WASHINGTON, May 16 /PRNewswire/ -- In less than one month, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation 2006 National Race for the Cure(R) will return to the streets of the Nation’s Capital. On Saturday, June 3rd more than 50,000 supporters and survivors will gather with one goal in mind, to raise funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer.
What can I expect at this year’s Komen National Race for the Cure(R)? Expect activities for the whole family! New this year, the Komen Kids for the Cure(R) Race gives kids ages 5-10 a Race of their own comprised of an obstacle course, fitness test areas and special recognition for every participant. Kids 5 and under can participate too, with activities such as crafts and music available at the Komen Kids for the Cure(R) Tent.
Expect a celebration of breast cancer survivors and fun for all! Highlights of Race Day include survivor recognition, an exciting Race Warm-Up, breast health and awareness programs and the main event, the 5K run/fitness walk.
Expect some participants to hit snooze on Race Day! Sleep In for the Cure(R) participants can join the fight against breast cancer from the comfort of their own bed! Participants will receive an eye mask, special snooze Race bib, and just in case, an official Race T-shirt and official Race bib.
Where do I sign up?
Registration is easy! Runners and walkers can register online, by mail or at convenient One-Stop Registration sites, where participants can register and receive their T-shirt and Race bib in minutes. One-Stop Registration will be available throughout the Washington D.C. Metropolitan area during weekends in May. For a complete listing of One-Stop Registration sites or to register, visit http://www.nationalraceforthecure.org or call (703) 416-RACE.
Where does the money go?
Participants in the 2006 Komen National Race are making a direct contribution to the Washington, D.C. community. A minimum of $1 million of the Komen National Race for the Cure(R) proceeds remain in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. community -- including Virginia and Maryland -- to provide funding for breast health and breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs for the medically underserved. The remaining net proceeds support cutting-edge breast cancer research through the Komen Foundation Award and Research Grant Program.
About the Komen Foundation
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation was established in 1982 by Nancy Brinker to honor the memory of her sister, Susan G. Komen, who died from breast cancer at the age of 36. Today, the Foundation is an international organization with a network of more than 75,000 volunteers working through local Affiliates and events like the Komen Race for the Cure(R) to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease. A global leader in the fight against breast cancer, the Foundation fulfills its mission through support of innovative breast cancer research grants, meritorious awards and educational, scientific and community outreach programs around the world. Through fiscal year 2005, the Komen Foundation, together with its Affiliate Network, corporate partners and generous donors, has invested $630 million in breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs.
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
CONTACT: Megan Clemens of Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation,+1-816-512-9295, or mclemens@beap.com
