Learn more about Walk in the Park
The family of Don McInnis started Walk in the Park in his memory in 2005, after he passed away from a glioblastoma in 2004. The family of Sue Anderson later joined them, with the addition of the ever popular bake sale. 2010 saw a record turnout, as friends and family of Amy Chenier Kositzke, who lost her battle with a brain tumor earlier that year, showed up to honor her memory. In 2017, the UMBTC honored Walk in the Park with the team/group John Kerry Award for our years of hard work and support of the UMBTC.
The walk serves to raise money for the advancement of brain tumor research; however, the walk is more than just a fundraiser. It's about raising awareness. It's a chance for brain tumor patients and their families to connect with others who are fighting the same battle. Walkers share stories of loss, challenge, and hope with those who can truly understand.
We walk to honor the memories of Don, Sue, Amy, and all those who have passed, and to send our strength to those facing brain tumors. With the help of our generous sponsors, walkers and donors, we continue to share hope.
The walk serves to raise money for the advancement of brain tumor research; however, the walk is more than just a fundraiser. It's about raising awareness. It's a chance for brain tumor patients and their families to connect with others who are fighting the same battle. Walkers share stories of loss, challenge, and hope with those who can truly understand.
We walk to honor the memories of Don, Sue, Amy, and all those who have passed, and to send our strength to those facing brain tumors. With the help of our generous sponsors, walkers and donors, we continue to share hope.
Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center (UMBTC)
Proceeds from this fundraising activity benefit Superior Health Foundation, and are earmarked exclusively for the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center at UP Health System – Marquette. The UMBTC provides quality patient care, conducts innovative brain tumor research, and is dedicated to patient and family education and support.
The Center’s philosophy is “Hope Starts Here.” Dr. Richard Rovin, co-founder, explains:
Hope is going to the operating room to remove a cancer. Hope is going to the lab to search for a clue that might lead to a better treatment. Hope is spending time with my patients and families, listening. The UMBTC is made up of people who Hope . . . Hope Starts Here.
Learn more at www.nmu.edu/umbtc/.
Proceeds from this fundraising activity benefit Superior Health Foundation, and are earmarked exclusively for the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center at UP Health System – Marquette. The UMBTC provides quality patient care, conducts innovative brain tumor research, and is dedicated to patient and family education and support.
The Center’s philosophy is “Hope Starts Here.” Dr. Richard Rovin, co-founder, explains:
Hope is going to the operating room to remove a cancer. Hope is going to the lab to search for a clue that might lead to a better treatment. Hope is spending time with my patients and families, listening. The UMBTC is made up of people who Hope . . . Hope Starts Here.
Learn more at www.nmu.edu/umbtc/.
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Brain Tumor Facts
Sources: The American Brain Tumor Association and The Brain Tumor Society |