Cancer Walks Raise Millions
Communities Nationwide Rally in Cancer Walks as Upcoming Harrisburg Event Nears
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The Lustgarten Foundation says it has invested more than $333 million in pancreatic cancer research, and organizers say every dollar raised through the Jones Beach walk goes directly to research.
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Thomas DeSantis underwent a robotic Whipple procedure, which his surgeon said is minimally invasive and can help patients recover more quickly; DeSantis has since been declared cancer-free.
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In Trichy, the marathon included a 21-kilometer race and a 5-kilometer fun run. Organizers also awarded gold medals to two medical candidates after an online breast-cancer examination, while hospital chairman K. Govindaraj said early detection makes breast cancer completely curable.
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The Harrisburg Making Strides walk is set to take place on City Island, according to the event’s organizers.
Cancer walks across the country are raising millions for research and patient support. At Jones Beach, about 3,000 people participated in the 26th annual Lustgarten Foundation pancreatic cancer walk, raising roughly $825,000 Lustgarten Foundation. Over 26 years, the event has collected $22 million total. Participants included families honoring loved ones and survivor Thomas DeSantis, who returned after successful surgery.
Similar walks are happening nationwide. In Hartford, breast cancer survivors gathered for the American Cancer Society's Making Strides walk, where first-year survivor Kisha Snell participated American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society's Harrisburg Making Strides walk is scheduled for October 17, 2026, marking its 29th year and aiming to continue raising funds for research and support services.
Jones Beach Event Reaches $22 Million Milestone
The Lustgarten Foundation's pancreatic cancer walk at Jones Beach drew 3,000 participants this year Lustgarten Foundation. The single event raised $825,000 for research. The foundation has invested more than $333 million in pancreatic cancer research overall. Organizers emphasize that every dollar raised through the Jones Beach walk goes directly to research efforts.
Longtime fundraiser Justine Silvestri has raised more than $160,000 in memory of her husband Event organizers. Her commitment shows the personal motivation behind the walks. Families honored loved ones while celebrating survivors at the annual gathering.
Survivor Stories Drive Participation and Hope
Thomas DeSantis underwent a robotic Whipple procedure, a minimally invasive surgery that helped him recover quickly Medical team. He has since been declared cancer-free and returned to participate in the walk. His presence inspires others facing the same diagnosis. Survivor stories like his demonstrate the power of early detection and advanced surgical techniques.
In Hartford, Kisha Snell marked her first year as a breast cancer survivor at the American Cancer Society's Making Strides walk American Cancer Society. Her participation reflects the growing community of survivors. The walks create spaces where survivors, families, and supporters come together to celebrate progress and fund future research.
International Walks Emphasize Early Detection
In Trichy, India, about 5,000 people participated in a breast cancer awareness marathon Local organizers. The event included a 21-kilometer race and a 5-kilometer fun run. Organizers awarded gold medals to two medical candidates after an online breast cancer examination. Hospital chairman K. Govindaraj stated that early detection makes breast cancer completely curable.
Harrisburg Walk Continues 29-Year Tradition
The American Cancer Society's Harrisburg Making Strides walk is scheduled for October 17, 2026 American Cancer Society. This will mark the event's 29th year. The walk will take place on City Island. Over nearly three decades, the Harrisburg event has raised more than $16 million for cancer research and support services.
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