FAQ

Q.  What is the Race for the Cure® all about?
A.  The Komen Race for the Cure Series raises funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.  We are the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world, with over 120 Race for the Cure events across the country and three international Affiliates and well over 2 million participants since 2005.  Komen is the LARGEST source of non-governmental funding for breast cancer research in the world.

Q.  Where does the money raised by the Komen Southwest Florida Affiliate go?
A.  75 % of the net proceeds raised by the Affiliate remains in Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades, and Lee Counties to fund breast health education,breast cancer screening and treatment programs.  In 2011 Komen SWFL put over $ 1 Million Dollars into our LOCAL SWFL community.

25% of the net proceeds support the Komen Foundation's Award and Research Grant Program. Komen is the largest source of non-governmental funding for breast cancer research in the world.

Q.  Do I have fundraise in order to participate?
A.  We encourage everyone to raise money.  Race entry fees alone to do not provide the necessary funds to win the fight against breast cancer and only cover the t-shirt and event costs.  If everyone  in this year's Race raised $100, there would be an additional $1 million available to fund research, education, screening, and treatment.

Q.  Are there fundraising awards?
A.  Yes, fundraising awards will be based on pledges/donations postmarked by March 31, 2012. 

Q.  Can I turn in my pledges and donations on Race Day?
A.  Yes you can.

      However, to receive proper credit for awards and avoid the lines on Race Day, we encourage you to mail in your pledges and donations to our office: 
      Komen Southwest Florida
      26800 S. Tamiami Trail, # 210
      Bonita Springs, FL 34134

Pledges and donations will be accepted through March 31, 2012 to be considered for incentive prizes. 

CLICK HERE FOR A RACE MULTIPLE DONATION FORMOR

CLICK HERE FOR AN INDIVIDUAL MAIL IN DONATION FORM

Volunteers will be available at the Registration Tent and at the Volunteer Tent on Fashion Drive to accept your pledge money on Race Day.

Q.   What is I AM THE CURE®?
A.   Susan G. Komen for the Cure created I AM THE CURE® to boost the educational outreach of the Komen Race for the CURE series by motivating Race participants to take an active role in their own breast health.  I AM THE CURE® is a rallying cry that is emotional, memorable and motivational.  It speaks to the importance of early detection, and provides simple, action-oriented messages that Race participants can put into action.  On Race Day, visit the education tent for more information.  Also look for the I AM THE CURE® cheerleaders and join the rally cry: Who's the cure?  I am!  What's the cure?  We are!