Honorary Chairpersons Announced for Annual Breast and Ovarian Cancer Walk

(Yorktown Heights, NY) Support Connection has announced the selection of three Honorary Chairpersons for their 20th Anniversary Support-A-Walk for Breast and Ovarian Cancer, scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 5th at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights:

LINDA AROND: Linda is a 20 year ovarian cancer survivor and a longtime champion of Support Connection's mission. She helped shape Support Connection's early programs for women with ovarian cancer, and volunteered for many years providing one-one-one support. With her Walk team "Linda's Angels," she also raised over $50,000 to help fund the organization's services.

KACEY MORABITO GREAN OF 100.7 WHUD RADIO: Kacey is co-host of Mike and Kacey in the Morning and star of The Health and Happiness Show. Kacey has been at nearly every Support-A-Walk, greeting participants and acting as emcee for the day. Well-known throughout the Hudson Valley for her commitment to community service, Kacey is a regular attendee at other Support Connection events and helps spread the word about their services.

BILL POWERS OF POWERS PR VIDEO: Bill is an award-winning TV producer and media relations expert, and a dedicated community leader serving numerous organizations in the Hudson Valley for more than 25 years. He recently produced a powerful video about Support Connection. Bill is happy to represent this year's "Calling All Men" campaign which encourages men of all ages to take part in the Walk to support the women in their lives.

The Support-A-Walk was founded twenty years ago by local residents to bring attention to the needs of people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. People travel from across the Hudson Valley and beyond to take part in this inspiring and uplifting community event.

There are many ways to become involved, even for those who can't attend. Donations can be made at any time, online or by check or cash. Supporters near and far can create personal fundraising pages to ask friends and family for donations. People can form teams to walk or fundraise. Tribute Message Signs, displayed along the Walk path for thousands to see, are available for $50 each. Corporate sponsorships enable businesses to show support for their community while gaining wide public exposure. To learn more, visit www.supportconnection.org, call 914-962-6402 or email walk@supportconnection.org.

Proceeds from the Support-A-Walk provide funding for Support Connection's free, year-round breast and ovarian cancer support services. GuideStar, which connects people and organizations with information on the programs and finances of more than 1.8 million IRS-recognized nonprofits, has designated Support Connection a Silver-level GuideStar Exchange participant, demonstrating its commitment to transparency.

Support Connection's mission is to provide emotional, social and educational support services to women, their families and friends affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Services (all free of charge) include peer counseling, support groups, wellness and educational programs, referral and information services, and a toll-free cancer information and support hotline (800-532-4290.) To learn more, visit www.supportconnection.org.