October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and to honor those who live with, have beaten or have passed from breast cancer, we compiled this list of DIY ways to support breast cancer research and awareness. Of course there are many more ways to contribute, and not just in the month of October. As you choose how to help support, keep in mind that some companies simply go “pink” to increase awareness and don’t actually contribute money to breast cancer research from the items purchased . Be sure to ask before you buy or donate!
1. Complete projects found on this website (Make a Wreath, Build a Bench, Make a Pillow, Mosaic, Tailgating Bin, etc) and sell them on Craigslist, Etsy, Ebay, garage sales, craft fairs, silent auctions, etc. and then donate the proceeds to a breast cancer foundation, like Susan G. Komen.
2. Buy the Maglite Flashlight, a proud sponser of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Also made in the USA.
3. Buy specially marked Apollo Tools tool set and .50¢ of your purchase goes towards the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
4. Buy specially marked Duck Brand duct tape, bubble wrap, tape, liner, etc. and they will donate up to $1.50 per unit sold to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Found at stores that carry Duck Brand products and also on their website linked above.
5. Buy specially marked packages of Brillo Pads and they will donate .05¢ per package up to $50,000 towards the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
6. Forearm Forklift Straps will donate $10,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Visit their website to find a location near you or purchase online at Amazon.
7. Buy a specially marked Florian Ratchet Pruner and they will donate $1.00 per purchase. These products are also made in the USA.
8. Tomboy Tools will donate 5% of the total company profit for 2011 to the Avon Foundation (50% to Avon Breast Cancer Crusade and 50% to Avon Speak Out Against Domestic Violence Cause).
9. Visit www.thebreastcancersite.com and click to give a free mammogram to someone in need.
10. Attend events, fundraisers, marathons, sponsor or just donate to a cancer foundation like the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Susan G. Komen Foundation, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, or the American Cancer Society.
And most importantly, share this info with your friends and family!
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