Organizers of the annual Walk to Bust Cancer, scheduled for Oct. 18 in Fort Hunt Park, have announced the postponement of the walk due to the government shutdown.
A release by the Alexandria-based National Breast Center Foundation, organizers of the walk, said “We are extremely disappointed to share that we must officially postpone the 10th annual Walk to Bust Cancer due to the continued federal government shutdown. With Fort Hunt Park still closed and the National Park Service scheduling system offline we are currently unable to secure a backup date.”
The release went on to say that a new date will be scheduled as soon as one is available, likely sometime in November.
“This is not the news any of us hoped for,” the statement continued. “We know how deeply meaningful this event is to honor loved ones, support survivors and rally together in hope. Postponing the walk is a difficult but necessary decision rooted in safety, logistics and respect for all participants, volunteers and supporters.”
Organizers stressed that the walk is not canceled, just delayed.
“As soon as the National Park Service reopens the scheduling system we will work to secure a new date and announce it immediately,” said a walk representative. “Here's what you can still do today: keep fundraising, registering and cheering on your team at www.walktobustcancer.org because our fight doesn't stop even when the schedule does. Thank you for your cooperation, your resilience and your unwavering belief in this cause. Together we will walk and together we will bust cancer.”
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“As soon as the National Park Service reopens the scheduling system we will work to secure a new date and announce it immediately.”
— Walk to Bust Cancer organizers