- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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6 people are interested
Chattanooga PurpleStride 2015
ORGANIZATION: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network - Chattanooga Affiliate
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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6 people are interested
This family-friendly event unites the community by raising awareness and support for the fight against pancreatic cancer. The 5k run and family-friendly walk takes participants on a journey of hope and inspiration through Renaissance Park. We are expecting 650 participants and hope to raise more than $60,000 that will advance research, support patients, and create hope for the pancreatic cancer community. With children's activities, entertainment, refreshments and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy. You can sign up at www.purplestride.org/chattanooga
More opportunities with Pancreatic Cancer Action Network - Chattanooga Affiliate
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About Pancreatic Cancer Action Network - Chattanooga Affiliate
Location:
1500 ROSECRANS AVE STE 200, Manhattan Beach, CA, Chattanooga, TN 37402, US
Mission Statement
Know It. Fight It. End It.
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer.
Description
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer.
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is fully committed to providing the most comprehensive set of programs and services to fight this very difficult disease. Our commitment and passion are driven by our mission: to advance research, support patients and create hope for anyone facing pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic cancer is the 4th leading cause of cancer death in the United States. This year, ne arly 44,000 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and more than 37,000 will die from it.
RESEARCH: To date, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network has awarded 66 grants at biomedical research institutions throughout the US, with a total investment surpassing $10 million. http://pancan.org/
GET INVOLVED: Thousands of Pancreatic Cancer Action Network volunteers across the country are taking action to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. http://pancan.org/volunteer
PATIENT AND LIAISON SERVICES: Since 2002, the PALS program has provided information and resources to nearly 60,000 patients and families. http://pancan.org/
ADVOCACY: With a strong presence in Washington, DC, we actively take our fight to Congress by continually working with elected officials about the need for increased spending for pancreatic cancer research.http://pancan.org/takeaction
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
River StreetChattanooga, TN 37402
DATE POSTED
February 10, 2015
SKILLS
- Photography
- Painting
- Massage Therapy
- Community Outreach
- Child Care
- Singing
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of 3 hours