Steps Against Cancer 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk

Sunday, May 21, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM EDT
East Aurora, New York
$28.13–$38.78 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us on Sunday, May 21, 2023, for the vibrant Steps Against Cancer 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk in East Aurora, Erie! Kicking off at 10:00 AM at the picturesque East Aurora Soccer Fields, located behind Knox Farm State Park, this event is an inspiring initiative led by local high school students dedicated to raising awareness and support for cancer patients. Runners can challenge themselves on a cross-country style 5K course, while walkers can enjoy a leisurely stroll on a paved 1-mile path through the beautiful Knox Farm State Park.

This uplifting event not only promotes physical fitness but also contributes significantly to cancer prevention, research, and support for those affected by cancer. Proceeds from the Steps Against Cancer will benefit the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, ensuring that your participation makes a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer. Come out, get active, and support a great cause while enjoying the camaraderie of the community!

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  • 5k Run

    Incl. $3.78 Fee &

    10:00 AM EDT

    $38.78

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  • 1 Mile Walk

    Incl. $3.13 Fee &

    10:00 AM EDT

    $28.13

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Organiser's description

STEPS AGAINST CANCER 5K RUN & 1 MILE WALK

RUN & WALK

SUNDAY, MAY 21, 2023 @ 10:00 AM

THIS EVENT IS ORGANIZED BY ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO WISH TO SEE GREATER SUPPORT FOR CANCER PATIENTS, FOR EQUITY-FOCUSED RESEARCH, AND FOR LEGISLATION THAT WILL BENEFIT THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY CANCER AND REDUCE THE RISK OF CANCER FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS.



RACE-DAY EVENTS: EAST AURORA SOCCER FIELDS

363 KNOX RD (BEHIND KNOX FARM STATE PARK)

EAST AURORA NY 14052



THE RUN AND WALK COURSES WILL BOTH GO THROUGHOUT KNOX FARM STATE PARK.

PLEASE NOTE: THE 5K COURSE IS A CROSS-COUNTRY STYLE COURSE, AND THE 1-MILE WALK IS A PAVED COURSE.



PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT:

THIS EVENT IS ORGANIZED AND SPONSORED BY THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY CANCER ACTION NETWORK (ACS CAN). TO READ MORE ABOUT THE IMPACT AND VISION OF ACS CAN, PLEASE CLICK HERE http://www.fightcancer.org.

ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS CANCER PREVENTION (CANCER SCREENING), CANCER RESEARCH, TOBACCO CONTROL, SUPPORT FOR CANCER PATIENTS, AND OTHER EFFORTS TO WIDEN THE AVAILABILITY OF HEALTH CARE TO ALL INDIVIDUALS.

Contributions or membership payments to the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Inc. are not tax deductible

CLICK HERE https://acscan.donordrive.com/campaign/Steps-Against-Cancer-5k TO DONATE TO OUR CAUSE!

Location

East Aurora Soccer Fields, 363 Knox Rd, East Aurora, 14052, NY, United States

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