On Sunday, April 26, after completing the final 13.1 miles, participants joined family and friends to celebrate their achievement at the closing ceremony at Stude Park where the new grants were awarded. A special tent, Lounge 39, also allowed participants to relax. New elements to the campgrounds included a temporary tattoo parlor, assorted games, and nightly entertainment. They spent Saturday night at Rice University's Basecamp 39, which featured pink two-person tents, hot showers, meals, and entertainment. Participants then walked 26.2 miles through the Houston area, supported by an all-volunteer crew and cheered on by supporters. During the opening ceremony, participants received woven ribbon wristbands, called connection bands, to showcase who they are walking for. with an inspirational opening ceremony at Stude Park. ![]() Johnson Hospital in Houston.ĪVON 39 The Walk to End Breast Cancer Houston began on Saturday, April 25 at 6:30 a.m. Anderson Cancer Center received a $100,000 grant to support Breast Cancer Nurse Navigators at Harris Health System's Lyndon B.
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