Komen’s Signature Fundraising Series to Include 50 Events in 2021
Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, announced today that its signature fundraising event in Houston will be held in-person once again, after being held virtually last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Race for the Cure® HOUSTON will be held Oct. 2 at Sam Houston Park in downtown Houston, with the start line at Crosby Street and Allen Parkway. The Race/Walk distance is 3.1 miles and will be an out-and-back course on Allen Parkway as in past races.
While the event will be hosted in-person this year, there will also be a virtual option to participate in the program and connect with the community from your own home or neighborhood for those who prefer that option. Go to komen.org/houstonrace to sign up and begin fundraising.
“After a year apart, we are excited to see everyone join together as one community,” said Kristen Barley, Executive Director, Susan G. Komen, Houston Market. “The health and safety of our community are, and always have been, our top priorities. After consulting with local health officials, we are confident we can once again gather safely together as one community of hope and compassion, united by a desire to save lives from breast cancer.”
The local event brings together a community of hope and compassion to raise funds to save lives from breast cancer. Funds raised support Komen’s advocacy, research investments and support of people facing breast cancer today, ensuring everyone can get the care they need to live.
“While we’re excited to see our breast cancer community again, it’s not JUST about physically being together, it’s about the impact every one of us can make when we walk one more step and raise one more dollar,” said Barley. “Every one of us, no matter who we are or where we live, deserves a chance at living a long and healthy life. Together, we will make certain that no one faces breast cancer alone.”
Komen Race for the Cure®
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Sam Houston Park
Downtown Houston, 1000 Bagby St. Houston, TX 77002
7:45 AM Opening Ceremony
8 AM Staggered Start
9 AM VIRTUAL Opening Ceremony
Register online now at komen.org/houstonrace
As health conditions continue to improve, we are excited to see a return to live events. The Komen Race and Walk are outdoor events with a short opening ceremony and options for spacing as needed. Expect a few changes to ensure that we are able to protect the health and safety of our participants, including those who are currently or have recently undergone breast cancer treatment.
While masks or proof of vaccinations will not be required at this time, Komen will continue to monitor CDC recommendations as well as federal, state, and local guidelines, and we will update our safety protocols as needed. Out of respect for the more vulnerable members of our community, we recommend that those who are unvaccinated wear masks and social distance as possible.
You can find the most up-to-date guidelines for our Race at komen.org/houstonrace.
While a handful of the 50 Komen Race and Walk fundraising events will be in-person in 2021 – selected on local conditions and to provide in person options in each region of the country – everyone has the opportunity to participate and make an impact through one of our many virtual events this year. Visit komen.org for more information on an event near you. Pending health conditions, Komen intends to host all events in its Race and Walk series in-person in 2022, although ways to participate in the program and connect with the community from your own home or neighborhood will remain for those who prefer that option.