2026 UMass Cancer Walk Advancing cancer research together! Thank you for being a superhero!


Each year, you and thousands of people like you make the UMass Cancer Walk a success, because the money you raise supports cancer research and care, and clinical trials of potentially lifesaving therapies taking place right here in Central Massachusetts at UMass Chan Medical School. Your involvement is a purposeful commitment to our community and the well-being of the people across the commonwealth.

Launched in 1999, the UMass Cancer Walk has become one of the region’s largest and most celebrated one-day fundraising events, bringing together thousands of individuals each year to recognize and honor their collective impact. The event directly supports cancer research, care and clinical trials at UMass Chan.
Your fundraising efforts play an essential role in supporting researchers and physician-scientists at UMass Chan. Through your commitment, they can pursue critical research and clinical trials with the potential to improve—and even transform—the lives of people affected by cancer. The funds you raise will help advance innovative cancer therapies and treatments, offering hope to those who need it most.
Hear cancer survivor and UMass Cancer Walk supporter Lisa Cohen share her story and explain why funding cancer research matters.