Steps for Strength: Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS)

🚫 Important Update

Please Note After careful consideration we have decided to regrettably cancel this years Steps for Strength event scheduled for 5/2/2026.

🏃‍♀️ Race Information

Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS) is hosting its second annual Steps for Strength 5K at Campbell Park in Campbell, CA. The event kicks off at 8:30 a.m. with a health resource fair, followed by the 5K walk/run at 9:00 a.m. The 3.1-mile loop course is flat and scenic, winding through Campbell Park. Water stations will be available at the start/finish line and halfway point, with public restrooms at the finish. This 5K event will be a professionally timed race.

👪 Family-Friendly Features

This family-friendly event features a playground, music, a food truck, face painting, and more fun activities for kids. After the race, enjoy participant medals, the health resource fair, and snacks. All proceeds benefit BAYS and its free programs for young breast cancer survivors.

💬 About BAYS

Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting young breast cancer survivors under 45 in the San Francisco Bay Area by providing emotional support and resources for life during and after cancer. Funds raised will help fund free programming offered to members such as: support groups, educational workshops, community meetups, and emergency financial assistance.

ℹ️ More Information

• Create a Team: Create a TEAM with friends, family, or colleagues, or register as an individual to participate in-person or virtually!
• Set a Fundraising Goal: Set a fundraising goal and help BAYS by encouraging your community to sponsor your run—or your team’s run.
• Raise Awareness: Together, we can raise awareness and support for young adults with breast cancer in the Bay Area. Help spread the word about BAYS and the vital services we offer to those in need.
• Can’t Attend? Can’t Attend the Steps for Strength on May 2, 2026? You can still make a difference by making a donation to BAYS! Click the yellow "Donate" tab at the top to contribute. Any donation, big or small, will be greatly appreciated and go a long way in helping us continue to offer free services to our young breast cancer members.

🙋 Volunteer Sign Up

Interested in Volunteering? We have a variety of roles and skillsets needed for this exciting event! To sign up, use the link in the header.

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in Sponsoring? Become a sponsor and make a lasting impact at this incredible event! We offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities for your business or organization. Your support will directly benefit Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS) and help provide essential resources for young adults with breast cancer in our community.

• To Sponsor: To sponsor, head to the Sponsors tab in the header, complete our or email us at runwithbays@bayareayoungsurvivors.org
• Learn More: To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to us. We’d love to discuss how we can collaborate for a great cause!

For more details, visit the [race page](https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Campbell/StepsForStrengthBAYSRun?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB).