Paddle for the Cure

Paddle for the Cure Our mission is to create a special sisterhood of breast cancer survivors and supporters. Our on-water season is May through October.

Paddle for the Cure is a special support organization for breast cancer survivors. We offer a unique survivorship program that uses recreational dragon boat paddling to manage treatment side effects for breast cancer survivors and promotes a positive and healthy lifestyle. Organized by survivors ourselves, we paddle our way to recovery with each other and a tremendous group of supporters and padd

ling enthusiasts along our side. Off-season indoor practices are available November through April. We plan to practice weekly in the World's Fair Marina and participate in Dragon Boat races along the East Coast. Our team events are open to all and they promote a healthy lifestyle, a way of getting life and movement back through emotional support, team spirit, and exercise. Donations and tickets at our fundraisers and events are 100% tax-deductible as we are a 501 (c) non-profit organization.

🎟️ REGISTER NOW!✨ Join Us for the Grand Finale of National Cancer Survivors Month! ✨Paddle for the Cure NYC in Partnersh...
06/11/2026

🎟️ REGISTER NOW!

✨ Join Us for the Grand Finale of National Cancer Survivors Month! ✨

Paddle for the Cure NYC in Partnership with BMCC

📅 June 30, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 BMCC – Borough of Manhattan Community College
199 Chambers Street, New York, NY 10007
(Location & Space TBA)

🏓 Pink Pickleball: Students vs. Teachers Challenge
😄 Think you can beat your teachers?
🏓 Bragging rights are on the line!
💗 Tag 3 friends and join the tournament!

💃 Zumba
🎤 Message of Hope by Leah Salmorin
🕯️ Luminary Bag Writing
🙏 Moment of Silence
✨ Circle of Light Ceremony

We Are the Water — The Light of Hope That Never Fades ✨

As we gather at sunset, we will shine our light for hope, healing, remembrance, and survivorship. Together, we believe that the brighter we shine, the better the world will become.

💗 Luminary Bag & LED Light: $5
💗 Suggested Donation: $10

Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991737053142?aff=oddtdtcreator

Paddle for Miles. Paddle for Pink.This Saturday, Paddle for the Cure NYC is proud to join the 17th Annual Dragon Boat F...
06/11/2026

Paddle for Miles. Paddle for Pink.

This Saturday, Paddle for the Cure NYC is proud to join the 17th Annual Dragon Boat Festival and Paddle for Pink Race in New Jersey.

We don’t drag our feet—we travel miles.

Because when there is a cause worth fighting for, distance doesn’t matter.

Many teams race to compete.

We race for a cause.

Not every journey is measured by trophies. Some are measured by the lives we touch along the way.

🌸 Honoring survivors.
🌸 Supporting those still fighting.
🌸 Remembering loved ones through the Flower Ceremony.

Every mile traveled.
Every stroke taken.
Every flower released.

Together, we paddle for hope, healing, and survivorship.

🚣‍♀️ See you on the water, NJ!

🌊 Water is life, and together we carry a light of hope that never fades.Every wave tells a story. Every stroke carries a...
06/09/2026

🌊 Water is life, and together we carry a light of hope that never fades.

Every wave tells a story. Every stroke carries a purpose.

We push through the waves on our journey of recovery. With every paddle stroke, we move beyond pain, fear, doubt, and adversity. We choose resilience, refusing to let our challenges define us.

That is why we continue Paddling for the Cure—with courage, determination, and hope.

Together, we transform pain into purpose, setbacks into strength, and survivorship into action. We paddle not only for ourselves, but for those still fighting, those we have lost, and those who need encouragement to keep going.

🌊 We live here. We race here. We save lives here

6-8-26 🌊 WORLD OCEAN DAY 2026 🌊Theme: “Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, A New Relationship With Our Ocean”☀️ Summer ...
06/08/2026

6-8-26 🌊 WORLD OCEAN DAY 2026 🌊

Theme: “Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, A New Relationship With Our Ocean”

☀️ Summer is coming, and the water is calling.

Water is life.

Today, on 6/8, we celebrate World Ocean Day and the healing power of water.

As a Filipino-Chinese founder, the number 8 symbolizes luck, prosperity, and infinite possibilities. Today is 6/8, and this year marks Paddle for the Cure NYC’s 8th Active Season.

As a fearless survivor, Leah has been on the other side. She survived breast cancer twice, a diabetic coma where she woke up on the fourth day, two car accidents, and COVID twice.

Because she has been on the other side and is still here today, she knows that life is a gift and should never be taken for granted.

