More than 1,500 people gathered in Palm Coast for the annual Pink Army 5K and one-mile pet-friendly walk, marking the event’s largest turnout to date. The gathering included over 950 registered runners and walkers. Organized by the AdventHealth Palm Coast Foundation in collaboration with the City of Palm Coast, the event is part of a series of more than 20 local fundraisers supporting breast cancer care services in Flagler County.
Proceeds from the Pink Army 5K remain within Flagler County, helping eligible individuals access early detection screenings, educational resources, and diagnostic testing related to cancer. Last year’s event raised $82,000, and initial estimates suggest this year’s fundraising may surpass that amount.
John Subers, executive director of the AdventHealth Palm Coast Foundation, commented on the significance of community participation: “When you see hundreds of people moving together in pink, it’s not just a race,” Subers said. “It’s a visible show of solidarity and proof that our community won’t face cancer alone.”
Regan Hansen, a recent breast cancer survivor from Palm Coast who received treatment at the Freytag Cancer Center at AdventHealth Palm Coast, served as this year’s race starter. She described her experience after completing treatment: “It was kind of like taking a breath of fresh air,” Hansen said. “You realize you’re not just done with treatment — you’re part of a community that helped you get here. You don’t have to go through this alone.”
Hansen emphasized the importance of early detection after discovering her cancer at stage one during routine screening. “Listen to your body and don’t put off your screenings,” she said. “It doesn’t have to be a death sentence. The sooner you come in, the sooner you can begin your healing.”
The Pink Army 5K highlights AdventHealth’s not-for-profit mission in Flagler County by expanding access to care regardless of cost, transportation needs or insurance status through philanthropic support and partnerships.
AdventHealth Orlando is located in Orlando, Florida and was founded in 1908. Terry Shaw currently serves as its president. The hospital includes a pediatric ward and functions as a training hospital.
For participants like Hansen and many others, these efforts provide more than medical assistance—they offer hope and community support.
