Started in 1999, the UMass Cancer Walk has become the largest one-day, single-location fundraising event in Central Massachusetts, bringing together thousands of individuals to celebrate their fundraising success. The event supports adult and pediatric cancer research and care, and clinical trials of new, potentially lifesaving therapies taking place at UMass Chan Medical School.
Your commitment to raise funds to support the UMass Cancer Walk is vital to the researchers and physician-scientists at UMass Chan Medical School.
Your efforts enable them to focus on critical research, including clinical trials, that have the potential to change the lives of those with cancer. The funds you raise will help us develop groundbreaking cancer therapies and treatments. Your participation provides hope to those who need it most.
Tell us why you fundraise
This year marks the 26th anniversary of the UMass Cancer Walk. Everyone who takes part in the event has a personal story. We want to know yours. Fill out the form and tell us why you take part in the event. To celebrate your support and significant advances in cancer research over the past 26 years, we will publish your stories and share them throughout the year on our social media channels and our newsletter.