DC 2.25 mile walk on Saturday, Oct. 20 www.makingstrideswalk.org/washingtondc

WHAT: The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in Baltimore kick off is an annual event to rally participation and excitement for the walk, which attracts between 5,000-6,000 participants, and will be held Saturday, October 20, 10 a.m., at the Tidal Basin. Guests at the kickoff include Making Strides team leaders, ambassadors and volunteers. There will be survivor speakers, networking and light food and refreshments.

WHERE: The Bullpen, 1201 Half Street, Washington, DC 20003

WHEN: Thursday, August 2, 2018. 6-8 p.m.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) unites communities, honors those touched by the disease, and raises awareness and funds for a world without breast cancer. MSABC is the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation, with more than 1 million participants each year. Their efforts are helping more than 3.5 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S. In 2018, an estimated 266,000 women in the U.S., including 5,940 in Maryland and 520 in the District of Columbia, are expected to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer.

Dollars raised help the American Cancer Society fund innovative breast cancer research; provide education and guidance to help people reduce their risk; and offer comprehensive patient support to those who need it most.

Making Strides Facts:

• Making Strides raises more than $60 million for the American Cancer Society each year, with more than $870 million raised for the fight against breast cancer since 1993.
• ACS has played a role in nearly every major breast cancer breakthrough in recent history.
• ACS is available 24 hours a day, providing valuable information, answers and emotional support for those touched by breast cancer.
• Through their advocacy affiliate, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), the ACS works with lawmakers to increase funding for breast cancer research and ensures access to mammograms for women who need them.

The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 1.5 million volunteers dedicated to saving lives, celebrating lives, and leading the fight for a world without cancer. From breakthrough research, to free lodging near treatment, a 24/7/365 live helpline, free rides to treatment, and convening powerful activists to create awareness and impact, the Society is the only organization attacking cancer from every angle. For more information go to www.cancer.org.