April 19, 2024
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LivingWell to host 12th Bridge Walk fundraiser

Living Well Cancer Resource Center's annual Bridge Walk 5K fundraiser at Fabyan Forest Preserve in Geneva usually draws more than 2,000 people. This year's event will be held May 13.

GENEVA – LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is holding its 12th annual Bridge Walk fundraiser at 8 a.m. May 13 in the Fabyan Forest Preserve, 1925 S. Batavia Ave., Geneva, the organization announced in a news release.

This event welcomes people of all ages – as well as pets and babies in strollers – to come together in a 5K walk along the Fox River to raise money and awareness for LivingWell Cancer Resource Center, the release stated. Usually more than 2,000 people participate.

Interested individuals are invited to create teams of friends, families, neighbors and co-workers to raise money critical for the support of more than 80 programs offered free at LivingWell Cancer Resource Center, the release stated.

The only comprehensive cancer care center in the western suburbs, LivingWell has served the needs of more than 18,000 people, providing services that encourage, educate and emotionally support people living with cancer, as well as their family members, caretakers and friends, the release stated.

The registration fee for those age 13 and older is $25; the fee for those age 7 to 12 is $15; and the fee for students or members of a school team is $5. Children age 6 and younger and cancer survivors can participate free, the release stated.

Participants will enjoy food, refreshments and entertainment.

To register, create a team or donate to the 12th annual Bridge Walk visit livingwellcrc.org or or call 630-262-1111.