3rd Annual Hands Across the Avenue
Join the Breast Cancer Alliance and presenting sponsors Starwood Foundation, Westin Hotels & Resorts, and Omnicom Group in the third annual Hands Across the Avenue walk to fund advances in research and promote breast health. The entry fee is $20.00 (children under six are free). This one-mile walk will begin and end at Richards of Greenwich, 359 Greenwich Avenue. The walk will be followed by a celebration honoring breast cancer survivors, their families and friends. Team entries are encouraged. The Alliance appreciates the early support of the Institute for Image-Guided RadioTherapy, Mediterraneo Restaurant, Omnicom Group, PepsiCo, Richards of Greenwich and Threads & Treads. Bring family and friends and join us in the walk and in the fight.
You can register online by credit card or download a mail-in form below.
- Register Online Now
- Download mail-in Individual Registration Form
- Download mail-in Team Registration Form
- Download Team Roster Form
- Download Frequently Asked Questions
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