WALK FOR A PURPOSE

  • Date Mon 28th September 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
  • Time 5:00PM EDT
  • Location Troy, Pennsylvania
  • Price $25.00
  • Races 5 races

Event summary

Join us for the inspiring "Walk For A Purpose," a community-centric event taking place from September 28 to October 31, 2026. This empowering initiative invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to take steps toward a world without breast cancer. Choose between in-person community walks or embrace the month-long virtual option, allowing you to walk at your own pace, wherever you areβ€”be it a park, trail, or even your neighborhood.

Registration is just $25 for adults, while kids can walk for free! Participants can also order an official "Walk For A Purpose" t-shirt to showcase their support. Whether you’re walking in honor of a loved one or simply want to contribute to a great cause, this event is about solidarity and compassion. With every step, you’ll be supporting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and helping provide essential outreach programs for those affected by breast cancer. Lace-up your sneakers and join the movement to walk stronger together!

Organiser's Description

Cant join us for the walk? There are still ways to _Walk For A Purpose_! Support us as a Tribute Partner or Donor [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/PA/Troy/WalkForAPurpose] in honor or memory of someone special.

_WALK FOR A PURPOSE_ IS FOR ALL AGES AND ALL FITNESS LEVELS. CHOOSE FROM ONE OF OUR IN-PERSON COMMUNITY WALKS OR OPT FOR THE MONTH-LONG VIRTUAL OPTION.

VIRTUAL OPTION: Walk anytimeanyplaceat your pace throughout the month of October. Walk at the park, on the trail, on the treadmill or around your neighborhood. Lace up your sneakers and take short, casual walks or strap on the Fitbit, ratchet up your stride, climb some hills and seriously track your steps.

IN-PERSON OPTION: Join one of our community walks. Walk at your own pace and start and stop whenever you want. You choose how long and how far you walk.

_Walk For A Purpose_ is not a race or timed-event. It is an expression of support and compassion to help us ALL live longer, healthier lives in a world without breast cancer.

All events will be held rain or shine. If people can get through chemo, we can get through a little rain.

FEES & PERKS: Adult registration is $25 and kids walk for free!

-- Survivors: Your registration fee includes a complimentary Survivor t-shirt

-- Walkers: To keep our fees super-low, your registration fee does not include a t-shirt. However, we encourage you to ADD AN OFFICIAL 2026 _WALK FOR A PURPOSE_ T-SHIRT TO YOUR REGISTRATION FOR JUST $20. Kid sized shirts available too! Let's walk together _and_ dress together to show our united support!

-- When you purchase a t-shirt, look for additional fun swag to arrive in your PINK package.

-- Refreshments & water (at the community walks)

WALK STRONGER TOGETHERBUILD A TEAM!

Walking is even more meaningful when you do it side by side. Rally around a friend currently in treatment, join together with your co-workers, gather your family in memory of a loved one, form a group from church or the neighborhood...the options are endless! Pick a creative team name and cheer each other on.

Start or join a team to encourage a little extra fun and competition!

Start a team in 3 simple steps: 1) Register, 2) Click Create a Team, 3) Invite friends to join

OR join a team already in place: During registration select "Join a Team"

2026 FUNDRAISING:

You decide how to direct your donations!

We are proud to support The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), the largest private funder of breast cancer researchand metastatic breast cancer researchworldwide and is the highest-rated breast cancer research organization in the country.

OR, your donation to _Walk For A Purpose_ supports outreach to those impacted by breast cancer through _Walking Together_ Care Packages and educational programs.

Races

  • COMMUNITY WALK: Sandy Springs, GA JOIN Team ATL Strong!

    Incl. Breast Cancer Survivor T-Shirt

    Mon 28th September 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    $25.00

    CLOSED
    Morgan Falls Overlook Park 200 Morgan Falls Road Sandy Springs, GA 30350 https://www.sandyspringsga.gov/places/morgan-falls-overlook-park Team: ATL Strong Questions? Contact Lenora Kopkin, 770-331-2524 or Margie Powell, 678-613-6134
  • COMMUNITY WALK: Alparon Park - Troy, PA

    Incl. Breast Cancer Survivor T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $25.00

    CLOSED
    Alparon Park 6 Grand Army of the Republic Hwy Troy, PA 16947 Walk Stronger Together-Start or Join a Team! Questions? Contact us at support@walkforapurpose.com
  • COMMUNITY WALK: Harrisburg, PA

    Incl. Breast Cancer Survivor T-Shirt

    Fri 16th October 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    $25.00

    Grantham Church 421 Grantham Rd Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Questions? Contact Samantha Morse 570--529-1853
  • COMMUNITY WALK: Creekside Park, Wyalusing PA JOIN Team WORK IT OUT!

    Incl. Breast Cancer Survivor T-Shirt

    Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $25.00

    Creekside Park in Wyalusing Questions? Contact Sarah Adams 607-738-8071 or workitoutwithsa@gmail.com
  • VIRTUAL WALK: Anyone-Anywhere for the Month of October!

    Incl. Breast Cancer Survivor T-Shirt

    $25.00

    Walk anytime...any place at your pace throughout the month of October.

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