CancerCare Walk for Hope Set for Sunday

CancerCare will host its annual Long Island Walk for Hope on Sunday, November 15, at the Town of Oyster Bay Golf Course, bringing together families, friends and community supporters to raise money for people affected by cancer.

The family-friendly 5K event will take place at 1 Southwoods Road in Woodbury, with registration and check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m. The walk will get underway at 10 a.m.

Proceeds will benefit CancerCare’s free professional support services, which help cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and their loved ones navigate the emotional, practical and financial challenges associated with the disease.

Last year’s Walk for Hope attracted more than 150 participants and raised over $80,000 to support the organization’s programs.

Organizers are encouraging Long Island residents to participate by registering for the walk, making a donation or supporting the event through sponsorships.

The gathering will also provide an opportunity for participants to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to the disease and demonstrate community support for families facing a cancer diagnosis.

The organization offers counseling, support groups, educational resources and financial assistance to eligible individuals and families dealing with cancer.

The event is receiving support from 19th & 7th, which is serving as an in-kind sponsor by providing photography, video coverage, social media content and public relations services. Event photographs and a highlight video will be made available to the media following the walk.

Individuals interested in participating, donating or sponsoring the event can obtain additional information through CancerCare’s website at www.cancercare.org.

Those seeking information about the organization’s free support services can contact the CancerCare Hopeline at 800-813-HOPE (4673).

The event is open to community members of all ages, with organizers encouraging participants to bring friends, family members and coworkers for a morning dedicated to hope, remembrance and supporting those affected by cancer.