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PanCAN’s PurpleStride Mobilizes Nationwide Walks on April 25 to Support Pancreatic Cancer Care and Research

Donations power PanCAN services that help patients make informed treatment choices.

Overview

  • The synchronized walks, set for Saturday, April 25, will take place in more than 50 cities with free registration and a “Your Way” virtual option.
  • PanCAN targets $17 million nationwide, with local goals such as $685,000 in Philadelphia and $300,000 in Colorado.
  • Colorado’s Littleton event will be emceed by Denver7’s Jennifer Kovaleski and feature a Purple Car Show.
  • In Minnesota, the event page lists $159,315.88 raised toward a $350,000 goal as of Saturday.
  • Proceeds support free patient services and research, including the Know Your Tumor testing program and a five-year $250 million campaign, in a year PanCAN projects 67,530 diagnoses and a 13% five-year survival rate.