SURVIVOR PLANS A WALK ON THE MILD SIDE
Sara Bryant Smith wanted to focus on helping in the fight against breast cancer. The statistics are stunning: one out of every eight women will receive a diagnosis of breast cancer in their lifetime and every year, 178,000 women in America hear the words they never wanted to hear, "You have breast cancer..." The treatments are getting more and more advanced each year; those effected by the disease have reason to remain more positive than ever. After undergoing treatment herself, Sara didn't have the time or the energy for the long three-day walks or all-day events that exist specifically for breast cancer. The only remedy for that was to create an easier way to give. "I just wanted to do a simple walk around the Neck," Sara claimed. So, the annual Breast Friends Foundation Walk Around The Neck Fundraiser was born. Each walker donates a minimum of $20.00. They receive a Breast Friends T-shirt and enjoy a scenic walk around beautiful Marblehead Neck. Sara's initial hope was to raise one dollar for every person in Marblehead, which is around $22,000. The walk begins at Devereux Beach and follows a three-mile course around the neck. All proceeds from the event benefit breast cancer education, awareness, support, and research. Walkers and volunteers are always welcome. Follow the links above to see fundraising results by year.
Donations can be sent to National Grand Bank, 91 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA 01945 c/o Laura Best
Donate online: http://www.firstgiving.com/breastfriendswalk
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