How can I get involved with breast cancer?
Olivia Shea
Updated on February 26, 2026
10 Ways To Get Involved in Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- Wear pink.
- Volunteer.
- Help a cancer patient.
- Share facts and statistics.
- Educate yourself and others about cancer screenings.
- Decorate a bulletin board.
- Fund research initiatives.
- Participate in a run or a walk.
How do breast cancer walks work?
Take a step toward a world without cancer At Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events, participants walk to celebrate and honor breast cancer survivors and caregivers, educate the public about prevention and detection to reduce the risk of the disease, and raise funds to help end breast cancer.
How can you get involved in the fight against cancer?
Five ways to join the fight against cancer
- Donate. Make a much needed donation to support people living with cancer.
- Volunteer. Volunteer with us to join an incredible network of dedicated people making a real difference in the fight against cancer.
- Fundraise.
- Attend an event.
- Shop.
What is breast cancer Walk?
Walk the Walk are dedicated to raising money and awareness for vital breast cancer causes. Taking on one of our Virtual or Walking Challenges helps you get fit, raises money for research, and to support those needing our help, both going through treatment and living with cancer.
What day is the breast cancer Walk 2021?
Strangers who connect and become family through a fierce and uncompromising commitment to end breast cancer. This experience is coming to you during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2-17, 2021.
How many miles is breast cancer Walk?
It’s a 60-mile, 3-day, life-altering experience you will never forget.
How can I volunteer to help someone with cancer?
You could volunteer in one of our offices or on-site for one of our registered fundraising events held in most major regional towns throughout NSW. Use our Cancer Council NSW office locator, to find your nearest point of contact. We have a number of volunteer roles available at local offices.
What does it mean to volunteer with Making Strides against breast cancer?
As a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer volunteer, you get to participate in an exciting community event to raise awareness and funds to end breast cancer. You can choose to volunteer for the day of the event, or you may be able to use your skills to help plan the event.
Why donate to Breast Cancer Voices?
Donating your time and talent could make all the difference. If you’ve been personally affected by breast cancer – whether your own diagnosis or in someone you love – join Breast Cancer Voices for lots of opportunities to share your views and experience. Find out more
What is a volvolunteer at strides?
Volunteers at Strides are active behind the scenes to help with registration, logistics, and participant support. Nationwide opportunities are available. Time commitment varies. Usually, there is a need for pre-event and day-of-event volunteers. More information will be provided by the event organizers once your volunteer application is reviewed.
