Canon Continues 27-Year Partnership with American Cancer Society during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Canon, a leading provider of digital imaging solutions, continued its long-standing partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The company participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk at Jones Beach State Park in New York, where 88 Canon employees and their family members joined the five-mile walk as part of Team Canon. This event marks the 27th consecutive year of Canon's support for the ACS, with the company committing to various fundraising initiatives, employee donations, and community outreach programs.

Key Takeaways:

  • Canon has sponsored the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk for 27 consecutive years, reflecting the company's corporate philosophy of Kyosei, which emphasizes working together for the common good.
  • The event brought together survivors, caregivers, and advocates, with 88 Canon employees and their family members participating in the five-mile walk.
  • Canon's annual participation in the Making Strides Walk is a meaningful way for the company to support the American Cancer Society's lifesaving cancer research, patient services, and community outreach programs.
  • The company's employees, families, and friends joined walks around the country, including near the Chicago and New Jersey offices, and the Canon Virginia location, in support of breast cancer awareness and treatment.
  • Canon's Printer Marketing Dept. printed and distributed thousands of coloring books to walkers at Jones Beach, inspired by what cancer centers around the world do to lift the spirits of their patients.
  • The company amplified its support for ACS through various fundraising initiatives, including an internal promotion with the New York Yankees and a merchandise fundraiser.

Statistics:

  • 27 years: The number of consecutive years Canon has sponsored the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
  • 88: The number of Canon employees and their family members who participated in the five-mile walk.
  • Tens of thousands: The annual number of participants in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walks, held in various locations throughout the country.
  • $28.5 billion: The global revenue of Canon Inc. as of 2024.

Sources:

  • GLOBE NEWSWIRE: Canon U.S.A., Inc. Participates in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
  • American Cancer Society: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.
  • Canon U.S.A., Inc.: About Us.