Cheryl Diamond NYC 5K Cancer Schlep Run/Walk
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Cheryl Diamond NYC 5K Cancer Schlep Run/Walk
The Cheryl Diamond NYC 5K Cancer Schlep Run/Walk is a charity 5-kilometer run and walk held in Central Park at the Naumburg Bandshell along Terrace Drive. The course is a 5K route in Central Park with park entrances near West 72nd Street and Central Park West, and East 72nd Street and 5th Avenue. The listed address for mapping is 307 The Mall, New York, NY 10019.
The event brings together hundreds of participants from the county, with ages reported from 5 to 90 years old, to raise awareness and support for cancers linked to BRCA mutations. Beneficiaries include global research studies on breast and ovarian cancer and the BRCA Multidisciplinary Clinic at Rabin’s Davidoff Center. The event also supports awareness of BRCA genetic screening and research involving BRCA mutation carriers.
Race operations note that bib pickup occurs at the Bandshell prior to the event and that participants must know their bib number or use a self lookup process if needed. Results and same-day finish-line photos are provided electronically. Awards are presented to top male and female finishers overall and in age-group categories including 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 plus. Registration was not yet open at the time of posting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
