Since the Walk to Fight Breast Cancer began in 1994, more than 5,000 residents have received mammograms and other diagnostic procedures through the Walk Fund. Thousands more have been educated about the importance of getting annual mammograms. Undoubtedly, the Walk to Fight Breast Cancer has helped provide early detection of breast cancer for many Alexandria women, whose lives were saved because of the this program. Former City Manager Vola Lawson is still here to share her own story as a breast cancer survivor, serves as chair of the Walk, and her legacy lives on through the lives of these women.