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- Niantic, CT: The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian: 4/22/23-4/23/23
- Califon, NJ: Linda’s Trail of Love, 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk: 5/20/23-5/21/23
- Point Pleasant, NJ: 1st Annual Jersey Shore Esophageal Cancer Awareness Walk: 6/4/23
- Rhode Island’s 12th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run: 6/17/23
- 2023 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run: 6/17/23-6/18/23
- Edina, MN: 3rd Annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run: 8/19/23-8/20/23
- St. Louis, MO’s 7th Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
- Colorado’s 6th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run: 6/16/23-6/17/23
- Brooklyn, NY 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk- NYC: 6/16/23
2023 Events:
The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
In-person: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9AM
Rocky Neck State Park in Niantic, CT.
Virtual: Saturday, April 22, 2023, or Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Sign up today!
https://salgiwalkjamesurian2023.eventbrite.com
The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research is hosted by The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. The in-person event will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9AM at Rocky Neck State Park in Niantic, CT. Guests can also virtually participate in the event on either Saturday, April 22, 2023, or Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Ticket information:
In-person tickets: Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 11:59 PM. Tickets are $25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event.
Virtual tickets: $20 in advance until Friday, April 21, 2023, at 11:59 PM, EST; Ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, April 22, 2023, 12:00 AM, EST until Sunday, April 23, 2023, 11:59 PM, EST.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
T-Shirts
T-shirts for the 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian, are $20 and available in both adult and youth sizes. A percentage of t-shirt sales go directly towards The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. T-shirts are available until Thursday, March 2, 2023.
Please note that purchasing a t-shirt does not include an event ticket.
Click here to get your t-shirt!
#SalgiWalkJamesUrian
Whether you are participating in-person or virtually, please remember to take pictures during your walk or run! When posting your photos on social media, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkJamesUrian and tag us @SalgiFoundation. Social media pages/profiles must be public for us to view and share. You can also email them to salgifoundation @ gmail . com to be posted!
In loving memory of James Francis Urian
This first annual fundraiser is in honor of James Urian: husband, father, PopPop, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, who passed away from esophageal cancer on April 2, 2022.
Through this first annual event, Jimmy’s family hopes to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for families facing this disease and raise money to help fund research. Esophageal cancer is currently underfunded. Jimmy’s family hopes that more targeted treatments and immunotherapies will be developed with the help of contributions through Jimmy’s annual walk to remember him.
Jimmy’s journey with esophageal cancer was typical like the many others who suffer from the disease. The worrisome signs of hiccups, heartburn, and reflux were dismissed and an endoscopy was only scheduled after Jimmy began having difficulty swallowing and keeping food down. On December 27, 2021, Jimmy was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal cancer in two spots, thus beginning his short journey.
Jimmy was the youngest of three children, husband to Dawn, father to Kai-Leigh (Matt) and Justin (Morgan), and PopPop to six beautiful grandchildren: Emmett James, Colton Harris, Hallie Blake, Charlotte Jane, Teagan Rose and Maria Stella. He was a brother to Jeanne (Tom) and Bobby (Claudia), an uncle to several nieces and nephews and friend to many.
Jimmy had many interests: hunting, gardening, making soupy, dirt bike riding and the list goes on.
Most of all Jimmy is extremely missed by all who knew him, especially his family. He may be gone, but definitely not forgotten.
Sign up today: https://salgiwalkjamesurian2023.eventbrite.com
Thank You, Sponsors!
Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank
Andersen Oil Company
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors!
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Linda’s Trail of Love, 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk
Linda’s Trail of Love, 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk, is hosted by The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. An in-person gathering will take place on Saturday, May 20, 10 AM at Columbia Trail in Califon, NJ. Guests can also participate virtually in the event on either Saturday, May 20 or Sunday, May 21, 2023. The event is in loving memory of Linda Klueber.
Everywhere Linda walked, she spread love. Let’s do the same in her memory.
Sign up today!
http://salgiwalkforlinda2023.eventbrite.com
Tickets and T-Shirts:
Step 1: Buy TICKETS by clicking the RED button on this page that says Tickets.
Step 2: Buy T-SHIRTS by clicking this link: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/lindas-trail-of-love-2023
In-person tickets: $20 in advance until Friday, May 19, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Tickets are $25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event.
Virtual tickets: $20 in advance until Friday, May 19, 2023, at 11:59 PM, EST; Virtual ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, May 20, 2023, 12:00 AM, EST until Sunday, May 21, 2023, 11:59 PM, EST.
Children 12 and under are admitted free to Linda’s Trail of Love, 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk event for either the in-person event or virtual but must be registered.
Please note that purchasing a t-shirt does not include an event ticket.
Register here: http://salgiwalkforlinda2023.eventbrite.com
CustomInk T-Shirt Fundraiser:
https://www.customink.com/fundraising/lindas-trail-of-love-2023
#SalgiWalkforLinda
Whether you are participating in-person or virtually, please remember to take pictures during your walk or run! When posting your photos on social media, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkforLinda and tag us @SalgiFoundation. Social media pages/profiles must be public for us to view and share. You can also email them to salgifoundation @ gmail . com to be posted!
Sponsorship opportunities available
There are several sponsorship opportunities available. Make a difference and support this mission through a sponsorship! If you would like to become an official event sponsor, click here.
In loving memory of Ms. Linda Klueber.
This annual fundraiser is in honor of Linda Klueber – Mother, daughter, sister, friend, aunt, nurse, volunteer, and hero – who passed away from esophageal cancer on September 30, 2021.
Through this annual event, Linda’s family hopes to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for families facing this disease, and raise money to help fund research. Esophageal cancer is currently underfunded, Linda’s family hopes that more targeted treatments and immunotherapies will be developed with the help of contributions through Linda’s Trail of Love, Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk.
Linda’s journey with esophageal cancer was typical of the many others who suffer from this disease. The worrisome signs of heartburn and reflux were dismissed, and an endoscopy was only scheduled after Linda began having difficulty swallowing. In August 2019, Linda was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal adenocarcinoma. Her two-year journey was challenging, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Even though targeted treatments for her specific condition were not available, Linda did not give up hope and tried every treatment available. Linda passed peacefully in September 2021 but is still ever-present in all our lives.
Linda was the oldest of 7 Guarino siblings, mother to Katie Ablett (husband Eric) and Michael Klueber, and a grandmother to Valerie Catherine Ablett. She had over 25 nieces and nephews, a sister-in-law and several brothers-in-law, and hundreds of friends. Linda’s extended family includes many Guarino aunts, uncles, and cousins whom she loved dearly.
Linda was a born leader and cared deeply for everyone. She led like a friend, without being bossy, stubborn, or partial. Linda was a wise peacemaker and the best listener. She was also a silent warrior and made it through tumultuous times with a smile and her loving nature. She had a great sense of humor that could always turn situations from bad to hilarious. Linda was a dedicated volunteer with the Somerset County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), and the Canal Walk Health and Safety Awareness Team. Linda’s love, laughter, and caring nature will be her lasting legacy.
Thank you, Gold Sponsor!
Greystone Financial Group, LLC
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Create a custom fundraising page
Whether you register for the virtual event or are unable to participate but would still like to make a difference, you can create a custom fundraising page. You can also donate to an existing campaign. Visit: http://fundrazr.cm/salgiwalkforlinda2023
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1st Annual Jersey Shore Esophageal Cancer Awareness Walk
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 9 AM
Riverfront Park
2302 River Road, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, 08742
Register today! Click here!
The 1st Annual Jersey Shore Esophageal Cancer Awareness Walk in-person event will take place on Sunday, June 4, 2023, 9 AM at Riverfront Park in Point Pleasant, NJ. The virtual event will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023, or Sunday, June 4, 2023.
The event aims to raise awareness, encourage early detection and to fund research for esophageal cancer.
In-person ticket information:
Tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, June 2, 2023, at 12:00 PM EST.
T-shirts are available for the first 40 in-person guests to register by Thursday, May 4, 2023, 5:00 PM EST. Guests will receive a t-shirt on the day of the event. Paid participants only.
In-person tickets are $25 on the day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event.
Bring your family, friends, and co-workers! Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
Virtual event ticket information:
Tickets are $20 to participate in the virtual event until Friday, June 2, 2023, at 11:59 PM MDT.
Ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, June 3, 2023, 12:00 AM EST until Sunday, June 4, 2023, 11:59 PM EST.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors!
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Goody Bags, Decorations and Gift Card Prizes
Breakfast Items:
Signage:
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Rhode Island’s 12th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 17, 2023, 9 AM
Warwick City Park
Steven O’Connor Blvd., Warwick, RI
(Formerly Asylum Road)
Register today! Click here
Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST. Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!* $25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Event t-shirts available for pre-registered, paid guests by Friday, May 5, 2023 11:59 PM EST!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Giveaways!
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
- $100 digital gift certificate from MaryRuth Organics
- $25 gift card from Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve
To be entered in the giveaway, you must register by Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day.
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Thank You, Sponsors!
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors!
Thank You, Street Team!
Thank You, Photography!
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2023 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 17- Sunday, June 18, 2023
Tickets: $30 T-Shirt; $20 Virtual Only
Register today! Click here
There are two ticket options:
1. T-Shirt Ticket: $30 to participate in the virtual event AND receive a t-shirt. Children sizes available, too. Must register by Friday, April 28, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST. Open to continental US only.
2. Virtual Ticket Only: $20 to participate in the virtual event only, no t-shirt. Must register by Friday, June 16, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST.
The 2023 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run event can take place in your neighborhood, on a trail, bike path, track, by the ocean, sea, river or wherever you would like to walk or run. If you have ever wanted to take part in one of our Esophageal Cancer events, now is your chance!
Participants can also bicycle, rollerblade, skateboard, swim, the possibilities are endless! Since the virtual event is not timed, participate at your own pace, any distance and at any time either Saturday or Sunday. The event is open across the world.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
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Giveaways!
