Making Strides Raises Over $550,000 to Fight Breast Cancer

Over 5,000 men, women, and children attended the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Concord on October 19. The event raised over $550,000 for breast cancer research and programs and services for those battling the disease. Photo: Kimberly Laro

Over 5,000 hearts were full on October 19 as the Greater Concord community joined together at Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

The Sarah's Soldiers team, many of whom are from Andover, was one of the top fundraisers again this year. Photo: Kimberly Laro — The Sarah’s Soldiers team, many of whom are from Andover, was one of the top fundraisers again this year. Photo: Kimberly Laro

Whether they were honoring the memory of a loved one, supporting a friend just diagnosed with breast cancer, celebrating survivorship, or taking action to raise funds for the American Cancer Society, the crowd appeared engaged and inspired. Families and friends gathered around team signs, laughed, and supported each other.

The meaningful survivor procession was a sight to behold, as hundreds of women walked arm-in-arm together through the cheering masses with You’ve Got A Friend playing over the speakers.

More than walking together, Making Strides brings out emotion at many levels and truly is a positive reflection of the community and of the positive impact that can be made in the world. This powerful event raised over $559,446 for critical breast cancer research and programs and services of the American Cancer Society. Join in Making Strides next year on October 18, 2015.