Join us in the fight against breast cancer! During October, The Walking Company is committed to raising more than $200,000 from purchases of our exclusive pink ribbon items from UGG® Australia, Dansko, ECCO, Aetrex and ABEO. This donation will support charities involved in the research, prevention, detection and treatment of breast cancer.
Together we can make a difference. Join us in support of these highly regarded charitable organizations and help in the fight against breast cancer.
National Charity Programs
The Walking Company has selected to support City of Hope and the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., both four star rated charities by Charity Navigator. Contributions from the sales of our pink ribbon collection have been designated to support these nationally recognized charities along with our national support of Bright Pink's VIPink Parties.
City of Hope- One of the nation's leading research, treatment and education centers
for cancer and other life-threatening diseases. For nearly 100 years, City of Hope has
achieved numerous scientific breakthroughs and pioneered lifesaving procedures that
have impacted treatment worldwide.
The Walking Company has pledged a combined donation of $75,000 or more. We are a $50,000 national sponsor of City of Hope’s Walk for Hope. We have also pledged a donation of 5% of the sales from selected pink ribbon products; a minimum donation of $25,000 or more based on sales, to City of Hope.
For additional information visit
www.cityofhope.org
The National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.- To those who care about how breast
cancer affects women and their families, NBCF is the compassionate source of help
and hope that saves and enriches lives by providing mammograms for those in need and increasing
breast cancer education.
The Walking Company has pledged a minimum donation of $25,000 or more from the sales of selected pink ribbon products to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
For additional information visit
www.nationalbreastcancer.org
Bright Pink - Bright Pink is the only national non-profit organization focused exclusively on the early detection and prevention of breast and ovarian cancer in high risk young women. By empowering young women to take control of their breast and ovarian health, Bright Pink grants them the freedom and peace of mind to live a beautiful and fulfilling life.
The Walking Company has pledged a minimum donation of $5,000 to Bright Pink to assist in presenting their VIPink Party events throughout October, 2011.
For additional information visit
www.brightpink.org
Local Charity Programs
The Walking Company has a long standing tradition of giving back to our local communities. When developing Walking for Hope, we recognized that fact that there are numerous local programs actively involved in the fight against breast cancer. Our goal is to provide the financial support needed to allow these programs to succeed with their missions.
Alexandria Breast Cancer Foundation
Alexandria, Virginia
Proud sponsors of
Annual Walk to Fight Breast Cancer
October 22, 2011
For details visit:
www.alexandriava.gov
American Cancer Society
Chino Hills, California
Proud sponsors of
Bark for Life
October 15, 2011
Bay State Health Foundation
Springfield, Massachusetts
Proud sponsors of
Walk Toward the Cure of Breast Cancer
October 23, 2011
For details visit:
www.foundation.baystatehealth.org
Beats for Boobs
Los Angeles, California
Proud sponsors of
Beats for Boobs
October 19, 2011
For details visit:
www.beatsforboobs.org
Breast Friends
Portland, Oregon
Proud sponsors of
Survivors and Friends Fashion Show
October 1, 2011
For details visit:
www.breastfriends.org
Cancer Center of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
Proud sponsors of the
19th Annual Cancer Walk/Run
October 16, 2011
For details visit:
www.ccsb.org
Circle of Hope
Valencia, California
Presenting sponsor of
Circle of Hope Afternoon Tea
October 14, 2011
For details visit:
www.circleofhopeinc.org
Desert Cancer Foundation
Palm Desert, California
Proud sponsors of
Paint El Paseo Pink Walk
October 15, 2011
For details visit:
www.desertcancerfoundation.org
Gaweke's Caring for Women Foundation
Lodi, California
Proud sponsors of
Pink October Race for Awareness
October 15, 2011
For details visit:
www.pink-october.com
Lancaster General Health
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Proud supporters of
Girls'n'Gams
October 13, 2011
Northland Women's Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Proud sponsors of
Bella Notte
October 6, 2011
For details visit:
www.northlandwomenscenter.org
Northwest Hope and Healing Foundation
Seattle, Washington
Proud sponsors of
Alki Beach Run
August 28, 2011
For details visit:
www.alkibeachrun.com
Save Our Selves
Sacramento, California
Presenting sponsors of
SOS Hike
October 22, 2011
For details visit:
www.save-ourselves.org
Stop Cancer Organization
Van Nuys, California
Proud sponsors of
Stop Cancer
October 2, 2011
For details visit:
www.stopcancer.org
Susan G. Komen for the Cure - West New York
Williamsville, New York
Proud supporters of
Ladies Night Out
September 29, 2011
The Foundation for Community and Family Health
Corona, California
Proud supporters of
Our Local Fight Against Breast Cancer
September 24, 2011
For details visit
www.mychamber.org
Young Survival Coalition
Atlanta, Georgia - Wycoff, New Jersey - Kansas City, Missouri
Proud sponsors of
Tour de Pink
For details visit:
www.youngsurvival.org
Breast Cancer Resources
www.cityofhope.org |
www.nationalbreastcancer.org |
www.beyondtheshock.com |
www.y-me.org
Do you know...
Research has consistently shown that women who exercise for most of their lives have reduced risk of breast cancer.
Women who started exercising regularly when they were young seem to receive the most preventive benefits. But recent exercise can help as well according to some studies.
Researchers recommend exercising for 20 to 30 minutes, four to five times a week. Even moderate levels of regular, long-term physical activity help to reduce breast cancer risk.
Long-term, regular exercise has benefits beyond reducing risk of breast cancer. It also cuts down the chances of diabetes, osteoporosis, heart disease and stroke.
Source: City of Hope