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
- $100 digital gift certificate from MaryRuth Organics
- $25 gift card from Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve
To be entered in the giveaway, you must register by Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day.
Thank You, Sponsors!
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors!
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3rd Annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run
In-Person: Saturday, August 19, 2023, 1-3PM CT
Centennial Lakes Park
7499 France Ave S, Edina, MN, 55435
Virtual: Saturday, August 19, 2023 or Sunday, August 20, 2023
Tickets: $20 advance; $25 day of.
Register today! Click here
The 3rd Annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run is hosted by the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. The in-person event will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 1-3PM at Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave S, Edina, MN 55435. Guests may also participate virtually on either Saturday, August 19, 2023, or Sunday, August 20, 2023.
Ticket Information:
In-person tickets are $20 in advance until Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 1PM CT/ 2PM ET. Tickets are $25 day of the event. Children 12 and under admitted free.
Virtual tickets are $20 in advance until Friday, August 18, 2023, at 11:59 PM CT. Ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, August 20, 2023, 12:00 AM CT until Sunday, August 20, 2023, 11:59 PM CT. Children 12 and under free
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
In Loving Memory of Frank Pasquerella:
Lead event coordinator of the Annual Frank Pasquerella Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run, Maria, lost her husband, Frank, to esophageal cancer.
This fundraiser is in honor of Frank Pasquerella—husband, father, son, brother, friend, teacher, and mentor—who passed away from stage IV esophageal cancer.
Frank’s journey with this illness was typical of many who suffer from this disease. The worrisome signs (hoarseness, heartburn, hiccupping, reflux and difficulty breathing) were misdiagnosed, and it was only after Frank began having difficulty swallowing that an endoscopy was scheduled. A biopsy of the tumor resulted in a diagnosis of esophageal cancer on February 18, 2020, and, like many people, the remaining course of this disease was swift and he passed away on August 7, 2020.
Frank lived his last days with grit and grace, but also with the awareness of a life well lived and a recognition of what he achieved. Frank had an accomplished 28-year career as a high school band director, teaching hundreds of students who fondly referred to him as “Mr. P.” When not at school, Frank pursued his varied interests such as biking, golfing, following NASCAR, Drum Corps, and, most importantly, supporting and fostering his daughters’ Irish dance and musical talents. His passion for teaching and mentoring, famously quick wit and dry sense of humor, keen intellect, and love for his family and friends, will be his lasting legacy.
Through this annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run, our family would like to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for those families facing this disease, and raise money to help fund research.
To view the video slideshow from the 2022 event, click here.
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St. Louis, MO’s 7th Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
Saturday, September 2, 2023, 9 AM
Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter
13725 Marine Ave St. Louis, MO 63146
Register today! Click here
Ticket Options:
1. In-Person Tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, September 1, 2023, at 1:00 PM CT/2:00 PM ET.
The in-person event will take place on Saturday, September 2, 2023, 9 AM CDT at Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter 13725 Marine Ave St. Louis, MO 63146.
Event t-shirts are available to the first forty (40), in-person, pre-paid online registrants. T-shirts to be given out on the day of the event, t-shirts will not be mailed. Sizes may not be exchanged or changed prior to or on the day(s) of the event. No exceptions can be made.
$25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Day-of tickets may not be purchased online after sales end to participate in the in-person event. Bring your family, friends and co-workers, too! Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
2. Virtual tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, September 1, 2023, at 11:59 PM. Virtual ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 12:00 AM until Sunday, September 3, 2023 at 11:59 PM.
The virtual event will take place on either Saturday, September 2, 2023 or Sunday, September 3, 2023. Invite your family, friends and co-workers, too! Children 12 and under participate FREE but must be registered to participate. *
Share Online! Take photos and videos on the day of the event, use the hashtag #BillyBobTrotSalgi and tag us @SalgiFoundation in your posts!
The path at Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter is approximately 3.5 miles and and guests are encouraged to walk at their own pace.
Guests are asked to park on hard-surface parking only, unless you have contacted park rangers to assist with grass parking. Dogs and other pets are not allowed at this event.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
In Loving Memory of William Jakul:
Stacey Wright is the lead coordinator of this event and sadly lost her father to esophageal cancer.
I decided to find a way to help with funding and research. What I learned is that there are not many funding opportunities for esophageal cancer in the St. Louis area. Over the last several years, I have worked with The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, along with St. Louis Parks, to coordinate a walk to support this cause, to raise awareness and to honor the best man I have ever known.
If this event can provide awareness or result in an early detection for at least one person, then this walk will be an absolute, complete success!!!”
The event aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
Thank You Sponsor!
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Check out the video slideshow from the 2022 Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer! Click here!
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Brooklyn, NY 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk- NYC
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9AM EST
Marine Park Brooklyn
E. 32nd St. and Avenue S
Brooklyn, NY 11234 US
Register today! Visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/23esophageal
The 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
Tickets are $20 in advance. Price increases to $25 midnight 8/19and $30 on race day. Your name on your bib three weeks before race day.
Virtual registration is available!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
In Loving Memory of Joseph Mormile:
Lead event coordinator of the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC, Dara, lost her father to esophageal cancer.
“My father Joseph M. was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in late 2008. Like many others who find out too late that they have this disease, my father suffered from heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion – symptoms that doctors would only prescribe strong antacids for during the course of many years prior to his being diagnosed.
After numerous prescriptions that covered up the real problem, my father’s cancer surfaced after food became lodged against a tumor deep inside of his esophagus one afternoon when we were out having dinner together.
Even though he battled the disease for 2 years and passed away in October, 2010, the hopes that other families won’t have to share this same story seems unlikely – as this cancer is taking more lives every year. I’ve joined various esophageal cancer awareness groups on social media to find that a shocking number of fatality stories are similar to mine and that not much has changed in terms of early detection and treatment/surgeries.
After calling several advocacy groups and fundraising race organizations to find out about an event that brings awareness to esophageal cancer, I found that there was a need to generate more attention for this cancer in New York City. In January 2019, I began a partnership with the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation and pursued a 5K race event in Brooklyn’s own Marine Park with a race organization, elitefeats, where I could promote education on the disease and give others the tools to take their digestive health seriously. My hope and goal is for participants and volunteers to help spread knowledge about EC so we can change the stories of the future into those of survival.”
AMENITIES
*Amenities & Awards for In-Person only
FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS WELCOMED! Please start at the end of the pack and enjoy!
Freebies/Giveaways/Refreshments/Award Ceremony
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Bracelets: Complimentary for IN-PERSON registrants & volunteers only
WINE RAFFLE FOR A CAUSE: Win a wine gift basket when you enter our raffle. Only $1 per raffle ticket! Every $1 goes directly to the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. (Accepted until 11AM)
“KEEP HOPE ALIVE” Memory Poster Wall for families/participants will be open during the entire event for families to attach photos and write contributions in memory of their loved ones.
GIVE ESOPHAGEAL CANCER A VOICE! Speakers are welcome to briefly share their loved one’s battle/stories with esophageal cancer after the run/walk. Please e-mail DaraMormile @ hotmail . com to reserve your time slot as a guest speaker.
AWARDS
TOP 1 5K RUN M/F Winners to Receive Prizes
Site plan/course map for the event. The course is 3 and a half loops. 3 miles. 5K
To register and for more information, please visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/23esophageal
To View the Video Slideshow from our 2022 Event, Visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwVng3l3UhM
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Colorado’s 6th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9 AM
Mechelen Park Pavilion
8001 W 59th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80004
Register today! Click here!
Ticket Options:
1. In-Person Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 5:00 PM MT.
The in-person event will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9 AM at Mechelen Park Pavilion,8001 W 59th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80004.
T-shirts available for pre-paid, in-person guests until Thursday, August 10th at 5:00 PM MDT.
$25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Day-of tickets may not be purchased online after sales end to participate in the in-person event.
Bring your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
2. Virtual tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, September 15, 2023, at 11:59 PM MT. Virtual ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 12:00 AM MT.
The virtual event will take place on either Saturday, September 16, 2023 or Sunday, September 17, 2023.
Invite your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under participate FREE but must be registered to participate. *
Share Online!
Take photos and videos on the day of the event, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkRunCO and tag us @SalgiFoundation in your posts! Posts must be made public for us to post them. You can also email your photos to us: salgifoundation -at- gmail -dot- com.
REGISTER: Participate either in-person or virtually, click here.
DONATE: Make a donation to support the campaign, click here.
FUNDRAISE: Create your own custom fundraising page, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
In Loving Memory of Roy Ivan Parrish:
Joy, Lindsey and Monica, are coordinating the esophageal awareness event in Colorado.
“This fundraiser is in honor of our father/husband, Roy Ivan Parrish, who passed away from Stage IV Esophageal Cancer on July 20th, 2014.
Our father began to experience symptoms of a cold in the spring of 2013. It seemed like a common cold, but he could not kick the side effects. His primary doctor decided to do some blood work and that is when the results showed we were dealing with more than just a cold.
Our father had suffered from GERD for many years and this had turned into Barrett’s esophagus. However, he was diligent in his checkups and always went in for his scopes in a timely manner. By the time blood work came back, he was diagnosed with Stage IV esophageal cancer in June 2013. The doctors said the cancer was aggressive and it grew very fast. We had another year of life with our father, but it was a tough one. As anyone knows that has experienced medical trials, there were a lot of ups and downs.
We wanted to find a way to help with researching and funding for esophageal cancer. As we began to look, there was not a lot of information or funding out there. For this event, our goal is to provide awareness of the causes of esophageal cancer, how important early detection is, and to help fund any medical advances possible.
Lastly, this is for Ivan, Texas A&M class of ‘76 alum (go Aggies!), and who was able to battle cancer without losing his great sense of humor!”
To register, donate and for more event information, click here.
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St. Louis, MO’s 6th Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
Saturday, October 8, 2022, 9 AM CT
Fort Zumwalt Park
1000 Jessup Lane, O’Fallon, 63366
Ticket Options:
1. In-Person Tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, October 7, 2022, at 1:00 PM CT/2:00 PM ET.*
The in-person event will take place on Saturday, October 8, 2022, 9 AM CDT at Fort Zumwalt Park, 1000 Jessup Lane, O’Fallon, 63366
$25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Day-of tickets may not be purchased online after sales end to participate in the in-person event.
Register as an individual or as a team! Bring your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
2. Virtual tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, October 7, 2022, at 1:00 PM CT/2:00 PM ET. Virtual ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 12:00 AM CT.
The virtual event will take place on either Saturday, October 8, 2022 or Sunday, October 9, 2022.
Register as an individual or create a virtual team! Invite your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under participate FREE but must be registered to participate. *
Share Online! Take photos and videos on the day of the event, use the hashtag #BillyBobTrotSalgi and tag us @SalgiFoundation in your posts!
he event is not timed, and guests are encouraged to walk and/or run at their own pace.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors!
Michael Sturgeon, Mortgage Advisor with Mason Mortgage Advisors
Brandon Phillips
Randy’s Jewelry in O’Fallon, MO
Brittny Wear and Sorelle Beauty Suites
Theresa Coggins Englert: Curve’s Raffle Basket
Stacey’s Story:
Stacey Wright is the lead coordinator of this event and sadly lost her father to esophageal cancer.
I decided to find a way to help with funding and research. What I learned is that there are not many funding opportunities for esophageal cancer in the St. Louis area. Over the last several years, I have worked with The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, along with St. Louis Parks, to coordinate a walk to support this cause, to raise awareness and to honor the best man I have ever known.
If this event can provide awareness or result in an early detection for at least one person, then this walk will be an absolute, complete success!!!”
The event aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
Check out the video slideshow from the 2021 Virtual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer! Click here!
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Brooklyn, NY 4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk- NYC
Saturday, September 17, 2022, 9AM EST
Marine Park Brooklyn
E. 32nd St. and Avenue S
Brooklyn, NY 11234 US
To register, visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/esophageal22
The 4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
Tickets are $20 in advance. Price increases to $25 midnight 8/20 and $30 on race day. Your name on your bib three weeks before race day.
Virtual registration is available!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here
Click here for the in-person event schedule!
Thank You, Sponsor!
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors!
Dara’s Story: Lead event coordinator of the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC, Dara, lost her father to esophageal cancer.
“My father Joseph M. was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in late 2008. Like many others who find out too late that they have this disease, my father suffered from heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion – symptoms that doctors would only prescribe strong antacids for during the course of many years prior to his being diagnosed.
After numerous prescriptions that covered up the real problem, my father’s cancer surfaced after food became lodged against a tumor deep inside of his esophagus one afternoon when we were out having dinner together.
Even though he battled the disease for 2 years and passed away in October, 2010, the hopes that other families won’t have to share this same story seems unlikely – as this cancer is taking more lives every year. I’ve joined various esophageal cancer awareness groups on social media to find that a shocking number of fatality stories are similar to mine and that not much has changed in terms of early detection and treatment/surgeries.
After calling several advocacy groups and fundraising race organizations to find out about an event that brings awareness to esophageal cancer, I found that there was a need to generate more attention for this cancer in New York City. In January 2019, I began a partnership with the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation and pursued a 5K race event in Brooklyn’s own Marine Park with a race organization, elitefeats, where I could promote education on the disease and give others the tools to take their digestive health seriously. My hope and goal is for participants and volunteers to help spread knowledge about EC so we can change the stories of the future into those of survival.”
AMENITIES
FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS WELCOMED! Please start at the end of the pack and enjoy!
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Bracelets: Complimentary for IN-PERSON registrants & volunteers only.
LUXURY GIFT BASKET RAFFLE: Enter to win a beautiful gift basket, compliments of The Inn At Fox Hollow. The special basket also includes a complimentary stay at their beautiful inn! Raffle tickets will be $5 each and all proceeds go to the Salgi Foundation. *Must be 21 years or older to redeem.
WINE RAFFLE FOR A CAUSE: All donations received IN-PERSON on the day of the event can enter for a chance to win a bottle of wine, which will be raffled off following the 5K Run/Walk. All raffle proceeds go directly to the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation!
KEEP HOPE ALIVE WALL: Families are encouraged to bring photos of their loved ones to post on our commemorative poster wall. Guests can also write sentiments of support and hope.
GIVE ESOPHAGEAL CANCER A VOICE! Speakers are welcome to briefly share their loved one’s battle/stories with esophageal cancer after the run/walk. Please e-mail DaraMormile@hotmail.com to reserve your time slot as a guest speaker.
Rojoe Paperless Pour Over Coffee Reusable Filter: First 100 registrants get a FREE Rojoe Reusable Metal Coffee Filter! In-person only, first come, first serve, while supplies last.
AWARDS
1st place M/F winners of the 5k will each receive a $50 Amazon card sponsored by Reeves Eisen, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker.
Site plan/course map for the event. The course is 3 and a half loops. 3 miles. 5K
To register and for more information, please visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/esophageal22
Brooklyn, NY Chapter Representative, Dara’s Thank You Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwVng3l3UhM
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Colorado’s 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, September 17, 2022, 9 AM
O’Kane Park, Pavilion #2
7101 W. 1st Avenue, Lakewood, CO
Ticket Options:
1. In-Person Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM MT.
The in-person event will take place on Saturday, September 17, 2022, 9 AM at O’Kane Park, Pavilion #2, 7101 W. 1st Avenue, Lakewood, CO.
$25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Day-of tickets may not be purchased online after sales end to participate in the in-person event.
Register as an individual or as a team! Bring your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
2. Virtual tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, September 16, 2022, at 11:59 PM MT. Virtual ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 12:00 AM MT.
The virtual event will take place on either Saturday, September 17, 2022 or Sunday, September 18, 2022.
Register as an individual or create a virtual team! Invite your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under participate FREE but must be registered to participate. *
Share Online! Take photos and videos on the day of the event, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkRunCO and tag us @SalgiFoundation in your posts! You can also email your photos to us: salgifoundation -at- gmail -dot- com.
REGISTER: Participate either in-person or virtually, click here.
DONATE: Support a team or individual fundraiser, click here.
FUNDRAISE: Create your own custom fundraising page, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
In Loving Memory of Ivan:
Joy, Lindsey and Monica, are coordinating the esophageal awareness event in Colorado.
“This fundraiser is in honor of our father/husband, Roy Ivan Parrish, who passed away from Stage IV Esophageal Cancer on July 20th, 2014.
Our father began to experience symptoms of a cold in the spring of 2013. It seemed like a common cold, but he could not kick the side effects. His primary doctor decided to do some blood work and that is when the results showed we were dealing with more than just a cold.
Our father had suffered from GERD for many years and this had turned into Barrett’s esophagus. However, he was diligent in his checkups and always went in for his scopes in a timely manner. By the time blood work came back, he was diagnosed with Stage IV esophageal cancer in June 2013. The doctors said the cancer was aggressive and it grew very fast. We had another year of life with our father, but it was a tough one. As anyone knows that has experienced medical trials, there were a lot of ups and downs.
We wanted to find a way to help with researching and funding for esophageal cancer. As we began to look, there was not a lot of information or funding out there. For this event, our goal is to provide awareness of the causes of esophageal cancer, how important early detection is, and to help fund any medical advances possible.
Lastly, this is for Ivan, Texas A&M class of ‘76 alum (go Aggies!), and who was able to battle cancer without losing his great sense of humor!”
To register, donate and for more event information, click here.
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Papa Gino’s Pizzeria Raise Some Dough “For Nathan” Fundraiser
In loving memory of Nathan Reisdorff
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation will earn 20% of all qualifying sales. Visit one of the following locations on the dates listed to support the fundraiser!
Monday August 15, 2022
Route 44 & South Street, Raynham, MA- 508-823-1300
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
233 Broad Street, Bridgewater, MA- 508-697-8137
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
674 Bedford Street, Whitman, MA- 781-447-0052
Click here to download the flyer!
When you place your order, tell them you support this fundraiser! Hand in this flyer (click here!) or show the flyer on a mobile device for our organization to get credit for your order.
Online orders: Enter code 19 at the payment screen and then click apply.
Lora’s Story: Lora is the event coordinator of this fundraiser and lost her husband, Nathan, to esophageal cancer:
“Nathan was everyone’s go-to guy. He always knew what to do and if he didn’t, he wouldn’t sleep until he did. This driving force overflowed in every aspect of his life. At home, Nathan was the most dedicated father and husband anyone could have asked for. Even when he became sick, he got out of bed each day and did what he could to help his family, even if that could only be his quiet presence during an early morning, “before-work” English muffin.
Nathan worked for the same law school as their director of IT for over 25 years, becoming absolutely indispensable to their success. There was never a time when he wouldn’t pick up his phone to help a staff or faculty member work through a technical issue, even in the middle of the night.
Nathan fought relentlessly for his life. He tried every treatment open to him, even seeking out an expensive second opinion, as well as various alternative healing methods. Despite his fighting nature, his last breath was taken in complete peace with his family surrounding him, holding his hand during his favorite meditation recording.
His family feels compelled to honor everything Nathan stood for, knowing that he wanted more than anything to find a cure for Esophageal Cancer. This August, we are holding a fundraiser to support The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. The fundraiser is hosted by Papa Gino’s and there are three different Massachusetts locations and dates: Raynham on 8/15, Bridgewater on 8/16 and Whitman on 8/17. Anyone who is unable to attend but would like to contribute can do so. The “Commit to Eat” (box in green) will change to “Donate” once the fundraiser dates have passed.
Thank you everyone!”
