35th Annual Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure: Central Park Sees Sea of Pink

35th Annual Race for the Cure

• 💖 Central Park was filled with a sea of pink for the 2025 Komen Greater New York City Race for the Cure, marking its 35th anniversary.
• 🎗️ The event successfully raises crucial funds for breast cancer research, advocacy, and support.

Community and Support

• 🏃 Survivors and supporters gathered, undeterred by rain, to participate in the fight against breast cancer.
• 💔 Participants shared personal stories, including honoring family members and friends who have passed away from the disease.
• 💪 The event highlighted the strength and resilience of the breast cancer community.

Early Detection and Advocacy

• 🩺 The importance of early detection was emphasized, with personal accounts of how it saved lives.
• 💡 The RI breast cancer risk assessment test was mentioned as a vital tool for catching cancer at its earliest stages.
• 🗣️ Advocates shared their stories to encourage more women to utilize risk assessment tools.

Fundraising and Impact

• 💰 The Race for the Cure aims to fund future research and provide immediate support through patient care centers and educational programs.
• 🏁 Komen's vision is to help cross the finish line to a world without breast cancer.
• 📈 Nearly 3,000 people registered, and over $590,000 has been raised so far, with Team Paramount CBS exceeding their goal by raising more than $17,000.
• 💻 Donations can still be made at komen.org/greaternyc.