Participating in cancer walks can be a great way to fight cancer and support those who are dealing with the challenges of cancer. Cancer affects all of us, either directly or indirectly.
If you don’t believe cancer affects you, consider these statistics. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.4 million new cases of diagnosed cancer will occur this year alone. In 2004, there were approximately 10.8 million people who had a history of cancer. Last year the cost of cancer was estimated to be over $200 Billion dollars! Cancer does affect all of us.
Cancer walks don’t only raise funds for worthy charities that battle cancer every day. They also help create an awareness and can even be used to recruit volunteers and advocates for the cause.
The purpose of each cancer walk is different. The money raised may go to a nonprofit organization that deals with many forms of cancer or one specific form. Decide where your passion is and get involved in a cancer walk that aligns with your passion.
Some of the more popular cancer walks include:
- Relay for Life (American Cancer Society)
- Breast Cancer 3-Day (Susan G. Komen for the Cure)
- Avon Walk for Breast Cancer (Avon Foundation)
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (American Cancer Society)
- Lung Cancer Walk (LUNGevity Foundation)
Search out a cancer walk in your area and get involved. You can play a part in wiping out the disease and supporting those who deal with cancer until it is only a memory.
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Would you like to learn new, fresh ideas that you could use to improve your cancer walk? Would you like a way to tap into other people experienced in organizing walks? I thought you would.
A new social networking site was launched today that was created specifically for people who are passionate about charity walks. Joining and participating is free. It is the Charity Walks Network.
At the Charity Walks Network there is a forum to ask and answer questions. There is a blog where each member can post personal thoughts and experiences. There is even a section to promote charity walk events.
“Now walkathon leaders have a place to go to connect with each other, share ideas, and benefit from the accumulated wisdom of the crowd,” said Lee Garverick, author of www.walkathonguide.com. “This will be a wonderful asset for everyone.”
Those who are passionate about charity walks can include:
- Committee members
- Nonprofit staff
- Company sponsors
- Volunteers
- Walkers/fundraisers
- Donors
- Consultants
- Product/service providers
Go to http://CharityWalks.ning.com and get your free membership now. Start using the network to build friendships, find new ways to improve your cancer walks, and help others.
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I am going to do a walk for cancer victums and survivers so how do I find someone who will match the amount of money I make or donate me so much money a mile?
Mr. Bill Gates of Microsoft – run!
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So far I have thought of habitat for humanity and a breast cancer awareness walk. I’d love to hear some more ideas!
I work for habitat in New Orleans and overseas….try volunteermatch.org for local ways to help with various orgs….good luck
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My dad was diagnosed with Esophegal Cancer in August 2007. We are going to have a team in a local walk in honor of his success so far. He is a really funny man so we want a creative name. He likes golfing, baseball, football and having lots of fun! Please help us!
I feel you should mention his name as well as letting people know what you are doing. Something like 10K for Thomi or Benefit Walk for Thomi. I think I would leave humor out of the name so people know it is serious, but then maybe add some humor in the flier.
Good luck with your walk.
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