Fundraiser orders are only valid with regular-priced menu items and cannot be paired with coupons or deals. Fundraisers are not valid on third-party orders. Flyers cannot be handed out in or around the Papa Gino’s restaurant on the day of your event. Flyers made by the organization will not be accepted for the fundraiser event.
Restaurant Only- Ring in this sale using the POS button 19: Fundraiser.
Valid for all Dine-In, Carry Out, Online & Delivery orders!
Click here for more information and to RSVP.
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Saturday, August 6, 2022 or Sunday, August 7, 2022
Tickets: $20 advance; $25 day of.
Register today! Click here
The 1st Annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run is hosted by the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. Guests can decide if they would like to participate in the virtual event either on Saturday, August 6 or Sunday, August 7, 2022. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 day of the virtual event.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
Maria’s Story: Lead event coordinator of the Annual Frank Pasquerella Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run, Maria, lost her husband, Frank, to esophageal cancer.
This fundraiser is in honor of Frank Pasquerella—husband, father, son, brother, friend, teacher, and mentor—who passed away from stage IV esophageal cancer.
Frank’s journey with this illness was typical of many who suffer from this disease. The worrisome signs (hoarseness, heartburn, hiccupping, reflux and difficulty breathing) were misdiagnosed, and it was only after Frank began having difficulty swallowing that an endoscopy was scheduled. A biopsy of the tumor resulted in a diagnosis of esophageal cancer on February 18, 2020, and, like many people, the remaining course of this disease was swift and he passed away on August 7, 2020.
Frank lived his last days with grit and grace, but also with the awareness of a life well lived and a recognition of what he achieved. Frank had an accomplished 28-year career as a high school band director, teaching hundreds of students who fondly referred to him as “Mr. P.” When not at school, Frank pursued his varied interests such as biking, golfing, following NASCAR, Drum Corps, and, most importantly, supporting and fostering his daughters’ Irish dance and musical talents. His passion for teaching and mentoring, famously quick wit and dry sense of humor, keen intellect, and love for his family and friends, will be his lasting legacy.
Through this annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run, our family would like to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for those families facing this disease, and raise money to help fund research.
To view the video slideshow from the 2021 event, click here.
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2022 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 18, 2022 or Sunday, June 19, 2022
Tickets: $30 T-Shirt; $20 Virtual Only
Register today! Click here
There are two ticket options:
1. T-Shirt Ticket: $30 to participate in the virtual event AND receive a t-shirt. Children sizes available, too. Must register by Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST. Open to continental US only.
2. Virtual Ticket Only: $20 to participate in the virtual event only, no t-shirt. Must register by Friday, June 17, 2022 at 5:00 PM EST.
T-shirts available for a limited time! Children sizes, too! However, t-shirts are only available to participants located within the continental United States who register by Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST.
The 2022 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run event can take place in your neighborhood, on a trail, bike path, track, by the ocean, sea, river or wherever you would like to walk or run. If you have ever wanted to take part in one of our Esophageal Cancer events, now is your chance!
Participants can also bicycle, rollerblade, skateboard, swim, the possibilities are endless! Since the virtual event is not timed, you are able to participate at your own pace, any distance and at any time either Saturday or Sunday. The event is open across the world.
It’s important to remember that by participating in the virtual event you must still take in accordance all social distancing guidelines in your community and not participate in populated areas. You may sign up as an individual or as a virtual team.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Giveaways!
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
-$25 Gift Card from Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve
-$100 gift card from Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses
To be entered in the giveaways, you must register by Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day. Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses giveaway open to New England registrants only.
Watch the Video Slideshow from our 2021 Virtual Event: https://youtu.be/kJvVzg7nys8
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Rhode Island’s 11th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 18, 2022, 9 AM
Warwick City Park
Steven O’Connor Blvd., Warwick, RI
(Formerly Asylum Road)
Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST. Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!* $25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Event t-shirts available for pre-registered, paid guests by Sunday, May 8, 2022 11:59 PM EST!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Giveaways!
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
-$25 Gift Card from Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve
-$100 gift card from Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses
To be entered in the giveaways, you must register by Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day. Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses giveaway open to New England registrants only.
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Linda’s Trail of Love, 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk
View photos from the event: click here!
Linda’s Trail of Love, 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk, is a virtual event that will take place on Saturday, April 30, 2022 or Sunday May 1, 2022. The virtual event is in loving memory of Linda Klueber.
Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 day of. Register here: http://salgiwalkforlinda2022.eventbrite.com
Please remember to take pictures during your walk or run! When posting your photos on social media, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkforLinda and tag us @SalgiFoundation. You can also email them to salgifoundation@gmail.com to be posted!
T-Shirts for Linda’s Trail of Love 5K
T-shirts for Linda’s Trail of Love, 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk, are $30 and available in both adult and youth sizes. A percentage of t-shirt sales go directly towards The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. T-shirts are available until Sunday, April 3, 2022. Please note that purchasing a t-shirt does not include an event ticket. Click here to get your t-shirt!
Sponsorship opportunities available
There are several sponsorship opportunities available. Make a difference and support this mission through a sponsorship! If you would like to become an official event sponsor, click here.
The virtual event is in loving memory of Ms. Linda Klueber.
This first annual fundraiser is in honor of Linda Klueber – Mother, daughter, sister, friend, aunt, nurse, volunteer, and hero – who passed away from esophageal cancer on September 30, 2021.
Through this first annual event, Linda’s family hopes to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for families facing this disease, and raise money to help fund research. Esophageal cancer is currently underfunded, Linda’s family hopes that more targeted treatments and immunotherapies will be developed with the help of contributions through Linda’s Trail of Love,1st Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk.
Linda’s journey with esophageal cancer was typical of the many others who suffer from this disease. The worrisome signs of heartburn and reflux were dismissed, and an endoscopy was only scheduled after Linda began having difficulty swallowing. In August 2019, Linda was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal adenocarcinoma. Her two-year journey was challenging, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Even though targeted treatments for her specific condition were not available, Linda did not give up hope and tried every treatment available. Linda passed peacefully in September 2021 but is still ever-present in all our lives.
Linda was the oldest of 7 Guarino siblings, mother to Katie Ablett and Michael Klueber, and a grandmother-to-be to baby Ablett. She had over 25 nieces and nephews and hundreds of friends. Linda’s extended family includes many Guarino aunts, uncles, and cousins whom she loved dearly.
Linda was a born leader and cared deeply for everyone. She led like a friend, without being bossy, stubborn, or partial. Linda was a wise peacemaker and the best listener. She was also a silent warrior and made it through tumultuous times with a smile and her loving nature. She had a great sense of humor that could always turn situations from bad to hilarious. Linda was a dedicated volunteer with the Somerset County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), and the Canal Walk Health and Safety Awareness Team. Linda’s love, laughter, and caring nature will be her lasting legacy.
Thank you, Gold Sponsor!
Greystone Financial Group, LLC
Follow Greystone Financial Group, LLC on social media!
- Facebook.com/GreystoneFinancialGroupLLC
- Instagram.com/greystonefinancialgroupllc
- Linkedin.com/company/greystone-financial-group-llc
Special Thank You!
Thank you to the Katherine and Craig Muir Family Charitable Gifting Fund for the $10,000 donation in honor and memory of Linda Klueber.
Create a custom fundraising page
Whether you register for the virtual event or are unable to participate but would still like to make a difference, you can create a custom fundraising page. You can also donate to an existing campaign. Visit: http://fundrazr.cm/salgiwalkforlinda2022
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Brooklyn, NY 3rd Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk- NYC
Saturday, September 18, 2021, 9AM EST
Marine Park Brooklyn
E. 32nd St. and Avenue S
Brooklyn, NY 11234 US
To register, visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/esophageal21
The 3rd Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding. In-person and virtual registration available!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
VOLUNTEER: To become a volunteer, please click here.
Ticket Options:
-5K Run/Walk ($20.00)
Your name on your bib by 8/28
Price increases to $5 Midnight 8/15 & Race Day!
-Virtual Run ($25.00)
1. Go for a run/walk whenever & wherever you’d like
2. Starting on the event date go to elitefeats.com/Results – click on this event
3. Search for your name – click UPDATE
4. Enter your time between 9/18 – 9/26
5. OPTIONAL upload selfie and/or photo (up to 5 photos!)
#efVirtual
Please note the virtual run may not come with a bib, shirt or medal.
To register, visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/esophageal21
Thank You, Sponsor!
State Senator Andrew Gounardes
Thank You, In-Kind Sponsors:
Dara’s Story: Lead event coordinator of the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC, Dara, lost her father to esophageal cancer.
“My father Joseph M. was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in late 2008. Like many others who find out too late that they have this disease, my father suffered from heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion – symptoms that doctors would only prescribe strong antacids for during the course of many years prior to his being diagnosed.
After numerous prescriptions that covered up the real problem, my father’s cancer surfaced after food became lodged against a tumor deep inside of his esophagus one afternoon when we were out having dinner together.
Even though he battled the disease for 2 years and passed away in October, 2010, the hopes that other families won’t have to share this same story seems unlikely – as this cancer is taking more lives every year. I’ve joined various esophageal cancer awareness groups on social media to find that a shocking number of fatality stories are similar to mine and that not much has changed in terms of early detection and treatment/surgeries.
After calling several advocacy groups and fundraising race organizations to find out about an event that brings awareness to esophageal cancer , I found that there was a need to generate more attention for this cancer in New York City. In January 2019, I began a partnership with the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation and pursued a 5K race event in Brooklyn’s own Marine Park with a race organization, elitefeats, where I could promote education on the disease and give others the tools to take their digestive health seriously. My hope and goal is for participants and volunteers to help spread knowledge about EC so we can change the stories of the future into those of survival.”
AMENITIES
FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS WELCOMED! Please start at the end of the pack and enjoy!
