With the revelation that our own Ali is taking part in one of the Pink Ribbonwalks on July 4th, we’re taking a closer look at what looks to be a huge, fundraising event for a fabulous charity.
The Pink Ribbonwalks are organised by Breast Cancer Care. They are a series of 5 mile, 10 mile, or 20 mile guided walks in six locations around the UK. They are designed to raise money for Breast Cancer Care. Everyone taking part has to pay a fee, and seek to raise at least £100 in sponsorship. All money will go direct to Breast Cancer Care, who provide support and information to those experiencing breast cancer.
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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK. Although it can be found in men, the majority of cases are found in women, and it can take different forms, affecting individuals in many different ways. Around 55,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer every year in the UK, with a significant number of these being in women over the age of 50. The risk of developing breast cancer in a lifetime is 1 in 8 for women.
Family history is not important in breast cancer, contrary to popular belief, and cancer can affect anyone no matter breast size. It’s a disease which many women are familiar with as too many of us will know someone who has survived it, is fighting it right now, or will even get it ourselves.
Ali, our Business Development Exec, is walking 20 miles through London at night on July 4th. This is expected to take between five and eight hours. Ali is aiming for six.
Ali says “I decided this year to go for something completely different. I have done the running, dancing, and cake baking so I am looking forward to walking around our beautiful city at night, to making new friends, and to raise money for something that is very close to my heart.”
“I have met some many wonderful women who have had breast cancer: some of them have fought it and unfortunately some did not beat it. It will be challenging to get through the night and always emotional to think of my close loved ones who did not make it.”
If walking isn’t your thing but you want to be involved, Breast Cancer Care are currently seeking volunteers to act as route marshalls, and various other essential roles.
Are you a qualified and insured massage therapist? They need you!
Volunteer massage therapists are needed to help soothe the inevitable aches and pains that long walks create. We are helping Breast Cancer Care to find an army of massage professionals who are able to give their time and skills, helping participants in raising as much money as possible. If you are interested in volunteering, please get in touch with us on 01895 450640 and we can put you in touch with the Pink Ribbonwalk team.
For more information, please visit http://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/fundraising-events/walks/Pink-Ribbonwalk/volunteer
You can sponsor Ali at https://www.justgiving.com/PRW15-Alison-Mcalister/
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