For 25 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Las Vegas has united communities in the state’s largest movement to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. This years’ 25th anniversary celebration will take place on Sunday, October 20 at Red Rock Casino and Spa providing a supportive community for breast cancer survivors, previvors, metastatic breast cancer thrivers, caregivers, supporters, and families alike.
Since 1993, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events in communities across the country have raised approximately $1 billion to support breast cancer research, patient programs, and direct services.
“Over the last 25 years, Making Strides of Las Vegas has become the state’s largest and most impactful breast cancer event,” said Liz Volpe, associate director with the American Cancer Society Nevada. “Through Making Strides, we are funding critical research and life-saving programs that will ensure a brighter future for everyone who is impacted by breast cancer. Please join us on October 20th to celebrate this milestone and to end breast cancer as we know it. ”
This year’s milestone event will feature family friendly activities including a special survivor, thriver, previvor celebration; on-site breast cancer screening; live performances by the Vegas Golden Gals and Elvis; a breast cancer tribute garden; and a special appearance by Baywatch star, breast cancer survivor, and ACS ambassador, Nicole Eggert. Nicole was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and is currently undergoing treatment. She has partnered with Making Strides to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and prevention and help raise funds for lifesaving breast cancer research.
There are many ways to get involved in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Las Vegas, including:
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Be the movement by signing up for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Community members can join in saving lives, remembering loved ones and funding the future of breast cancer research and programs by joining the nation’s largest and most impactful breast cancer movement. Leading up to October, participants can raise funds to reach a suggested personal goal of $100 or more, then attend an event in celebration of those efforts.
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Be the hope by sponsoring the Making Strides movement. Participants can also become corporate leaders in their community to ensure local survivors and thrivers are celebrated and honored during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Be the future by donating. Community members can also help fund the important work of the American Cancer Society by making a donation. Every dollar received is dedicated to ending breast cancer as we know it. Donations can be made by visiting MakingStridesWalk.org/LasVegasNV.
Registration for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Albuquerque opens at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 20 at Red Rock Casino and Spa and the event kicks off at 8:30 a.m. For more information or to register your team, visit MakingStridesWalk.org/LasVegasNV.
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About the American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. For more than 100 years, we have been improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support. We are committed to ensuring everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. To learn more, visit cancer.org or call our 24/7 helpline at 1-800-227-2345. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
