Alison's Allies is a nonprofit team founded in 2010 by breast cancer survivor Alison Banikowski, driven by a simple belief: no one should face breast cancer without support. What began as a personal mission to "pay it forward" has grown into a powerful community force, raising over $340,000 for breast cancer screening, care, and research — with a dedicated focus on health equity. Through our annual Walk for Breast Cancer and year-round fundraising efforts, we partner with the University of Kansas Cancer Center and the Masonic Cancer Alliance to fund life-changing projects in the Heartland. Whether you walk with us, donate, or cheer us on, you are part of something bigger — together, we are a force for good.
Hotels Near This Race
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Olathe, KS.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