Over the years, Leah has touched thousands of lives through her advocacy, volunteerism, speaking engagements, and survivor-led programs. With that gift comes a responsibility—to share her light so others can shine.

The brighter we shine, the brighter our communities become. The brighter we shine, the better our world becomes.

🌊 Water Is Life.
✨ Share Your Light.
💗 Celebrate the Gift of Life.

We Are the Water.
We Are the Light of Hope That Never Fades.

🎟️ Purchase your ticket or become a sponsor today. Scan the QR code on the flyer and help us turn hope into action.✨ HOP...
06/08/2026

🎟️ Purchase your ticket or become a sponsor today. Scan the QR code on the flyer and help us turn hope into action.

✨ HOPE & COURAGE GALA 2026 ✨

🌊 Today is World Ocean Day 🌊

This year’s theme, “Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, A New Relationship With Our Ocean,” reminds us that transformation begins when we dare to see new possibilities.

That is exactly what the Hope & Courage Gala is about.

🌊 Reimagining survivorship.
🌊 Reimagining what a small organization can accomplish.
🌊 Reimagining how one survivor’s story can inspire thousands.
🌊 Reimagining how a small organization with a big heart can create powerful waves of change.
🌊 Reimagining community, compassion, and connection through our Circle of Light.
🌊 Reimagining a future where hope, healing, and humanity come together to transform lives.

As a two-time breast cancer survivor and Founder of Paddle for the Cure NYC, Leah Salmorin is a voice for survivors and living proof that miracles happen. She survived breast cancer twice, a diabetic coma where she experienced what she describes as being on the other side before waking up on the fourth day, two car accidents, and COVID-19 twice.

That second chance became a calling—to inspire others, advocate for survivors, and create opportunities for healing through community, wellness, and the healing power of water.

As a Filipino-Chinese founder, June 8 holds special meaning. The number 8 symbolizes luck, prosperity, and infinite possibilities. Fittingly, today is June 8, and 2026 marks Paddle for the Cure NYC’s 8th Active Season.

Hosted by Prashant Goyal of Heritage India Fashions, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor, this special evening celebrates courage, resilience, and community. Prashant chose to support Paddle for the Cure NYC because he believes in a mission that is pure, authentic, and dedicated to helping others.

We are a small organization that relies on individual donors like you. We do not receive grants, yet we continue to create programs that bring hope, healing, and support to survivors and their families.

💗 Your ticket is more than admission to a gala.

It is support for survivors.
It is an investment in hope.
It helps keep our programs, outreach, and operations afloat.
It helps bring huge ideas to life and fuels an extraordinary movement built on hope, resilience, and community.

📍 12 Vestry Street, New York, NY 10013
📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM

💗 Small Organization. Huge Ideas. Extraordinary Movement.
🌊 Community. Compassion. Circle of Light.
✨ We Are the Water. The Light of Hope That Never Fades.

6/2/26 Yesterday, our Heart Tree Pledge of Hope was officially activated at Ridgewood Savings Bank in Forest Hills.In ho...
06/03/2026

6/2/26 Yesterday, our Heart Tree Pledge of Hope was officially activated at Ridgewood Savings Bank in Forest Hills.

In honor of National Cancer Survivor Month, visitors are invited to pick a heart from the glass bowl, read the message, make a suggested donation of $5, and add their own Heart of Hope to the tree.

The tree has already started growing as community members share messages of hope, courage, resilience, and survivorship.

A special thank you to Nancy Adzemovic, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager of Ridgewood Savings Bank, for opening the doors to our organization once again and allowing us to be part of Ridgewood Savings Bank’s Multiply the Good initiative.

💗 Help us grow our Heart Tree of Hope, reach our goal by the end of the month, and bring hope to life—one heart, one message, and one act of kindness at a time.

Can’t make it in person? You can still support our mission by making an online donation at www.pfcnyc.org/donate.

Paddle for the Cure NYC relies on individual donors like you. We do not receive grants, but we continue to provide free programs for cancer survivors, affordable opportunities for youth, and meaningful community events throughout the year.

💗 Small organization. Big creative ideas. Huge heart. Join our extraordinary movement.

🐉🌊💗 We live here. We spread our light here. We save lives here.

Waves Light Shine Roar
Dragon Mind • Lion Heart • Firehorse

6/2/26 Yesterday, our Heart Tree Pledge of Hope was officially activated at Ridgewood Savings Bank in Forest Hills.In ho...
06/03/2026

6/2/26 Yesterday, our Heart Tree Pledge of Hope was officially activated at Ridgewood Savings Bank in Forest Hills.

In honor of National Cancer Survivor Month, visitors are invited to pick a heart from the glass bowl, read the message, make a suggested donation of $5, and add their own Heart of Hope to the tree.

