Susan G. Komen®to Host MORE THAN PINK Walk in Portland this Fall

PORTLAND, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Susan G. Komen^®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a MORE THAN PINK Walk this fall. The event will take place on Saturday, August 24, 2024, bringing together survivors, supporters and advocates to raise critical funds to advance Komen’s mission and provide support for people facing this disease now.

“We are thrilled to return to the Oregon Zoo this year, where together we can make a profound impact in the fight against breast cancer”

Every 12 minutes, a woman in the U.S. dies from breast cancer. In 2024 alone, an estimated 4,440 women in Oregon will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 580 will lose their lives to the disease. Experts say one-third of breast cancer deaths in the U.S. could be prevented with universal access to modern treatments. Funds raised for the event will allow Komen to meet the immediate needs of breast cancer patients through its free Breast Care Helpline and offer services such as patient navigation, financial assistance and emotional support. It will also fund research breakthroughs that allow more lives to be saved from breast cancer and bring us closer to the cures for all breast cancers.

“We are thrilled to return to the Oregon Zoo this year, where together we can make a profound impact in the fight against breast cancer,” said Development Director Tyler Pagel. “Supporting individuals in our community who are facing breast cancer is essential to our mission, but we cannot do it alone. This year’s event is a pivotal moment to secure vital funds that will make equitable care available to all. We hope you can join us as we take a powerful stand against this devastating disease.”

This year’s MORE THAN PINK Walk is made possible locally by: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.