Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Since 1991. In 1991, 2,400 women took to the streets for the first Komen Houston Race for the Cure®, raising around $70,000 to support their family and friends with breast cancer. Twenty years later, the event continues to grow with over 32,000 participants expected in 2010, including 1,600 breast cancer survivors projected to raise over $4,000,000 for breast cancer treatment, screening and education in Southeast Texas. The Komen Houston Race for the Cure® is a certified USATF 5K course with running and walking events for everyone including a Family Walk / Kids K (approximately 1/2 mile) a 5K Timed Competitive Run, a 5K Non-Competitive Run and a 5K Walk. Participants can also choose to Sleep in for the Cure® sponsored by Teekay Shipping, a popular event that allows those who cannot attend the main race to show their support from the comfort of their own beds. Chevron will once again be generously sponsoring the Pasta Party and Silent Auction for all race goers, Thursday, Sept. 30 at the InterContinental Hotel. The Survivor Celebration sponsored by Baker Hughes in Sam Houston Park. Participants can enjoy the Sponsor Expo where they will be able to sample products and food from the Race sponsors and enjoy live entertainment. For the Race’s smallest supporters, the Kids for the Cure® Corral, offers face painting and games for children 10 and under.