Race for the Cure

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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.

1 About the Race
2 Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition Program
3 See also
4 References
5 External links

[edit] 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 of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, in 1983, the event has grown from one local race in Dallas, Texas with 800 participants ^[1] to a global series of nearly 120 Races with more than 1.5 million people expected to participate in 2007 including races in Germany, Italy and Puerto Rico.

[edit] Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition Program

Team Pattie at Komen Madison Race for the Cure 2005

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.