Freebies/Giveaways/Refreshments/Award Ceremony
FREE samples of unique nutrition powders from our in-kind sponsor C4A (Change for Africa)
FREE 1-Year Subscription to Preferred Health Magazine (PHM) for ALL registrants!
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Bracelets: Complimentary for IN-PERSON registrants & volunteers only
WINE RAFFLE FOR A CAUSE: All donations received IN-PERSON on the day of the event can enter for a chance to win a bottle of wine, which will be raffled off following the 5K Run/Walk. All raffle proceeds go directly to the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation!
KEEP HOPE ALIVE WALL: Families are encouraged to bring photos of their loved ones to post on our commemorative poster wall. Guests can also write sentiments of support and hope.
GIVE ESOPHAGEAL CANCER A VOICE! Speakers are welcome to briefly share their loved one’s battle/stories with esophageal cancer after the run/walk. Please e-mail DaraMormile@hotmail.com to reserve your time slot as a guest speaker.
AWARDS
Awards for First M/F Overall: $100 for Nike and $100 for Dick’s Sporting Goods
Awards for Second M/F Overall: $50 Amazon Gift Card
Nike & Dicks Sporting Good gift cards courtesy of Preferred Health Magazine
Amazon Gift Card courtesy of C4A (Change for Africa)
Site plan/course map for the event. The course is 3 and a half loops.
3 miles. 5K
Click here for a full size image of the map.
Click here for the race day schedule.
To register and for more information, please visit:
https://events.elitefeats.com/esophageal21
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St. Louis, MO’s 5th Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
Click here to view photos from the event!
Sunday, September 12, 2021, 9 AM
Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter
13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63146
Ticket Options:
1. In-Person Tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, September 10, 2021, at 1:00 PM CT/2:00 PM ET.*
The in-person event will take place on Sunday, September 12, 2021, 9 AM CDT at Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter, 13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63146.
$25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event.
Register as an individual or as a team! Bring your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
2. Virtual tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, September 10, 2021. Virtual ticket price increases to $25 on Saturday, September 11, 2021.
The virtual event will take place on either Saturday, September 11, 2021 or Sunday, September 11, 2021.
Register as an individual or create a virtual team! Invite your family, friends and co-workers, too!
Children 12 and under participate FREE but must be registered to participate.*
Share Online! Take photos and videos on the day of the event, use the hashtag #BillyBobTrotSalgi and tag us @SalgiFoundation in your posts!
The path is approximately 3 miles, the event is not timed and guests are encouraged to walk and/or run at their own pace.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
VOLUNTEER: To become a volunteer, please click here.
Thank you, Sponsor!
Thank you, In-Kind Sponsors!
Check out the video slideshow from the 2020 Virtual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer! Click here!
Stacey’s Story: Lead event coordinator, Stacey Wright, lost her father to esophageal cancer on April 28, 2016, less than 3 months from his diagnosis and only 5 months from when her father first began to notice symptoms.
“To say watching his demise was heartbreaking, is an understatement. I miss my Dad so much. I would give anything to have him here with me today. The reality though, is that I can’t have Dad back. I had to find a way to redirect my sadness and anger, and at the same time, to do right by him. I decided to coordinate an event to support this cause, to raise awareness and to honor the best man I have ever known.
I am extremely excited and hope to see you at the walk in April! If you are unable to attend but would consider making a monetary donation, I would be most appreciative and grateful. If this event can provide awareness or result in an early detection for just one person, then this walk will be an absolute, complete success!!!”
The event aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
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Virtual 1st Annual Frank Pasquerella Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
To view photos from the event, click here.
Saturday, August 7, 2021 or Sunday, August 8, 2021
Tickets: $20 advance; $25 day of.
Register today! Click here
The 1st Annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run is hosted by the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. Guests can decide if they would like to participate in the virtual event either on Saturday, August 7 or Sunday, August 8, 2021. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 day of the virtual event.
T-shirts are $20 and available in both adult and youth, unisex sizes. A percentage of t-shirt sales go directly towards The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. T-shirts are available until July 1, 2021. Please note that purchasing a t-shirt does not include an event ticket. Click here to get your t-shirt!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
Maria’s Story: Lead event coordinator of the 1st Annual Frank Pasquerella Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run, Maria, lost her husband, Frank, to esophageal cancer.
This fundraiser is in honor of Frank Pasquerella—husband, father, son, brother, friend, teacher, and mentor—who passed away from stage IV esophageal cancer.
Frank’s journey with this illness was typical of many who suffer from this disease. The worrisome signs (hoarseness, heartburn, hiccupping, reflux and difficulty breathing) were misdiagnosed, and it was only after Frank began having difficulty swallowing that an endoscopy was scheduled. A biopsy of the tumor resulted in a diagnosis of esophageal cancer on February 18, 2020, and, like many people, the remaining course of this disease was swift and he passed away on August 7, 2020.
Frank lived his last days with grit and grace, but also with the awareness of a life well lived and a recognition of what he achieved. Frank had an accomplished 28-year career as a high school band director, teaching hundreds of students who fondly referred to him as “Mr. P.” When not at school, Frank pursued his varied interests such as biking, golfing, following NASCAR, Drum Corps, and, most importantly, supporting and fostering his daughters’ Irish dance and musical talents. His passion for teaching and mentoring, famously quick wit and dry sense of humor, keen intellect, and love for his family and friends, will be his lasting legacy.
Through this first annual Frank Pasquerella Memorial Walk/Run, our family would like to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for those families facing this disease, and raise money to help fund research.
Thank you, Sponsors!
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2021 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Click here to view photos from the Virtual Event
Saturday, June 19, 2021 or Sunday, June 20, 2021
Tickets: $30 T-Shirt; $20 Virtual Only
Register today! Click here
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation will be hosting the 2021 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run event in June, 2021. Participants can decide if they would like to walk/run either on Saturday, June 19, 2021 or Sunday, June 20, 2021.
Sign up today! http://salgivirtualwalkrun2021.eventbrite.com
There are two ticket options:
1. T-Shirt Ticket: $30 to participate in the virtual event AND receive a t-shirt. Must register by Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 5 PM EST. Open to continental US only.
2. Virtual Ticket Only: $20 to participate in the virtual event only, no t-shirt. Must register by Friday, June 18, 2021 at 5 PM EST.
T-shirts available for a limited time! Children sizes, too! However, t-shirts are only available to participants located within the continental United States who register by Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 5PM EST.
The 2021 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run event can take place in your neighborhood, on a trail, bike path, track, by the ocean, sea, river or wherever you would like to walk or run. If you have ever wanted to take part in one of our Esophageal Cancer events, now is your chance!
Participants can also bicycle, roller-blade, skateboard, swim, the possibilities are endless! Since the virtual event is not timed, you are able to participate at your own pace, any distance and at any time either Saturday or Sunday. The event is open across the world.
It’s important to remember that by participating in the virtual event you must still take in accordance all social distancing guidelines in your community and not participate in populated areas. You may sign up as an individual or as a virtual team.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Thank you, Sponsor!
Thank you, In-Kind Sponsors!
*While supplies last
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
-$25 Cracker Cut Gift Box from Cabot Cheese!
-$100 gift card from Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses
To be entered in the giveaways, you must register by Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day. Due to warm temperatures, Cabot will not ship cheese between May 1st and October 1st, unless otherwise arranged. Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses giveaway open to New England registrants only.
Watch the Video Slideshow from our 2020 Virtual Event: https://youtu.be/SyUozfHkPiU
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Warwick, Rhode Island’s Virtual 10th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 19, 2021 or Sunday, June 20, 2021
Tickets: $30 T-Shirt; $20 Virtual Only
Register today! Click here
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Sign up today! http://salgivirtualwalkrun2021.eventbrite.com
Thank you, Sponsor!
Thank you, In-Kind Sponsors!
*While supplies last.
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
-$25 Cracker Cut Gift Box from Cabot Cheese!
-$100 gift card from Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses
To be entered in the giveaways, you must register by Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day. Due to warm temperatures, Cabot will not ship cheese between May 1st and October 1st, unless otherwise arranged. Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses giveaway open to New England registrants only.
Check out our video slideshow from the 2020 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run! Click here!
10th Annual!
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Colorado’s Virtual 4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 19, 2021 or Sunday, June 20, 2021
Tickets: $30 T-Shirt; $20 Virtual Only
Register today! Click here
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Sign up today! http://salgivirtualwalkrun2021.eventbrite.com
Thank you, In-Kind Sponsors!
*While supplies last.
TWO lucky registrants will each win one of the following gift certificates!
-$25 Cracker Cut Gift Box from Cabot Cheese!
-$100 gift card from Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses
To be entered in the giveaways, you must register by Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 5 PM EST. Open to continental United States only. Winner will be announced the next day. Due to warm temperatures, Cabot will not ship cheese between May 1st and October 1st, unless otherwise arranged. Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses giveaway open to New England registrants only.
4th Annual!
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Glendale, Arizona: Scott Dye Memorial Topgolf Tournament
May, 8 2021, 8:45 AM MST
Topgolf
6101 North 99th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85305
Register today! Click here
Tournament player tickets are $99.00 and will have a chance to try for $10,000 ‘Hole in One’ contest. Tournament Top Contender game, Included: Lifetime Membership, swag bag, Raffle Prizes. Rain or shine, Fun for the whole family. Spectators/Breakfast Buffet tickets are $55.00 and will receive a raffle ticket, fun mingling, and cheering on friends and family. Registration is online only and ends on April, 26, 2021. Register today! Click here
EVENT TIMELINE:
8:45 am: Ambassador to greet guests in lobby, And Registration.
9:00 am: Topgolf play begins
9:30 am: Buffet is served for 90 minutes
11:30 am: Raffle Prizes
12:00 pm: Topgolf play concludes
Linda, Michelle, Jennifer and Richard are coordinating the esophageal awareness event at Topgolf in Glendale, Arizona:
“This fundraiser is in honor of Scott E. Dye who passed away from stage IV Esophageal Cancer on December 13th, 2015. It seems like only just yesterday we found out our father was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. Our father went to the hospital for chest pain on 11/13/15 and after the CAT scan was completed the doctors found a mass on his liver. That is when his primary doctor did more tests (endoscopy) and blood work and results came back with esophageal cancer stage IV on 11/30/15. Once the cancer was known there was nothing but vomiting, nausea and dehydration that came from it in the coming days and weeks. It was like we were watching him quickly go downhill just days after he was diagnosed. During this time a port was put in so that chemotherapy could start and the goal was to FIGHT and beat this nightmare. By 12/9/15 he was transported back to the hospital due to a stomach hemorrhage. He was clinging to his life as his kidneys started to fail. Our father was placed in ICU and was too weak to start his chemo. This was all happening way too fast and we couldn’t process that he was diagnosed with cancer let alone that he passed away on 12/13/15 just a month after symptoms and diagnoses was given.
To see someone you love pass away in front of your eyes is the most unexplainable feeling you can have and you will remember it forever. We wanted to find away to help with funding and research. So we have teamed up with The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation as a way to raise awareness and remember our father, and to help others become aware of symptoms and early detection of cancer.”
Register today! Click here
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2022 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 18, 2022 or Sunday, June 19, 2022
Tickets: $30 T-Shirt; $20 Virtual Only
Register today! Click here
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation will be hosting the 2022 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run event in June, 2022. Participants can decide if they would like to walk/run either on Saturday, June 18, 2022 or Sunday, June 19, 2022.
Sign up today! Click here
There are two ticket options:
1. T-Shirt Ticket: $30 to participate in the virtual event AND receive a t-shirt. Must register by Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST. Open to continental US only.
2. Virtual Ticket Only: $20 to participate in the virtual event only, no t-shirt. Must register by Friday, June 17, 2022 at 5 PM EST.
T-shirts available for a limited time! Children sizes, too! However, t-shirts are only available to participants located within the continental United States who register by Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST.
The 2022 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run event can take place in your neighborhood, on a trail, bike path, track, by the ocean, sea, river or wherever you would like to walk or run. If you have ever wanted to take part in one of our Esophageal Cancer events, now is your chance!
Participants can also bicycle, roller-blade, skateboard, swim, the possibilities are endless! Since the virtual event is not timed, you are able to participate at your own pace, any distance and at any time either Saturday or Sunday. The event is open across the world.
It’s important to remember that by participating in the virtual event you must still take in accordance all social distancing guidelines in your community and not participate in populated areas. You may sign up as an individual or as a virtual team.
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Watch the Video Slideshow from our 2021 Virtual Event: https://youtu.be/kJvVzg7nys8
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Westford, MA: 5th and Final Brian Blood Memorial Golf Tournament
Butter Brook Golf Club
157 Carlisle Road
Westford, Massachusetts 01886
Friday, October 2, 2019, Shotgun start at 8:00 AM
Event page: https://sites.google.com/view/bbgolftourney/home
This event is in honor of Brian Blood, who passed away after a short but courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
Prior to his passing, his family promised him they would hold an annual golf tournament in his honor, with the goal of raising money for esophageal cancer awareness and research. Join the event as a sponsor and/or participant.
Your involvement will help play a critical role in promoting awareness to the fastest growing cancer in the United States! The organizers are anticipating a highly successful and well-attended event. There are various levels of sponsorship’s available. Click here for the sponsor package information. Thank you!
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2020 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC
To view photos from the event, click here.
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2020 Virtual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
To view photos from the event, click here
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2020 Virtual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
To view photos from the event, click here.
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Inaugural Joe Hagedorn Memorial Golf Scramble
Saturday, September 21, 2019, 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Sandy Creek Golf Course
3177 Heiss Rd.
Monroe, Michigan 48162
Sign up today! click here
75$ a Person, 300$ Per Team
150$ a Hole Sponsorship
250$ Birdie Sponsor includes name/logo at the hole, option to host hole, game, and/or promote hole, listed on the tournament website, recognized during tournament dinner
Includes 18 holes w/ cart, lunch at the turn and steak dinner
50/50 Raffle
Door Prizes
Closest to the Pin
Skins
Please follow this website to sign up, www.JoeHagedornMemorialGolf.com
Joe had a special way with people and touched many lives upon his journey. Being a wonderful husband, father, mentor, and friend, it was easy to see that Joe always had a special way with people. He loved to see people grow to their fullest potential and invested his personal time and energy to help them get there. As founder and CEO of Synergy, Joe was reliably dedicated to his team, working side by side with them and planting the seeds that have blossomed into the thriving enterprise that is Synergy today. The time and love he invested into his business and family are lessons beyond text books that will be carried on for years to come. Synergy PSM Corporation has partnered with The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Foundation for our inagural Joe Hagedorn Memorial Golf Outing to raise funds for esophageal cancer research in memory of Joe. The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization that funds research and contributes to spreading esophageal cancer awareness. All donations are greatly appreciated, and tax deductible.
Esophageal cancer is considered one of the fastest growing cancers in the United States, and one of the deadliest cancers with only ~19% of all patients surviving five years. Despite these statistics, esophageal cancer research remains extremely underfunded. With a lack of early screening methods, the disease typically presents at later stages when the cancer has spread to distant regions of the body. Further research into the disease is crucial to changing these statistics. Thank you again for your support!
Sign up today! click here
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1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC
Saturday, September 14, 2019, 9AM EST
Marine Park Brooklyn
E. 32nd St. and Avenue S
Brooklyn, NY 11234 US
To register, visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/september-2019-esophageal-cancer-5k
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Dara’s Story: Lead event coordinator of the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC, Dara, lost her father to esophageal cancer.
“My father Joseph M. was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in late 2008. Like many others who find out too late that they have this disease, my father suffered from heartburn, acid reflux and indigestion – symptoms that doctors would only prescribe strong antacids for during the course of many years prior to his being diagnosed.
After numerous prescriptions that covered up the real problem, my father’s cancer surfaced after food became lodged against a tumor deep inside of his esophagus one afternoon when we were out having dinner together.
Even though he battled the disease for 2 years and passed away in October, 2010, the hopes that other families won’t have to share this same story seems unlikely – as this cancer is taking more lives every year. I’ve joined various esophageal cancer awareness groups on social media to find that a shocking number of fatality stories are similar to mine and that not much has changed in terms of early detection and treatment/surgeries.
After calling several advocacy groups and fundraising race organizations to find out about an event that brings awareness to esophageal cancer , I found that there was a need to generate more attention for this cancer in New York City. In January 2019, I began a partnership with the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation and pursued a 5K race event in Brooklyn’s own Marine Park with a race organization, elitefeats, where I could promote education on the disease and give others the tools to take their digestive health seriously. My hope and goal is for participants and volunteers to help spread knowledge about EC so we can change the stories of the future into those of survival.”
The 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk NYC aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding. To view the event schedule click here.
Site plan/course map for the event. The course is 3 and a half loops.
Click here for a full size image of the map.
To register, please click here.
In the News:
“Marine Park Event To Raise Awareness For Esophageal Cancer”, Canarsie Courier, by: Dara Mormile https://canarsiecourier.com/marine-park-event-to-raise-awareness-for-esophageal-cancer-p3937-255.htm
“Esophageal Cancer Awareness 5k Review: View From A Volunteer And A Runner”, by: Lauren Keating https://thatrunnermom.com/2019/09/19/esophageal-cancer-awareness-5k-review-view-from-a-volunteer-and-a-runner
“Marine Park – Setting The Pace To Raise Esophageal Cancer Awareness”, Canarsie Courier, by: Loretta Chin canarsiecourier.com/marine-park-setting-the-pace-to-raise-esophageal-cancer-awareness-p4067-199.htm?fbclid=IwAR3nIpFUuiXNitwUWQYbYZaPzDLvsV-Hf5cHzn_RlQ3LG9oureIQvFli_gA
In-Kind Sponsors:
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Westford, MA: 4th Annual Brian Blood Memorial Golf Tournament
Butter Brook Golf Club
157 Carlisle Road
Westford, Massachusetts 01886
Friday, October 4, 2019, Shotgun start at 8:00 AM
Event page: https://sites.google.com/view/bbgolftourney/home
This event is in honor of Brian Blood, who passed away after a short but courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
Prior to his passing, his family promised him they would hold an annual golf tournament in his honor, with the goal of raising money for esophageal cancer awareness and research. Join the event as a sponsor and/or participant.
Your involvement will help play a critical role in promoting awareness to the fastest growing cancer in the United States! The organizers are anticipating a highly successful and well-attended event. There are various levels of sponsorship’s available. Click here for the sponsor package information. Thank you!
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St. Louis, MO’s 3rd Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
Click here to see photos from the event!
Check out the slideshow from the 2018 2nd Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer! Click here!
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Warwick, Rhode Island’s 8th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 15, 2019, 10 AM
Warwick City Park
Steven O’Connor Blvd., Warwick, RI
(Formerly Asylum Road)
Tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, June 14, 2019 at 12:00 PM EST. Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!* $25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Event t-shirts available for pre-registered, paid guests by Friday, May 24, 2019, 12:00 PM EST!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Thank you, Sponsors!
Thank you, In-Kind Donors!
Enjoy Life Foods
Raw Elements USA
Dave’s Marketplace
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Svelte
PriceRite
Pirate’s Booty
Kaitlyn Soares Photography
Trader Joe’s
Thank you, Street Teams!
Check out our video slideshow from the 2018 7th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run! Click here!
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Arvada, Colorado’s 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 15, 2019, 9 AM MDT
Memorial Park
8001 W 59th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80004
Register today! Click here!
Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, June 13, 2019, 12:00 PM MDT. T-shirts will be available for paid guests who register by June 2, 2019, 2:00 PM MDT! Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Bring your family, friends, co-workers and dogs, too! Memorial Park is pet friendly! Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
Check out our video slideshow from the 2018 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run! Click here!
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PAST EVENTS:
Swanton, OH: 1st Fall Extravaganza Craft and Vendor Show For a Cause
Westford, MA: 3rd Annual Brian Blood Memorial Golf Tournament: 9/24/18
Chesapeake, Virginia, 1st Annual Gerald Owen Alumni Hockey Game 7/28/18
Swanton, OH: 1st Annual Craft and Vendor Show For a Cause: 6/30/18
Arvada, CO’s 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run: 6/16/18
Louisville, KY’s 1st Annual Walk for Doc- Supporting Esophageal Cancer Research: 6/16/18
Warwick, RI’s 7th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run: 6/16/18
Jackson, NJ The Organic Gallery Pop Up Art Show and Fundraiser
St. Louis, MO’s 2nd Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research: 4/28/18
Westford, MA: 3rd Annual Brian Blood Memorial Golf Tournament
Butter Brook Golf Club
157 Carlisle Road
Westford, Massachusetts 01886
Monday, September 24 at 7 AM – 5 PM
Event page: https://sites.google.com/view/bbgolftourney/home
This event is in honor of Brian Blood, who passed away after a short but courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Prior to his passing, his family promised him they would hold an annual golf tournament in his honor, with the goal of raising money for esophageal cancer awareness and research. Join the event as a sponsor and/or participant.
Your involvement will help play a critical role in promoting awareness to the fastest growing cancer in the United States! The organizers are anticipating a highly successful and well-attended event. There are various levels of sponsorship’s available. Click here for the sponsor package information. Thank you!
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Louisville, KY: 1st Annual Walk for Doc- Supporting Esophageal Cancer Research
Saturday, June 16, 2018, 11:30 AM
E.P. “Tom” Sawyer Park
3000 Freys Hill Road
Louisville, KY 40241
Unable to Attend? Here are other ways to get involved:
FUNDRAISE: Start a fundraiser or donate to one. Click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
Meryl Levine is the lead coordinator of this event and lost her father to esophageal cancer.
“Esophageal Cancer is a preventable, treatable disease if caught early. My dad was a physician, tasked with taking care of people’s feet. He was strong, generous, and smart….a force to be reckoned with before cancer brought him and us to our knees. I won’t go into how my brother had to clean the blood off the bathroom floor, as he lay in a hospital bed. I won’t tell you how difficult it was to see my once proud father have trouble just getting out of bed. I also won’t tell you how it wasn’t cancer that killed my dad…it was the treatment that, in the end, got him. We need to find a better way of treating and battling cancer. Chemo is toxic and kills not only cancer cells but healthy cells as well. Through research, we may one day win this fight. If I can help prevent one family from having to experience the pain and degradation my family went through, then my father’s fight to live was worthwhile. And the fight that was his is now mine. I gladly accept this challenge.”
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Rhode Island’s 7th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
To view photos from the event, click here!
Saturday, June 16, 2018, 10 AM
Warwick City Park
Asylum Road (or Steven O’Connor Blvd.)
Warwick, Rhode Island 02889
Unable to Attend? Here are other ways to get involved:
FUNDRAISE: Start a fundraiser or donate to one. Click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
Thank you, Silver Sponsors:
Thank you, In-Kind Donors:
WEEI 93.7
Launch RI
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1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run: Arvada, Colorado
To view photos from the event, click here!
Saturday, June 16, 2018, 9:00 AM, PST
Memorial Park
8001 W 59th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80004
Unable to Attend? Here are other ways to get involved:
FUNDRAISE: Start a fundraiser or donate to one. Click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
Thank you, Sponsors:
ALT Fitness, Silver Sponsor
Thank you, In-Kind Donors:
Joy Parrish, Lindsey Parrish and Monica Winn, are coordinating the esophageal awareness event in Colorado.
“This fundraiser is in honor of our father/husband, Roy Ivan Parrish, who passed away from Stage IV Esophageal Cancer on July 20th, 2014.
Our father began to experience symptoms of a cold in the spring of 2013. It seemed like a common cold, but he could not kick the side effects. His primary doctor decided to do some blood work and that is when the results showed we were dealing with more than just a cold.
Our father had suffered from GERD for many years and this had turned into Barrett’s esophagus. However, he was diligent in his checkups and always went in for his scopes in a timely manner. By the time blood work came back, he was diagnosed with Stage IV esophageal cancer in June 2013. The doctors said the cancer was aggressive and it grew very fast. We had another year of life with our father, but it was a tough one. As anyone knows that has experienced medical trials, there were a lot of ups and downs.
We wanted to find a way to help with researching and funding for esophageal cancer. As we began to look, there was not a lot of information or funding out there. For this event, our goal is to provide awareness of the causes of esophageal cancer, how important early detection is, and to help fund any medical advances possible.
Lastly, this is for Ivan, Texas A&M class of ‘76 alum (go Aggies!), and who was able to battle cancer without losing his great sense of humor!”
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1st Annual Craft and Vendor Show For a Cause
To view photos from the event, click here!
Saturday, June 30, 2018, 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM EST
Swanton Sports Center
610N Main Street
Swanton, OH 43558
Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/429974140799752
The “1st Annual Craft and Vendor Show For a Cause” will take place on Saturday, June 30, 2018 from 9 am – 3 pm at Swanton Sports Center, 610 N. Main St., Swanton, OH 43558.
The show will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to raise awareness, encourage early detection and fund research…in hopes of a cure.™
To donate to The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, click here.
Vendors include: Tupperware, Thirty One, Mary Kay, Lipsense, Pink Zebra, Scentsy, Gilead Candle Co., Color Street, Norwax, Initials Inc., Keep Collective, Paparazzi, Damsel in Defense, Visionary Vinyls, Younique, Usborne Books, Pampered Chef, Thoughts in Cement, With it Works, Impassible Creations, Weenie Dawgs, and lots of different craft items to be displayed.
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1st Annual Gerald Owen Alumni Hockey Game: Chesapeake, Virginia
The 1st Annual Gerald Owen Alumni Hockey Game will take place on Saturday, July 28 at 12 PM in Chesapeake, Virginia.
The fundraising event will honor the memory of Gerald “Jerry” Owen who lost his battle to Esophageal Cancer on January 23rd 2017, at the age of 25. The event will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation and will take place at the Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex in Chesapeake Virginia and the two teams playing will be “Alumni Whalers” vs the “Current Whalers” for the “Jerry Owen Memorial Cup”.
There will be food, drinks, music, games and of course, hockey! So come out and have a good time and have the chance to see some of your “old” favorite Whalers take the ice again in the Blue and Green!
For more event information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/265442690661007
To donate to their fundraising page, please visit: https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/the-gerald-owen-alumni-hockey-game
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The Organic Gallery Pop Up Art Show and Fundraiser
The Organic Gallery Pop Up Art Show and Fundraiser will take place on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at The White Butterfly Cafe in Jackson, New Jersey. The show will feature local art and photography talent. 25% of all art sales will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation in support of esophageal cancer awareness and research. There will also be live acoustic music and refreshments will be served. Please come out and support local artists and this charity! For more information, please visit the event page on Facebook and please share!
image via: The Organic Gallery
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2nd Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
To view photos from the event, click here.
Saturday, April 28, 2018, 9 AM
Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter
13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63146
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
Lead event coordinator, Stacey Wright, lost her father to esophageal cancer on April 28, 2016, less than 3 months from his diagnosis and only 5 months from when her father first began to notice symptoms.
“To say watching his demise was heartbreaking, is an understatement. I miss my Dad so much. I would give anything to have him here with me today. The reality though, is that I can’t have Dad back. I had to find a way to redirect my sadness and anger, and at the same time, to do right by him. I decided to coordinate a “walkathon” to support this cause, to raise awareness and to honor the best man I have ever known.
I am extremely excited and hope to see you at the walk in April! If you are unable to attend but would consider making a monetary donation, I would be most appreciative and grateful. If this event can provide awareness or result in an early detection for just one person, then this walk will be an absolute, complete success!!!”
To read more of Stacey’s story, please click here.
The event aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
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Michelle’s Virtual Running Streak 2018 for Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
To visit the Crowdrise page, please click here.
Michelle M. hosted a running streak throughout the month of April, 2018 to raise awareness and funding for advocacy and research. Michelle lost her father to esophageal cancer in June, 2016.
“I love to run and have been an avid runner since high school. Running helps to keep me centered. From the time of [my father’s] diagnosis to the time that he passed away, it was only 3 months. When he had trouble swallowing at Thanksgiving dinner 3 months before his diagnosis, we thought it was a residual effect of a previous stroke he had. We knew nothing about esophageal cancer.
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month. The great people at the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, based out of Rhode Island, have provided such wonderful support through this process. Therefore, for the month of April, I will be going on a “running streak” to raise money for esophageal cancer research and to raise awareness for esophageal cancer.
A “running streak” typically consists of running at least 1 mile a day for a certain amount of time. I will run every day of April with a goal of 100 miles by the end of the month. I am going to match each mile with a $1 donation to the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. In addition to raising money, I am also going to raise awareness of esophageal cancer. I will be providing facts regarding esophageal cancer throughout the month. We only had 3 months from the time of diagnosis. With more awareness and earlier diagnosis, I am hopeful that others will have more time with their loved ones.
Please join me on this journey. Whether it’s matching each mile with me (running or through donations), a one-time donation, or words of encouragement and support, any and all efforts are very much appreciated. Thank you so much and please follow my fundraising page on Facebook as I log my miles and provide information regarding esophageal cancer.”
To read more about Michelle’s story and to donate to her fundraiser, please click here.
To visit and like Michelle’s Running Streak 2018 Official Facebook page, please click here.
