NewYork-Presbyterian (NYP) is proud to support Steps Against Melanoma Long Island 2026, hosted by AIM at Melanoma Foundation, the largest global melanoma-focused nonprofit organization dedicated to research, education, support, and advocacy. This inspiring community event brings together patients, survivors, caregivers, families, friends, and healthcare professionals to raise awareness and advance the fight against melanoma. 

At NYP, we are committed to increasing awareness of melanoma and the importance of early detection while providing patients and families with access to leading treatment, survivorship resources, and support services. We invite you to join us on Long Island and stop by the NYP education booth to learn how NewYork-Presbyterian, Weill Cornell Medicine, and Columbia University Irving Medical Center are advancing melanoma care through innovative research, multidisciplinary treatment, and patient-centered support.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Location: Heckscher State Park, Deer Park Pavilion, 1 Heckscher State Parkway, East Islip, NY 11730 

9:00 AM | Check-In & Pre-Walk Activities
10:00 AM | Opening Remarks
10:15 AM | 5K Fun Run/Walk Begins 

Event Activities

Participants can enjoy a variety of activities and opportunities to connect with the melanoma community, including:

• Free visual skin screenings 
• Family-friendly pre-walk activities
• Community engagement and educational resources
• Opportunities to honor survivors, support caregivers, and remember loved ones affected by melanoma
• Fundraising efforts that directly support melanoma research, patient support programs, and advocacy initiatives 

Every step is an act of hope. Together, we can help raise awareness, support groundbreaking research, and move closer to a future without melanoma. We hope to see you there!

🔗 Register today: https://support.aimatmelanoma.org/event/steps-against-melanoma-long-island-2026/e765998