Friends of the Hutch

Profile

Friends of the Hutch (formerly the Broadmoor-Washington Park Guild) was established in 1975 by a group of neighborhood women that included Charlee Hutchinson Reed, daughter of Dr. William B. Hutchinson, the founder of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The committee has maintained a dynamic and dedicated membership; the daughters of some of the original members are now adding their enthusiasm to the work of the committee.

Activities

The annual Shore Run/Walk, one of the Northwest's most popular road races, is the committee's showcase fund-raiser. With a picturesque route winding along the shore of Lake Washington, the Shore Run/Walk draws thousands of participants annually, from elite runners to casual joggers and walkers. Individual events include a 6.7-mile run from Seward Park to Madison Park, a 3.1-mile run from Leschi to Madison Park, a 3.1-mile walk from Leschi to Madison Park, and a .5-mile Kids Run.

The Shore Run/Walk has raised almost $1.75 million for the Hutchinson Center since 1975, with 3,000 runners and walkers participating annually. The organizational work of the event is managed by various chairs within the committee.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center at (206) 667-6252.