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2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Top Fundraisers

2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Celebration of Champions

The 2025 Susan G. Komen Dallas 3-Day® was a success, thanks in large part to our top fundraisers. This year,  800 walkers and crew raised $2.1 million for breast cancer research, community health, patient care and advocacy.  

At our Celebration of Champions, made possible by our national presenting sponsor Bank of America, we honored the individuals and teams whose dedication was next-level. This year, Bank of America donated over $33,000 to help our top fundraisers get a head start on their 2026 3-Day fundraising goals. 

From first-time walkers to veterans, these incredible participants showed the enthusiasm, commitment and heart that makes the 3-Day so inspirational. 

Patricia A. was honored as Top Crew Fundraiser, raising more than $20,000 – a dedication that showcases the commitment our crew members bring to the 3-Day, both on and off the 60-mile journey. 

2025 Top Crew Fundraiser at the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day.

Members of the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Youth Corps were an awesome support to our walkers throughout the 3-Day weekend, which included some rain and scheduling changes. They did a tremendous job fundraising, too. Ethan S. was the top Youth Corps Fundraiser, raising $1,900 for the 3-Day!  

Members of the 2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Youth Corps

The Top Fundraising Crew Team was Sweep and Shuttle, led by captain, Sandra J. Together they raised over $40,000 dollars.  

2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Top Fundraising Crew Team was the Sweep & Shuttle team.

First-time walker Eliza Z. was named Rookie of the Year!. She raised over $6,000 for her very first time in the Pink Bubble. Way to go, Eliza! 

2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Rookie of the Year

Our Top Individual 3-Day Fundraisers led the pack, showcasing their unwavering commitment in the fight to end breast cancer by raising an extraordinary amount for Susan G. Komen®. This year, our #3 fundraiser was Sharon S., our #2 fundraiser was Laura P. and our #1 top fundraiser was Mary Ann I., who raised over $71,000. 

2025 Top Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Fundraisers

We also had some powerhouse fundraising teams in Dallas/Fort Worth.  Our #3 fundraising team was Miles for a Cure, led by fearless captains, Laura P. and Mary Ann I. Coming in second place was Pink Soles in Motion, led by captains Patti R., Trish A. and Brooke K.  

Miles for a Cure at the 2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day's Celebration of Champions

The #1 Top Fundraising team was STEPS, led by captains Sheryl C. and Dana B. STEPS raised over $184,000!  

Team STEPS at the 2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Celebration of Champions

  Miles for a Cure also received the Small but Mighty Award, which is awarded to the 3-Day team with 10 members or less who prove that heart, hustle and determination matter way more than size. Together, they raised over $126,000! 

2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Small but Mighty Team

STEPS and Pink Soles in Motion also achieved incredible milestones at the 3-Day. STEPS crossed the $2 million fundraising milestone and Pink Soles in Motion hit a mind-blowing $3 million raised for Komen. Huge kudos to both extraordinary teams! 

Pink Soles in Motion at the 2025 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day.

We are so grateful to all our incredible fundraisers and supporters who made the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day a huge success! 

Dallas/Fort Worth Milestone Award Winner: Kriste R.

Kriste R. receiving the Milestone Award at the 2025 Dallas/Fort Worth Celebration of Champions.

At this season’s Susan G. Komen Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day®, Kriste R. was honored with the 2025 Milestone Award, recognizing her many years of fundraising, walking and commitment to the Pink Bubble community. 

The Milestone Award celebrates legendary 3-Day participants who demonstrate unwavering dedication to raising game-changing funds in support of Komen’s vision to end breast cancer forever.  

Kriste’s story is one of courage and perseverance. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006 while eight months pregnant with her son. Since then, she has participated in the 3-Day 10 times and raised more than $175,000. 

She received her award during the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Celebration of Champions ceremony, where her best friend and teammate, Kennita, delivered a heartwarming speech. 

“Kriste is the strongest person I know. She faced every challenge with courage, grace and a smile that never faded. She didn’t just survive—she inspired,” Kennita shared. 

Kriste’s commitment to the 3-Day is rooted in personal loss and family history.  

“I have lost my father and sister, who were both carriers of the BRCA2 gene mutation. I walk in memory of them,” Kriste shared. “I’ve learned from the Pink Bubble community that no one wants to be a part of the breast cancer community, but everyone has to be until we find the cures.” 

Her fierce determination is nothing short of extraordinary. Just two years ago, Kriste walked the 3-Day with a broken back, undergoing surgery less than a week later— a true testament to her unstoppable grit.

Congratulations, Kriste! Your strength and dedication continue to inspire us all. 

A Preview of the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Route

 

Two men in pink cowboy hats at the 2024 Dallas/Fort Worth Komen 3-Day

We are so excited to continue the 2025 Susan G. Komen 3-Day® in just a few days, when the Pink Bubble descends on Dallas/Fort Worth! The 60-mile journey ahead promises not only community and inspiration, but also beautiful city sights, charming neighborhoods and Texas-sized fun.  

Day 1 

The 3-Day kicks off bright and early in the Lone Star State with the inspiring Opening Ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Dallas, right in the heart of downtown. Then walkers will head out on the route, where the adrenaline and excitement of the Pink Bubble will fuel the first leg of the 60-mile walk. You’ll head east through the Government District, an area known for Dallas’s civic buildings and historic monuments. The route leads into Deep Ellum, a vibrant Dallas neighborhood celebrated for the live music that fills the streets and its eclectic restaurants.  

You’ll pass Tudor-style homes as you walk through the Hollywood/Santa Monica neighborhood of east Dallas. Along the route, you’ll also see beloved local landmarks like the giant 30-foot eyeball sculpture and the striking red Pegasus.  

Giant eyeball sculpture at the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day

Back at the hotel, you’ll be welcomed with Bank of America’s massage chairs, a well-deserved dinner and the exciting Celebration of Champions.  

Day 2 

Before heading out for a second day of walking and exploring, be sure to grab a bite to eat for breakfast at the hotel. Then, get ready for a fun bus ride to the beautiful city of Fort Worth. Walkers will stroll through the serene Fort Worth Water Gardens, located in downtown Fort Worth and known for its tranquil pools and fountains. You’ll visit the JFK Tribute, a bronze sculpture honoring President John F. Kennedy and nearby, Veteran’s Memorial Park, dedicated to the heroes of World Wars I and II.  

Back at the 3-Day camp (hotel), you’ll have time to rest and eat before attending the heartfelt Honor Ceremony where we will recognize and share stories of those impacted by breast cancer. 

Fort Worth Gardens at the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day

Day 3 

As the sun rises on your final day, you’ll lace up your shoes one more time for the last push of the 60-mile journey. The route begins from the hotel and will take walkers on another day full of exploration.  Walkers will get to see Turtle Creek Park, a true gem in the heart of city enjoyed by residents and visitors alike, and the Dallas Museum of Art, which is one of the largest art museums in the country. You will see many much more of Dallas’s most scenic and inspiring spots before you reach the Finish Line Festival, where the community will be there waiting to cheer you on. 

There are so many more special places waiting along the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day route. Whether it’s your first walk with the Pink Bubble, or your 10th, we know this experience will fill your heart and we can’t wait to see you there. 

Two women jumping for joy at the 222024 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day