OUT SHOP CANCER 2024

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 28, 2024

7th Annual Out Shop Cancer Event: Shopping, Art, and Community Come Together to Fight Breast Cancer

October marks the return of the 7th annual Out Shop Cancer event, a month-long campaign supporting breast cancer research, awareness, and support. Running from October 1 to November 3, 2024, this exciting and impactful event invites everyone to join in the fight against breast cancer by participating in a series of engaging activities designed to raise funds for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the American Cancer Society.

Event Highlights:

Main Store and Marketplace Sale & Gridwide Hunt

October 1 – 31, 2024

More than 70 stores are taking part in this dynamic shopping and hunting event. Shoppers can explore unique products, hunt for exclusive items, and contribute directly to the cause, with proceeds benefiting breast cancer research and support services.

Out Shop Cancer: A Dream of Pink Hope

October 15 – November 3, 2024

This special portion of the event features a Pop-Up Market offering convenient access to an array of items in support of the cause. Additional activities include an Art Walk, Float and Pumpkin Decorating, and a Gala with Entertainment, creating an immersive and festive atmosphere that celebrates hope and resilience in the fight against breast cancer.

A Cause Close to Our Hearts

All proceeds from the Out Shop Cancer event will directly benefit Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the American Cancer Society, organizations dedicated to advancing breast cancer research, education, and offering crucial support to survivors and caregivers.

Join us in this meaningful effort to bring hope to those affected by breast cancer while enjoying the spirit of community, creativity, and giving.

For more information about the event, including participating stores, event schedules, and how to get involved, please visit https://www.outshopcancersecondlife.com/.

About Out Shop Cancer Second Life:

Out Shop Cancer Second Life is a dedicated platform within Second Life that provides support, resources, and community for breast cancer survivors.

About Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a nationwide movement designed to unite communities in the fight against breast cancer. Funds raised help to fund innovative research, provide education, support patients and survivors, and offer crucial services to those affected by the disease.

Media Contact:

Sandie Slate (Sandie Loxingly)

Out Shop Cancer Lead 

Out Shop Cancer

Website: https://www.outshopcancersecondlife.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/outshopcancersl

Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/groups/outshopcancersl/

Primfeed: https://www.primfeed.com/out-shop-cancer

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Next, there will be a page on the Out Shop Cancer website of the Hunt hints and pics. These will also be available on the FB page.

For the Float & Pumpkin Decorating contests, there are kits available now for people to purchase for L$100 each to go ahead and get their entries in. The kits can be purchased at the Out Shop Cancer office. 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Chronotis%20Empire/201/90/23 

Last, there will be a shopping hud available at the Out Shop Cancer office beginning Tuesday, October 1. 

LM to the office: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Chronotis%20Empire/201/90/23

There will also be a shopping gallery posted on the FB page. 

Out Shop Cancer: A Dream of Pink Hope will take place on the Out Shop Cancer region that will be adjacent to the American Cancer Society region. Landmark coming soon. The build is amazing.