All Pink Is Not Created Equal

As National Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, Komen Tulsa reminds breast cancer awareness advocates that all "pink" is not created equal. While many credible companies sell pink products and service during October, it is important to be a savvy consumer and check the labels to ensure that your money is truly making an impact in the fight against breast cancer. Here are a few questions you should ask before making a "pink" purchase:

How much of my purchase will actually be donated to a charity? "A portion of the proceeds..." can be misleading and doesn't cut it with Komen. Look for a dollar amount, or a maximum gift guaranteed from the company selling the product.

To which charity will the donation be made? Do you recognize the charity on the label as a reputable organization? More importantly, does the label even list a charity to receive the donation? Stay away from products and offers that do not identify a credible charity to receive their donation, or you simply do not know what you are donating to.

Does the product or service support your charity of choice? Many breast cancer organizations establish partnerships with credible local and national companies to ensure their advocates can purchase "pink" with confidence. Komen Tulsa suggests supporting the following companies throughout National Breast Cancer Awareness Month:

Reasor's Pink for the Cause
Throughout the month of October, Reasor's will donate $1 for every "Pink for the Cause" card and $0.50 for every tote bag sold to Komen Tulsa.

Applebee's supports Komen Tulsa
Waitstaff at all Tulsa Applebee's locations will raise donations for Komen Tulsa througout the month of October and compete against Little Rock and Oklahoma City markets to raise the most donations.

Broken Arrow Med Spa & Weight Loss Center Promotion
Owners Dr. James Campbell and Malissa Spacek, CMM, will donate 10% of all Botox sales to Komen Tulsa. For more information, contact Meg Sutherland at meg@baweightspa.com.

Plant for a Cure at Worley's Greenhouse & Nursery
On Saturday, October 8, Worley's will hold a fall festival and pumpkin decorating contest with 50% of all food sales, 10% of all nursery sales, and $1 for each pansy sold to benefit Komen Tulsa. Additionally, Worley's will sell $1 ribbons throughout the month October, 100% of which will benefit Komen Tulsa.

University of Tulsa Volleyball Dig for a Cure
For the second year, the University of Tulsa women's volleyball will host Dig for the Cure. Pledges for each dig (single, successful defences against the opposing team's attempts to score) during the game against Marshall on October 20 will be donation to Komen Tulsa. 

Real Women Rock 1st Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Party
On Saturday, October 29, Real Women Rock will host a fashion show and after-party/mixer at Tulsa Southern Hills Marriott at 7pm. $2 for each ticket sold and 50% of silent auction proceeds will benefit Komen Tulsa. For more information, email realwomenrocktulsa@yahoo.com.