6th Annual Canines Against Cancer Support WALK

Join Us for the 6th Annual Canines Against Cancer Fundraiser!
 Hosted by Each Moment We're Alive (EMWA)

We’re excited to welcome you to our 6th Annual Canines Against Cancer Fundraiser on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 5:00–9:00 PM at the Morgan Road Pavilion (behind the Irish Cultural Center of Western Massachusetts).

All proceeds from this event support EMWA’s free programs and resources for cancer survivors and their families, helping them move beyond diagnosis and treatment to reclaim their lives. EMWA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors after treatment ends—a time when many feel physically depleted, emotionally overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward. While other organizations focus on research and care during treatment, EMWA fills a critical gap in the healing journey.

How To Participate: The world is your [dog’s] oyster!  Whether you join us in person or choose your own walking route, your participation matters! Since our first virtual walk in 2020, we’ve embraced a hybrid model, so you can walk wherever you are. Bring your dog (or not—furry friends are welcome but not required), gather your loved ones, and be part of a meaningful movement.

📸 Don’t forget to snap photos and videos of all the smiles and sniffs along the way and share them on social media using #CaninesFurCancer.

Take action. Walk with purpose. Support survivors.

How to Register: Simple Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Sign Up Button on Top of Page
2. Enter your information
3. Choose Canines Against Cancer Participant ($15 Donation)
4. READ WAIVER.... Check waiver agreement box. Click ACCEPT (This must be clicked to continue) - Continue
5. Select Voucher good for 1 burger or dog - Continue
6. Select a fundraiser animal if you choose to add an additional donation towards their fundraising efforts (not necessary to continue)
   OR Become a Fundraiser if you would like to set up a new fundraiser. 
   
   • Custom Amount is to donate an additional amount in addition to your registration fees. (not required)
   • Choose  "On Behalf of"/"In Support of"/"In Memory of"  
   • Choose "My Name, Anonymous or OTHER (Enter name) - Continue
7.  Complete registration / enter payment method
   Submit

You're all set! Thank you for supporting Each Moment We’re Alive and cancer survivors everywhere

Event Activities: Kick off summer with this free, full- filled family event while supporting an important cause.

Enjoy a relaxing stroll on the trail and collect inspirational rocks along the way. Each registration with a $15 donation includes one voucher, redeemable for your choice of a freshly grilled hamburger or hot dog during the event. Enjoy your meal hot off the grill as part of the evening’s festivities! There’s fun for the whole family with a kids’ craft table, playground, horseshoes, cornhole, and other family-friendly activities. Try your luck at our many games including horseshoes, cornhole, dog races (sponsors) & the famous Wine Ring Toss—if you ring a bottle, it’s yours to take home!

Additional hamburgers & hotdogs will be available for purchase —all provided by the generosity of the Beavers Club of Western Mass. Quench your thirst with craft beer, wine, seltzers, lemonade, water, or a refreshing specialty cocktail. Be sure to capture special moments at our photo bench, and dance and sing along to live music by CO-2.

Don’t forget to stop by our merchandise table to purchase commemorative t-shirts and fundraiser gear to support our 2025 event. And don’t miss out on our many exciting raffle prizes—there’s something for everyone!

FAQs

• Can I participate if I don’t have Cancer or I’m not a Cancer Survivor?   
  • ABSOLUTELY, ALL ARE WELCOME, you don’t have to have cancer or be a cancer survivor to participate in our Canines Fur Cancer Support Walk.
• Can I participate without a canine?
  • Of course!  Canines Against Cancer welcomes all human walkers, with or without a canine companion. There will be plenty of cute canines “begging” for your attention. Because canines are cute, canines need/love walks, walking is great exercise, walking with others is even greater & walking with canines for a cause is super great.
• Can I participate if I don’t live in Western MA?
  • Yes!!!  The benefit of our Hybrid Canines Against Cancer Support Walk is, that you can participate no matter where you are; Massachusetts, New England, Connecticut, New York, across the country or across the globe; just register at www.caninesagainstcancer.org & join us Friday, June 22nd from 5 - 9PM 
• Do I have to fundraise?
  • You’re not obligated to fundraise for our Canines Against Cancer Support Walk though it helps & it’s easy.  Our fundraisers are the canines (& non-canines) who support our survivors.  Humans can register themselves or a favorite non-human & fundraise through your contacts via text, email, distribute event signs & social media; Facebook & Messenger, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, LinkedIn, YouTube & so on & so on & so on…
• How can I sponsor your event?
  • There are several Canines Against Cancer Support Walk sponsorship levels, for details please contact Cindy at www.cindy@eachmomentwerealive.org.
• Are donations tax deductible?
  • Each Moment We’re Alive is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization & all donations are tax deductible.