How to Support Breast Cancer Research

Breast cancer is a cause that everyone should consider donating to. By donating to breast cancer research, you help support organizations that are trying to find a cure for the disease. There are numerous ways that you can support breast cancer research.

Instructions

1. Donate money to a breast cancer foundation. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation is an organization that collects donations to put towards breast cancer research. It also uses its funds to ensure that patients receive quality care.

2. Wear a pink ribbon. A pink ribbon can be purchased at numerous retailers and can be worn to show that you support the cause. Remember to sport your pink ribbon during October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

3. Organize a breast cancer walk. These walks are used to raise donations that can be sent to support breast cancer research.

4. Purchase items that go towards breast cancer research. Many stores have a special selection of merchandise from which sales go towards breast cancer research. A sampling of items includes scarves, t-shirts, iPod cases, cell phones and Cartier bracelets.

5. Volunteer at an organization that works towards finding a cure for breast cancer. Many organizations need help fund raising or selling items that raise money for research.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure that the organization that you choose to donate to is legitimate. You are better off choosing a well known foundation.

• Before you buy an item that goes towards breast cancer research, check to see what percentage of the sale is sent to the cause.

Resources

• Visit the Susan G. Komen Foundation website for more information.