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2017 Events:
Westford, MA: Second Annual Brian Blood Memorial Golf Tournament
Monday, September 25th, 2017
Butter Brook Golf Club
157 Carlisle Road
Westford, MA 01886
This event is in honor of Brian Blood, who passed away after a short but courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Prior to his passing, his family promised him they would hold an annual golf tournament in his honor, with the goal of raising money for esophageal cancer awareness and research. Last year was a huge success! Over $12,500 was raised for esophageal cancer research.
Join the event as a sponsor and/or participant. Your involvement will help play a critical role in promoting awareness to the fastest growing cancer in the United States! The organizers are anticipating a highly successful and well-attended event. There are various levels of sponsorship’s available. Click here for the sponsor package form.
Thank you!
New Haven, CT: Cruise Night in Remembrance of Lew “Big Lew” Maturo
Annex Young Men’s Association Club
Tuesday, July 18th 5-9 PM
554 Woodward Avenue
New Haven, CT
There’s no cost to go or bring a car. T-shirts will be for sale to help raise money. There will be Berkshire Brew Co. on draft and Shoreline Prime Food Truck will be serving great food. Please bring your vehicle or come by for a pint and bite. Hopefully this is the start of many great shows and meets to support and remember all who’ve battled esophageal cancer or cancer in any form!
Chicago, IL: Kendra Scott Southport
20% of all sales to benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation
Saturday, August 5th, from 1-3PM
3426 N. Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60657
(708)-669-0230
For those who don’t live in the area or who can’t make it, phone orders can be placed from Wednesday, August 2nd, through the event on Saturday to benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation.
Pawtucket, RI: Pawtucket Red Sox ‘Paws For a Cause’
Friday, July 7, 2017, 7:05 PM
Pawtucket Red Sox
1 Columbus Ave
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Tickets are $10, half of all ticket sales from our unique link will go directly to The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation.
View event photos, visit: Facebook.com/SalgiFoundation
Rhode Island’s 6th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 17, 2017, 10 AM
Warwick City Park
Asylum Road (or Steven O’Connor Blvd.)
Warwick, Rhode Island 02889
Register: SalgiWalkRun2017.eventbrite.com
The event aims to raise awareness and funding for esophageal cancer advocacy and research.
Sign up today! Tickets: $20 in advance or $25 day of. Bring your family, friends, co-workers and your dogs, too! Children 12 and under & dogs admitted FREE!* Register in advance! Looking to make an even bigger impact? When you register, you will be asked if you’d like to make a custom fundraising page. Register as an individual or create/join a team. Click here to sign-up!
Unable to Attend? Here are other ways to get involved:
FUNDRAISE: Start a fundraiser or donate to one. Click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
VOLUNTEER: Fill out our event Volunteer form by clicking here.
SPONSOR: Learn about sponsorship opportunities! Click here.
IN-KIND: Donate products to support guests and volunteers. Click here.
Thank you Sponsors!
Periwinkle Sponsor: General Dynamics Electric Boat
Silver Sponsor: Balise Toyota of Warwick
Thank you In-Kind Donors!
1st Annual Billy Bob Trot- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research
Sunday, April 30, 2017, 9 AM
Creve Coeur Park – Tremayne Shelter
13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63146
Register: BillyBobTrotSalgi.eventbrite.com
The event aims to spread awareness of esophageal cancer while raising money for advocacy and esophageal research funding.
Lead event coordinator, Stacey Wright, lost her father to esophageal cancer on April 28, 2016, less than 3 months from his diagnosis and only 5 months from when her father first began to notice symptoms.
“To say watching his demise was heartbreaking, is an understatement. I miss my Dad so much. I would give anything to have him here with me today. The reality though, is that I can’t have Dad back. I had to find a way to redirect my sadness and anger, and at the same time, to do right by him. I decided to coordinate a “walkathon” to support this cause, to raise awareness and to honor the best man I have ever known.
I am extremely excited and hope to see you at the walk in April! If you are unable to attend but would consider making a monetary donation, I would be most appreciative and grateful. If this event can provide awareness or result in an early detection for just one person, then this walk will be an absolute, complete success!!!”
To read more of Stacey’s story, please click here.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Sign up today! Tickets: $20 in advance or $25 day of. Bring your family, friends, co-workers and your dogs, too! Children 12 and under & dogs admitted FREE!* Looking to make an even bigger impact? When you register, you will be asked if you’d like to make a custom fundraising page. Register as an individual or create/join a team. Click here to sign-up!
Unable to Attend?
Here are other ways to get involved:
FUNDRAISE: Start a fundraiser or donate to one. Click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
VOLUNTEER: Fill out our event Volunteer form by clicking here.
SPONSOR: Learn about sponsorship opportunities! Click here.
IN-KIND: Donate products to support guests and volunteers. Click here.
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Thank you, in-kind donors!
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Rhode Island’s 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run -Saturday, June 18, 2016!
The 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run was held on Saturday June 18, 2016, 10 AM at Warwick City Park in Warwick, Rhode Island. The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation would like to thank all of the walkers, runners, sponsors, volunteers and donors who helped to make this year’s event such a great success! We look forward to more events in the future to further this mission in support of awareness, early detection and research funding for esophageal cancer!
Click here to view photos!
Thank You Sponsors!
Periwinkle Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
Thank You In-Kind Donors!
Jersey Mike’s Subs | Wholesome! | Svelte | Zevia | Shaw’s
Enjoy Life Foods | Perfect Bar | BJs | Glutino | Lifeway | PriceRite | Pepsi
Kimberli Photography | WEEI-FM 103.7 | Dave and Busters
In order for the annual events to continue to be even bigger successes than previous years, we need your help! Like and share The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation’s Facebook page and invite all of your friends and family members to do the same! Then you can easily help raise awareness of esophageal cancer and share important new developments and research news. By spreading this message on all of your social media pages you will be helping to reach a much larger audience. The more people know about esophageal cancer, the more lives can be saved. Whether you walk, run, volunteer, sponsor or donate, your support will directly impact this life-saving mission! Thank you!
Are you interested in organizing an Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run or other fundraiser/event in your area?
Contact us today! Click here.
4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run!
Click here to view photos!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
J Albanese Construction Co. Inc.
THANK YOU TO OUR IN-KIND DONORS:
Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run in Maine, 2015
Saturday, June 20, 2015, 9 AM
Register Today! Tickets are $20 and guests can register online by June 1st
All pre-paid registrants will receive a t-shirt on the day of the event! Walkers/runners are asked to meet at the Rail Trail in Augusta, (the Water Street entrance under the large bridge.)
The event is in conjunction with the 4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run in Rhode Island. Jessica Tarr will host the event in Maine to benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. Both events aim to raise awareness and funding for esophageal cancer advocacy and research.
To register, please visit: http://salgiwalkrun2015.eventbrite.com
3rd Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run!
Click here to view photos!
Saturday, June 14, 9 AM
Warwick City Park- Rhode Island
Do you have a picture from the event? We’d love to see it!
Share it on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, too!
4th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday June 20, 2015
Warwick City Park
Swanson, OH’s 2nd Annual Craft & Vendor Show For a Cause
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Swanton Sports Center
610 N Main St Swanton, OH 43558
Click here for the event flyer!
The show will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to raise awareness, encourage early detection and fund research…in hopes of a cure.™
If you are unable to attend the 2nd Annual Craft & Vendor Show For a Cause but would still like to make a one-time or recurring, tax-deductible donation to help raise funding for this mission, visit: SALGI.org/donate
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Warwick, Rhode Island’s 9th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 20, 2020, 10 AM
Warwick City Park
Steven O’Connor Blvd., Warwick, RI
(Formerly Asylum Road)
Register today! Click here!
Tickets are $20 in advance by Friday, June 19, 2020 at 12:00 PM EST. Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!* $25 day of the event. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Event t-shirts available for pre-registered, paid guests by Thursday, May 28, 2020, 12:00 PM EST!
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
VOLUNTEER: To volunteer at the event, please click here.
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Arvada, Colorado’s 3rd Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run
Saturday, June 20, 2020, 9 AM MDT
Memorial Park
8001 W 59th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80004
Tickets are $20 in advance by Thursday, June 18, 2020, 12:00 PM MDT. T-shirts will be available for paid guests who register by June 1, 2020, 2:00 PM MDT! Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted the day of the event. Bring your family, friends, co-workers and dogs, too! Memorial Park is pet friendly! Children 12 and under are admitted FREE!*
REGISTER: To register, please click here.
DONATE: Make a tax-deductible donation, click here.
FUNDRAISE: To create a fundraising page or donate, click here.
IN-KIND: To make an in-kind donation, please click here.
SPONSOR: To become an official event sponsor, please click here.
VOLUNTEER: To volunteer for the event, please click here.
Joy, Monica and Lindsey’s Story: “This fundraiser is in honor of our father/husband, Roy Ivan Parrish, who passed away from Stage IV Esophageal Cancer on July 20th, 2014.
Our father began to experience symptoms of a cold in the spring of 2013. It seemed like a common cold, but he could not kick the side effects. His primary doctor decided to do some blood work and that is when the results showed we were dealing with more than just a cold.
Our father had suffered from GERD for many years and this had turned into Barrett’s esophagus. However, he was diligent in his checkups and always went in for his scopes in a timely manner. By the time blood work came back, he was diagnosed with Stage IV esophageal cancer in June 2013. The doctors said the cancer was aggressive and it grew very fast. We had another year of life with our father, but it was a tough one. As anyone knows that has experienced medical trials, there were a lot of ups and downs.
We wanted to find a way to help with researching and funding for esophageal cancer. As we began to look, there was not a lot of information or funding out there. For this event, our goal is to provide awareness of the causes of esophageal cancer, how important early detection is, and to help fund any medical advances possible.
Lastly, this is for Ivan, Texas A&M class of ‘76 alum (go Aggies!), and who was able to battle cancer without losing his great sense of humor!”
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation 