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Susan G. Komen® To Host MORE THAN PINK Walk in Seattle This September

Community Event to Support People with Breast Cancer, Raise Funds for Research and Advocacy Takes Place September 27

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, will convene breast cancer survivors, those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) and supporters at the 2025 Susan G. Komen Seattle MORE THAN PINK Walk. This impactful event unites our community and raises money for the mission of Komen.

Komen aims to raise $200,000 at the Seattle MORE THAN PINK Walk, generating critical funds that allow Komen to continue its investment in lifesaving work across the country, including promising research that will allow people to live longer lives with better outcomes. This event also funds Komen’s Patient Care Center, a trusted, go-to source for timely, accurate breast health and breast cancer information, support and resources, as well as the work of Komen’s Center for Public Policy to drive state and federal policies that invest in critical programs and ensure streamlined access to affordable, high-quality breast health care.

WHEN: Saturday, September 27, 2025 | Gates open at 9:30 a.m.

WHERE: Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103

WHO: Anyone who has ever been diagnosed with breast cancer, their family, friends and support network.

REGISTER: http://www.komen.org/seattlewalk
All registered guests will receive free access to Woodland Park Zoo for the event.

WHY IT MATTERS: Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women in the U.S. and 1 in 1,000 men in their lifetime. In 2025 alone, an estimated 316,950 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 42,170 women will die from the disease. Approximately 2,800 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 510 will die from it. However, some experts say one-third of breast cancer deaths in the U.S. could be prevented with universal access to modern treatments.

In Washington, approximately 7,680 will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 800 will die from the disease this year. Susan G. Komen provides direct support to Washington residents through its Patient Care Center. In fiscal year 2025, Komen provided assistance to 544 patients, including $154,400 in financial assistance to eligible people in active treatment or living with metastatic breast cancer.

“The critical funds raised by the generous supporters of the Seattle MORE THAN PINK Walk are what makes Komen’s work possible in the Pacific Northwest,” said local Komen Executive Director, Jenifer Weiss. “We look forward to bringing together community this fall and celebrating their resilience in our shared vision of a world without breast cancer.”

Bank of America is the national presenting sponsor and Lily, Natera and Novartis are national series sponsors for the MORE THAN PINK Walk events.

Some of the local sponsors of the 2025 Seattle MORE THAN PINK Walk include: AstraZeneca, Fluke and Pfizer. You can view a full list on our event website: www.komen.org/seattlewalk

About Susan G. Komen®

Susan G. Komen® is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. We advocate for patients, drive research breakthroughs, improve access to high-quality care, offer direct patient support and empower people with trustworthy information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy’s life, Komen remains committed to supporting those affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching for tomorrow’s cures. Visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN. Connect with us on social at www.komen.org/contact-us/follow-us/.

Contacts

Amy Jo Steinbruecker
Susan G. Komen
asteinbruecker@komen.org

Susan G. Komen


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Contacts

Amy Jo Steinbruecker
Susan G. Komen
asteinbruecker@komen.org

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