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SUMMARY:BOP Kids Walk for Kids with Cancer 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18\, 2026 in Central Park\nRegister Now!\nJoin
  Us in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer\nBand of Parents proudly present
 s the BOP Kids Walk for Kids with Cancer\, returning to Central Park for i
 ts second year. Originally founded in 2001 by neuroblastoma warrior Simon 
 Vangel and his sister Sophie\, the Kids Walk grew into New York’s larges
 t pediatric cancer event—until it was paused by the pandemic. In 2025\, 
 Simon and his family teamed up with Band of Parents to reignite this power
 ful tradition. Together\, we walk to raise awareness\, fund research\, and
  stand with children and families facing cancer.\nWhy We Walk\nBOP Kids Wa
 lk proceeds will fund critical neuroblastoma research at Memorial Sloan Ke
 ttering Cancer Center (MSKCC). Despite advancements\, pediatric cancer rem
 ains underfunded\, with less than 8% of the National Cancer Institute's bu
 dget dedicated to childhood cancer research. Your participation funds life
 -saving treatments and helps find cures for the youngest cancer fighters.\
 nA Day for Families\nBOP Kids Walk for Kids with Cancer is designed for pa
 rticipants of all ages\, offering a fun and meaningful way for families to
  support children battling cancer. Walk to honor a loved one\, raise aware
 ness\, or simply spend a family-friendly day in the park. Snacks and refre
 shments will be provided throughout the day.\nFor questions or sponsorship
  opportunities\, contact: Kim Roginski\, BOP Development Director - kim@b
 andofparents.org
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