After 21 years of the Susan G. Komen 3-Day®, we’re looking back at 2024 with tremendous joy and gratitude. This year, the Pink Bubble gathered in four cities, boasting a total of 3,900 walkers and 970 crew members who raised a staggering $13.2 million in the fight against breast cancer. For the very first time, walkers could partake in 20, 40 or 60 miles in each city where we made incredible connections, remembered those we walk for at the Honor Ceremony, and celebrated our momentous achievement at the Finish Line Festival. It is because of you that 2024 has taken us a step closer to finding the cures for breast cancer.
First and foremost, we would like to thank each and every one of you who joined us as a walker, crew, volunteer, or supporter. With each step, donation or hours crewed, you have provided critical funding for research, care, and advocacy so that we lose less of the people we love to breast cancer. We would also like to thank our National Presenting Sponsor Bank of America who awarded our top fundraisers and raffle winners with over $33,000 for their 2025 fundraising! Lastly, thank you to our National Series Sponsors XPO, Walgreens, Mohawk, and Nature’s Bounty for showing up in our fight. From transporting those incredible massage chairs, to offering soft cushions to sit on at lunch and incredible giveaways at Finish Line Festival, everyone at the Komen 3-Day is grateful for your support.
That being said, let’s recount the incredible 2024 3-Day® season hosted by the lovely Cati Diamond Stone, Beverly Kruse and Lori Maris!
New England
We kicked off the 2024 3-Day season on August 23rd in historic Boston where 800 walkers and 190 crew members of the Pink Bubble gathered to participate in the momentous event! Together, the walkers and crew raised a total of $2.3 million in the campaign against breast cancer. Walkers spent three days enjoying sunshine along the Boston route, experiencing historic sites, beautiful suburbs, and unique landmarks that make the city so special. We honored our New England 3-Day Top Fundraisers and celebrated our Crew Impact Award winners and Milestone Award winner for their incredible achievements and contributions to the breast cancer cause. Bank of America hosted a raffle to reward five randomly selected participants with a $250 donation for their 2025 fundraising efforts!
For a more in-depth recap of the 2024 New England 3-Day, click here.
Denver
From the coast to the mountains, the 3-Day made its way to the Mile High City for September 27–29, where the Pink Bubble collectively raised $2.3 million in the name of breast cancer treatment and essential services. 700 walkers and 220 crew came together to experience the scenic Denver route with a day in Boulder. In Boulder, walkers got to experience a never-before-seen route through the beautiful city with unbelievable views of the Rocky Mountains.
Take a deeper look into our return to Denver here and learn more about our Top Fundraisers, Crew Impact Award winner, and Milestone Award winner.
Dallas/Fort Worth
Next up, the Pink Bubble headed down south to the Lone Star State on November 1–3 to paint Dallas/Fort Worth pink! Together, 625 walkers and 220 crew raised a total of $2.2 million for breast cancer research, community health, patient care and advocacy. Through rain and shine on the route, our courageous walkers persisted with smiles on their faces and passion in their hearts. We also took a moment to recognize long-time 3-Day walkers Ralph and George, who hung up their walking shoes this year after many years with the 3-Day. In the days following the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day, Ralph passed away and the Pink Bubble will continue to honor and celebrate his life.
We celebrated the incredible Top Fundraisers including our Top Fundraising Team, STEPS, whose 84 members contributed an astounding $170,000 to the breast cancer cause. Get to know our inspiring Crew Impact Award and Milestone Award winners, and dive deeper into the memorable weekend at the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day.
San Diego
We wrapped up the 2024 3-Day season in San Diego on November 15–17, where 1,850 walkers and 340 crew members raised $6.4 million! We were joined by an outpouring of community support along the San Diego route by the San Diego Police Department, local businesses, high school cheerleaders, and more! We spent Friday evening celebrating our Top Fundraisers, Crew Impact Award winner, and Milestone Award winner before Bank of America raffled off a $250 donation to five more participants for their 2025 fundraising efforts!
36 participants were adorned with gold lanyards after participating in the 3-Day in all four cities this year! Those who could be spotted wearing their well-earned swag were Melissa M., Julie J., Jeannie A., Leslie T., Carolyn P., Karin E., Nancy S., Kathryn L., Carol B., Kathy H., Susan T., Beth N., Glen D., Peggy P., Karen R., Jim H., Nancy M., Janet S., Kat C., Kris D., Jennifer S., Suzanne S., Mary C., Barbara B., Patricia A., Rob I., Stephen Y., Brooke K., Karen S.-N., Marilyn F.-S., Davida T., Nancy S., Daniel T., Johanna B., Andrea S., Travis S. We wrapped up the season amongst the beautiful palm trees at the Closing Ceremony and reminisced about all the incredible memories made at the San Diego 3-Day.
Thank you for making the Pink Bubble a part of your year and we look forward to seeing you again in 2025!