Avon Breast Cancer Walk

More Info About Avon Breast Cancer Walk

Boston has been called the biggest small town in America. The Avon Walk Boston will encompass many of this city’s most historical and famous sites May 15-16, 2010. In a town made for walking, it’s a perfect way to experience the old town’s winding and narrow streets, the shores of its famous harbor, and even the vibrant educational Mecca of Cambridge—Boston’s very own “Left Bank.” We’ll walk up to 26.2 miles on Saturday, and 13.1 miles on Sunday—all so that medically-underserved women and men can get the medical care they need and leading research teams can receive vital support in their ongoing search for a cure.

The Avon Foundation places a priority on returning funds to the geographic area in which each Avon Walk takes place with a special emphasis on reaching low-income, elderly and minority individuals and those with inadequate health insurance.

Below are just a few of the most recent grants made in the Boston area—all as a result of funds raised through the Avon Walk.

• Massachusetts General Hospital (Boston) - $750,000
• Boston Medical Center (Boston) - $549,891
• University of Massachusetts Amherst - $453,282
• Silent Spring Institute (Newton) - $200,000
• Community Services - $100,000
• Dana Farber Cancer Institute (Boston) - $100,000

· I was on the Avon crew a few yrs ago. The walk changes every year but that year it started in Kenosha and basically followed rt 43 the first day stopping in high school athletic fields in Niles. The next day it followed bike pathe along the DesPlaines River.

I remember the walk as a pretty disorganized event. The route wasn't completely determined until a few days before the actual walk. Many permits had to be obtained and the local police had to block intersections and streets along the way. Try contacting suburban police depts as they may be willing to give you the route through their towns.

One site I found said that Warren Park was apart of the route last year. Perhaps it will be on the route again. Call for any info they may have:

6601 N. Western Ave.
Phone: 773-262-6314

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For 2 days and 39 miles, you have the opportunity to dramatically impact the lives of millions affected by breast cancer worldwide. By participating in the Avon Walk, you’ll allow medically under-insured women and men to receive the screening, support, and treatment they require. And leading-edge research teams will be provided with the funds they need to fuel their quest for a cure. Take the first step. Register today! Our friend, and fellow Avon Walk supporter, Patrick Dempsey joins us in our fight against breast cancer. We hope you'll join us as well. Please enjoy this special message to learn more - including something new for 2009 - the Dempsey Racing Champions' Circle! Get a mammogram. Perform monthly breast self-exams. Have a clinical exam and talk to your doctor. And encourage women around you to do the same. Everyone has a personal reason for taking part in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. It may be a sister, mother, best friend, or possibly even yourself. But for one weekend, whether you walk or volunteer, we’ll all be reaching for the same goal—finding a cure for breast cancer.