnosed with breast cancer and 2,080 will lose their lives to 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 Race 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
breakthroughs that allow 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 $664,750 to 1,176 people in
New York who are in breast cancer treatment or living with
metastatic breast cancer. Additionally, Komen’s Patient Care Center
provided 2,126 services to 1,751 people living in New York, working
to address 2,280 barriers to care that may otherwise prevent
someone from getting the breast health care or support they
need.
"We are thrilled to welcome the community to the Greater New
York City Race for the Cure this year, where together we can make a
profound impact in the fight against breast cancer," said Stacie
Spitzkoff, Executive Director, New York, at Susan G. Komen.
"Supporting individuals in our community who are facing breast
cancer is essential to our mission, but we cannot do it alone. This
year’s Race is not just an event; it 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: Greater New York City Race for the
Cure
WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024
WHERE: Naumburg Bandshell, Central
Park
REGISTER:
www.komen.org/greaternycrace
Bank of America is the national presenting sponsor and
Walgreens, Novartis and Lily are national series sponsors for the
MORE THAN PINK Walk and Race for the Cure events.
Join us at the Greater New York City Race for the Cure 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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Amanda DeBard Susan G. Komen (972) 701-2131
adebard@komen.org