Event Details
Event Schedule
7:30 a.m. | Site Opens
9:00 a.m. | Opening Ceremony begins
9:30 a.m | Walk Begins
Event Location
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE, 68046
Pre-Event Activities
To keep informed on all the fun activities and updates surrounding the walk, join our Komen Nebraska MORE THAN PINK Walk Facebook Group page today!
Event Day Schedule
We look forward to coming together to walk to end breast cancer with you on Saturday, October 19, 2024!
7:30 am | Event site opens
Explore our four pillar zones (Research, Care, Community and Action), visit the “We Remember” tent, meet our valued sponsors and more.
8:45 am | Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer meet at Hope Village.
Meet in Hope Village to line up for our Pathway of Hope. At the conclusion of the Pathway of Hope, a group photo will be taken to kickoff opening ceremonies!
While in Hope Village make sure you grab a postcard on ShareForCures, Komen’s breast cancer research registry focused on finding the cures for breast cancer. Learn how you can accelerate discoveries, make an impact, and be a catalyst for change!
9:00 am | Opening Ceremony
Honor survivors, those currently in treatment and those living with metastatic breast cancer as they walk down the Pathway of Hope; celebrate our top fundraisers; and listen to inspiring stories of resilience.
9:30 am | Walk begins
Gather your team and get ready to walk!
Activities for Survivors & Those Living with MBC
This event is a celebration of the strength and resilience of survivors and all people living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:
Hope Village Celebration | Event Day
Join us in the Hope Village area for refreshments, goodies and special treatment by Komen partners!
Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade | 8:45
All survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will walk, united, into our Opening Ceremony. Meet in Hope Village to line up for our Pathway of Hope. At the conclusion of the Pathway of Hope, a group photo will be taken to kickoff opening ceremonies!
ShareForCures
Grab a ShareForCures postcard in Hope Village and dive into the groundbreaking world of Komen’s ShareForCures, a research registry focused only on finding the cures for breast cancer. Be part of something extraordinary and empower the fight against breast cancer. Your participation accelerates discoveries, making a real impact on lives. Don't miss this chance to be a catalyst for change!
Your Event T-shirt
All registered breast cancer survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will receive a special event shirt to recognize your special place in our event. To guarantee your shirt arrives in time for you to wear it on event morning, you must register by Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Activities for Top Fundraisers & Teams
Susan G. Komen’s work would not be possible without our fundraisers. It is our honor to recognize those fundraisers who go above and beyond with their efforts and support – our Top Individuals and Top Teams.
Top Fundraisers – Individuals who raise $1,000+
On event morning, all Top Fundraisers will have their own personalized sign along the route. In addition, don’t forget to join us in the VIP area reserved just for you! Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks provided by generous local partners.
Your Walk T-shirt
All top fundraisers will earn this year’s commemorative event shirt. To guarantee your shirt arrives in time for you to wear it on Walk morning, you must have raised your first $100 by Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Local FAQs
See below for answers to your questions specific to the . For general questions, please visit the General Walk FAQs page.
Local T-Shirt Details
We are now mailing all shirts for $100+ fundraisers, survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer. In order to receive your shirt in time for Walk day*, you must register and/or fundraise $100+ by . Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer who register, and participants who raise $100, after will receive your shirt(s) by mail after the event. The final cut-off date for participants to raise $100 and receive a shirt is .
*Shirts are being mailed via USPS. As with any shipping provider, delays may occur.
Please note: there will be no t-shirts available for pick up either pre-event or on event day. Thank you for your commitment to Susan G. Komen and our efforts to simplify our t-shirt process.
How long is the Walk?
The will have 1-mile and 3-mile route options. See below for a map of the course.
Getting to the Event and Parking
Please check back closer to the event for detailed parking information and event maps.
Free parking for all participants is located at Werner Park.
Are strollers allowed at the event?
Yes! We encourage participants of all ages to join us on event day!
Can I bring my dog(s) to the event?
Yes! Dogs are allowed to join us on the course and in the event area. Please keep your pet(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your pet and other event participants.
What is the deadline for fundraising?
All donations on your behalf that are received through at 11:59 p.m. CT will be credited to your fundraising total and will be eligible for fundraising incentives.
Our Leadership
The 2024 Komen Nebraska MORE THAN PINK Walk is honored to work with these dedicated community leaders who volunteer their time in support of Komen’s mission to end breast cancer forever.
Meet our 2024 Community Board of Directors
Tracie Bowman, Walgreens
Regional Healthcare Director
Becky Duchman, Nebraska Medicine
Director Ambulatory Infusion/Treatment Services
Dawn Gonzales, Centris Federal Credit Union
Vice President, Community Development
Deb Graeve-Morrison, NAI NP Dodge
President
Shawntell Kroese, Werner Enterprises
AVP of Sustainability and Sales Operations
Margie Smith
Community Volunteer & Breast Cancer Survivor
Your 2024 Walk Committee
Venus Barnes, District Manager, Walgreen Co.
2024 Event Chair
Lynda Crouch, BlueCrossBlueShield of Nebraska
Walk Committee
Janet Klostermann, Millard Public Schools
Logistics Committee
Loras Klosterman, Schemmer
Logistics Committee
Margie Smith, Volunteer and Survivor
Hope Village and VIP Coordinator