“Pink Patch Project” Kicks off Tuesday in Pasadena and Across the Nation

Pasadena Police Chief John Perez displays his pink patch (Photos – Pink Patch Project and City of Pasadena)

The Pink Patch Project was kicked off Tuesday, June 25, from 10:00 a.m. to noon by the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs’ Association (LACPCA) and public safety agencies across the nation.

By Kate Bartlett

Pasadena Police Chief John Perez was the Emcee and the Rose Bowl was the location for the kick-off.

The Pink Patch Project is a campaign to increase breast cancer awareness, stimulate conversation and raise funds for breast cancer education, research and treatment.  The LACPCA and over 390 public safety agencies throughout the United States are participating. Employees of those agencies will wear vibrant pink versions of each agency’s uniform patch during “Breast Cancer Awareness Month” in October.

Participating agencies also will be selling their commemorative pink patches, as well as T-shirts, challenge coins and other items.  Proceeds will be donated to cancer research organizations nationwide, including City of Hope (the founding beneficiary).  Over $1 million was donated in 2018.

> Here’s a testimonial video of breast cancer survivors from Pasadena PD:

Pink Patches, T-shirts, challenge coins and other items can be purchased by contacting 626-744-4551.