On the day my 25 year-old sister Heather, learned that she had breast cancer, I made a promise to her that I would not stop fighting until there was a cure for breast cancer. Heather passed away 17 months later. That was almost 11 years ago. Since then, I have been passionately involved in the Komen Global Race for the Cure, as captain of a team named for my sister in order to give meaning to Heather's death. Read more about Team Heather
On March 2, 2011, Susan G. Komen™ announced a new $4.5 million investment in breast health education and outreach programs – the largest single-year investment in the history of the local event.
Kids for the Cure® You don’t have to be a grown-up to help fight breast cancer. Kids ages 5 - 12 may register as Kids for the Cure. They’ll receive their own Race T-shirt and official bib. Attention parents/guardians: If you are registering to participate, you may add your kids to your own registration during that process (instead of registering each individually).
On Race Day, we’ll have a special short course just for kids along with some special activities, crafts and entertainment. Note:Kids 12 and over are encouraged to register as a walker or runner. All minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied during the event by a parent or legal guardian.
On the day my 25 year-old sister Heather, learned that she had breast cancer, I made a promise to her that I would not stop fighting until there was a cure for breast cancer. Heather passed away 17 months later. That was almost 11 years ago. Since then, I have been passionately involved in the Komen Global Race for the Cure, as captain of a team named for my sister in order to give meaning to Heather's death.
