- Tuesday September 13th, 2016 :: 02:54 p.m. PDT
LASD Announces its Participation in the 2016 #PinkPatchProject
LASD Announces its Participation in the 2016 #PinkPatchProject
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department proudly announces a coalition with other agencies throughout Los Angeles County to participate in the Pink Patch Project (#PinkPatchProject), in support of breast cancer awareness.
This unique commemorative patch is available for sale only at the Sheriffs’ Relief Association Emporium, located at 11515 Colima Road, Whittier. The LASD Pink Patches cost $10.00 each and their arrival is just in time for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recognized each October.
The supply of commemorative LASD Pink Patches is limited and if you wait too long, they will be gone! Proceeds from LASD Pink Patch sales will go to a charitable organization for breast cancer education, treatment and research.
What is the #PinkPatchProject?
The #PinkPatchProject is a collaborative effort between the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs' Association, several public safety agencies throughout Los Angeles County and beyond. These agencies have partnered together to combat breast cancer by raising public awareness and funds for breast cancer research and treatment.
The program centers on vibrant pink versions of the public safety officer's uniform patch. These bright pink patches were specially designed by each participating agency specifically for the #PinkPatchProject campaign, with some authorizing them to be worn on service uniforms. They were created with the intention to stimulate conversation with the community, and encourage public awareness about the importance of early detection and the on-going fight against breast cancer.
It is estimated that approximately 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. This disease can have a profound impact on the patient and her loved ones. It is a disease however that can be effectively treated with surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy.
How Can You Support the Pink Patch Project?
Each public safety agency collaborating in the #PinkPatchProject campaign has partnered with a cancer research organization or support group in their respective communities. As part of this initiative, many of the agencies are selling their pink patches, along with pink patch tee-shirts, challenge coins, and other commemorative pink patch items, directly to the community. The proceeds from sale of these items will go directly to benefit cancer research and treatment at their chosen organization.
Forwarded by:
Deputy Don Walker
Deputy Lillian Peck
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