She’ll Walk Three Days in Koman Event

PHILADELPHIA — Danielle W. Mitchell of Philadelphia, formerly of Court House, will join thousands of others at the Philadelphia Breast Cancer Three-Day, Oct. 5-7, to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund.
After months of training and fundraising, participants will walk 60 miles during three days to raise awareness and funds for critical research and community outreach programs.
The Philadelphia Breast Cancer Three-Day will start on Oct. 5 and end with closing ceremonies on Oct. 7.
Walkers will cover about 20 miles a day, traveling at their own pace. The walkers will be supported by hundreds of volunteer crew members who will provide meals, liquid and snack stops, gear transport, hot showers, portable restrooms, safety on the streets and 24-hour medical services.
The actual journey starts months in advance when walkers start training and raising the $2,200 required fundraising minimum. To help prepare for the Breast Cancer Three-Day, each walker is supported by coaches and online assistance that aid in all aspects of training and fundraising, while clinics, meetings, and training walks provide ongoing support.
To help Mitchell reach her goal, it is possible to make a donation directly to her online donation page or join her team at www.the3day.org/philadelphia07/dmitchell, or contact her at 732-581-5276.
About the Breast Cancer Three-Day
Taking place in 12 cities nationwide, the Breast Cancer Three-Day is a three day, 60-mile walk that provides an opportunity to educate tens of thousands of people about breast health, including the importance of early detection.
Breast Cancer Three-Day participants commit to raising a minimum of $2,200 and walking an average of 20 miles a day during each three-day event. Proceeds are used for breast cancer research, education, and community outreach programs.
As the primary beneficiary of the Breast Cancer Three-Day, Susan G. Komen for the Cure receives 85 percent of net proceeds and the remaining 15 percent goes to the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund.
National sponsors for the 2007 Breast Cancer Three-Day series are New Balance, LaCroix, and THOR-LO, Inc. Call 1-800-996-3DAY for information.