On Thursday, August 27, our community will come together at The Ora to officially kick off the 2026 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer season! Breast cancer touches nearly every family and community – 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. But there is hope, and together, we can help create more of it. Join survivors, thrivers, supporters, local businesses, and community leaders for an inspiring evening celebrating the people at the heart of the nation’s largest breast cancer movement. Hear powerful stories, connect with others passionate about making a difference, and discover how you can help fund lifesaving breast cancer research and critical patient support. Whether breast cancer has touched your life personally or you simply want to make an impact in Sarasota and Manatee, there’s a place for you in this movement. The celebration is free to attend – all you need to do is RSVP!

RSVP for the 2026 Kickoff Celebration