6th Annual Canines Fur Cancer Support WALK

  • Date Fri 22nd August 2025
  • Time 5:00PM EDT
  • Location West Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Join us for the 6th Annual Canines Fur Cancer Support Walk on Friday, August 22, 2025, in West Springfield, Hampden! This uplifting event kicks off at 5:00 PM at the Morgan Road Pavilion, located behind the Irish Cultural Center of Western Massachusetts. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy a leisurely stroll while supporting a vital causeβ€”helping cancer survivors and their families through free programs and resources.

Whether you're walking in person or choosing your own route, your participation makes a difference. Bring your furry friend or come solo; everyone is welcome! Enjoy a range of activities, including a kids' craft table, playground fun, and even a wine ring toss. Treat yourself to delicious food from our amazing volunteers, and don’t miss the live music by CO-2, plus exciting raffle prizes! Capture your special moments and share them using #CANINESFURCANCER. Let’s make a joyful impact together and support cancer survivors on their healing journey!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL CANINES AGAINST CANCER FUNDRAISER!
Hosted by EACH MOMENT WE'RE ALIVE (EMWA)

Were excited to welcome you to our 6th Annual Canines Against Cancer Fundraiser on FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025, FROM 500 PM at the MORGAN ROAD PAVILION (behind the Irish Cultural Center of Western Massachusetts).

All proceeds from this event support EMWAs free programs and resources for cancer survivors and their families, helping them move beyond diagnosis and treatment to reclaim their lives. EMWA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors after treatment endsa time when many feel physically depleted, emotionally overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward. While other organizations focus on research and care during treatment, EMWA fills a critical gap in the healing journey.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE: The world is your [dogs] oyster! Whether you join us IN PERSON or choose your own walking route, YOUR PARTICIPATION MATTERS! Since our first virtual walk in 2020, weve embraced a HYBRID MODEL, so you can walk wherever you are. Bring your dog (or notfurry friends are welcome but not required), gather your loved ones, and be part of a meaningful movement.

Dont forget to snap photos and videos of all the smiles and sniffs along the way and share them on social media using #CANINESFURCANCER. [https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/caninesfurcancer]

TAKE ACTION. WALK WITH PURPOSE. SUPPORT SURVIVORS.

HOW TO REGISTER: SIMPLE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS:

* Sign Up Button on Top of Page
* Enter your information
* Choose your event (Choose which Registration $ you want) - Continue
* READ WAIVER.... Check waiver agreement box. Click ACCEPT (This must be clicked to continue) - Continue

* Select a fundraiser animal if you choose to add a donation towards their fundraising efforts (not necessary to continue)

* Custom Amount is to donate an additional amount in addition to your registration fees. (not required)
* Choose "On Behalf of"/"In Support of"/"In Memory of"
* Choose "My Name, Anonymous or OTHER (Enter name) - Continue

* Complete registration / enter payment method
Submit

You're all set! Thank you for supporting Each Moment Were Alive and cancer survivors everywhere

EVENT ACTIVITIES: KICK OFF SUMMER WITH THIS FREE, FULL- FILLED FAMILY EVENT WHILE SUPPORTING AN IMPORTANT CAUSE.

Enjoy a relaxing stroll on the trail and collect inspirational rocks along the way. Register in advance (no fee) to receive $1.00 off a food purchase. Theres FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY with a kids craft table, playground, horseshoes, cornhole, and other family-friendly activities. Try your luck at our WINE RING TOSSif you ring a bottle, its yours to take home!

Delicious food will be available for purchase, including hot dogs, hamburgers, and ice creamall provided by our amazing volunteers. Quench your thirst with craft beer, wine, seltzers, lemonade, water, or a refreshing specialty cocktail. Be sure to capture special moments at our photo bench, and dance and sing along to LIVE MUSIC BY CO-2.

Dont forget to stop by our merchandise table to purchase commemorative t-shirts and fundraiser gear to support our 2025 event. And dont miss out on our many exciting RAFFLE PRIZEStheres something for everyone!

FAQS

* CAN I PARTICIPATE IF I DONT HAVE CANCER OR IM NOT A CANCER SURVIVOR?

* ABSOLUTELY, ALL ARE WELCOME, you dont have to have cancer or be a cancer survivor to participate in our Canines Fur Cancer Support Walk.

* CAN I PARTICIPATE WITHOUT A CANINE?

* Of course! Canines Against Cancer welcomes all human walkers, with or without a canine companion. There will be plenty of cute canines begging for your attention. Because canines are cute, canines need/love walks, walking is great exercise, walking with others is even greater & walking with canines for a cause is super great.

* CAN I PARTICIPATE IF I DONT LIVE IN WESTERN MA?

* Yes!!! The benefit of our Hybrid Canines Against Cancer Support Walk is, that you can participate no matter where you are; Massachusetts, New England, Connecticut, New York, across the country or across the globe; just register at www.caninesagainstcancer.org & join us Friday, June 22nd from 5 - 9PM

* DO I HAVE TO FUNDRAISE?

* Youre not obligated to fundraise for our Canines Against Cancer Support Walk though it helps & its easy. Our fundraisers are the canines (& non-canines) who support our survivors. Humans can register themselves or a favorite non-human & fundraise through your contacts via text, email, distribute event signs & social media; Facebook & Messenger, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, LinkedIn, YouTube & so on & so on & so on

* HOW CAN I SPONSOR YOUR EVENT?

* There are several Canines Against Cancer Support Walk sponsorship levels, for details please contact Cindy at [email protected].

* ARE DONATIONS TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

* Each Moment Were Alive is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization & all donations are tax deductible.

Races

  • Canines Against Cancer Participant

    Incl. $1.00 OFF Food Coupon

    Fri 22nd August 2025 (5:00PM EDT)

    Free

    All walk participants can check in at the Irish Cultural Center Pavilion (429 Morgan Road, West Springfield, MA) on Friday, August 22 at 5:00 PM. When you sign in, youll receive a $1.00 off food coupon to use at the event. Well also have event T-shirts, 18 oz insulated bottle koozies, hats, and more available for purchase to support the fundraiser. The Pavilion is a large covered outdoor space, so the event will take place rain or shine. Come enjoy your walk, then stay for a refreshing cocktail, delicious food, and plenty of family fun!

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429 Morgan Road Pavillion, West Springfield, 01089, MA, United States

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