The tree has already started growing as community members share messages of hope, courage, resilience, and survivorship.

A special thank you to Nancy Adzemovic, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager of Ridgewood Savings Bank, for opening the doors to our organization once again and allowing us to be part of Ridgewood Savings Bank’s Multiply the Good initiative.

💗 Help us grow our Heart Tree of Hope, reach our goal by the end of the month, and bring hope to life—one heart, one message, and one act of kindness at a time.

Can’t make it in person? You can still support our mission by making an online donation at www.pfcnyc.org/donate.

Paddle for the Cure NYC relies on individual donors like you. We do not receive grants, but we continue to provide free programs for cancer survivors, affordable opportunities for youth, and meaningful community events throughout the year.

💗 Small organization. Big creative ideas. Huge heart. Join our extraordinary movement.

🐉🌊💗 We live here. We spread our light here. We save lives here.

Waves Light Shine Roar
Dragon Mind • Lion Heart • Firehorse

🎤💗 CALLING ALL SURVIVORS — YOUR GIFT AWAITS! 💗🎤Today marks National Cancer Survivors Month, and we’re celebrating by giv...
06/02/2026

🎤💗 CALLING ALL SURVIVORS — YOUR GIFT AWAITS! 💗🎤

Today marks National Cancer Survivors Month, and we’re celebrating by giving away 40 Survivor Cupcake Sock Gifts throughout June! 🎁🧁

We may be a small organization, but we have big creative ideas and an even bigger heart.

Our goal is simple: to make survivors smile, spread hope, and remind every survivor that they are not alone.

Because sometimes the best medicine isn’t found in a bottle.

😊 Laughter is the best medicine.
😊 A smile keeps you young at heart.
😊 Positive energy can brighten even the toughest days.

At PFC, we transmit good energy and only good vibes.

🧁 SAVE THE BO***ES!
💗 THANKS FOR THE MAMMARIES!

Our cupcake sock gifts may make you smile, but they also carry a powerful reminder:

🎀 EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES.
🎀 GET YOUR MAMMOGRAM.
🎀 DON’T WAIT. CHECK TODAY.

📧 Email us at: [email protected]

🎁 While supplies last. First come, first served.

💗 40 Gifts. 40 Smiles. One Life-Saving Message.

🚨💗 PFC NYC FIRST THROW OF SUMMER — A SPECIAL GIFT FOR YOU! 💗🚨Summer is coming. The water is calling. And the pink dragon...
06/01/2026

🚨💗 PFC NYC FIRST THROW OF SUMMER — A SPECIAL GIFT FOR YOU! 💗🚨
Summer is coming. The water is calling. And the pink dragon is awake, alive, and spreading good vibes across Queens. 🌊🐉✨
This June, swing by Jade Eatery & Lounge and Forest Hills Pizzeria in Forest Hills and enjoy 15% OFF with our special coupon flyer!
In celebration of National Cancer Survivors Month and World Ocean Day, Paddle for the Cure NYC proudly partners with two amazing local businesses owned by Arun Kumar. 💗
🍜 Jade Eatery & Lounge — a vibrant neighborhood lounge known for flavorful Asian fusion dishes, sushi, cocktails, glowing vibes, and a magical atmosphere in the heart of Forest Hills. Don’t get Jaded. Let’s get Faded ✨ Whether you’re celebrating something special or just showing up looking this good, this is the vibe.
🍕 Forest Hills Pizzeria — one of the newest pizza spots in Forest Hills serving fresh pizza, Italian favorites, comfort food, and great neighborhood vibes.
✨ These businesses are not just serving food — they are supporting the mission, believing in the cause, and helping us spread hope throughout the community.
Great people. Great connections. Great energy. Bring friends and treat a survivor to a special meal and uplifting experience. And when community comes together with purpose, it becomes something magical. 🌊✨💗
📍 Jade Eatery & Lounge
1 Station Square
Forest Hills, NY 11375
📍 Forest Hills Pizzeria
9 Station Square
Queens, NY 11375
📲 Bring the coupon flyer to redeem your special gift.
This is only the beginning. More community partnerships, more activations, more pink power, and more summer surprises are coming. 🌊💗
We are just getting started. 🔥
Share the love. Share the flyer. Support the mission.
Paddle strong. With your support, we can do more — and together, move forward in saving lives. 🐉💗
Good food. Good vibes. Good purpose. 🍕✨
✨ Pink power always shines. ✨
“We live here, we spread our light here, we save lives here.”


Address

200 Old Country Road
New York, NY
11501

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+15167399777

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