Centennial High School to Host the 14th Annual Compton Walk For A Cure

By Marion Apio

Photos Courtesy of CUSD

More than 3,000 people are expected to gather this Saturday for the 14th Annual Compton Walk For A Cure, a community health event dedicated to closing breast cancer disparities across Los Angeles County.

The walk, co-founded by Compton Unified School District Board Member Satra Zurita, will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Centennial High School football field, located at 2606 N. Central Ave.

The event focuses on raising awareness about breast cancer detection in both women and men, underscoring a persistent national health gap. 

Black women are about 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than non-Hispanic white women, according to the American Cancer Society. 

Breast cancer is also the leading cause of cancer death for Latina and Hispanic women, who often face later-stage diagnoses.

“As a survivor myself, I know the importance of early detection,” Zurita said. This walk is about saving lives and ensuring that families in the community have the knowledge and resources they need.

Student Photos from Compton Unified School District at the Walk for Cure last year. 

The free public health walk features educational booths, expert talks, and on-site medical screenings. 

At last year’s event, more than 250 breast exams were performed, resulting in the detection of over 30 masses, according to John Stouffer, the district’s director of communications.

Since its inception, the Compton Walk For A Cure has raised about $700,000, including $100,000 last year alone. All donations support St. John’s Community Health, which provides care for underserved communities.

The walk brings together students, families, residents, and local leaders, reinforcing its role as both a fundraiser and a health education platform.

For more information, visit www.Comptonwalk4acure.com or contact John Stouffer at jstouffer@compton.k12.ca.us.