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Think Pink
Take an active role in the fight against breast cancer
by supporting these worthy fundraising initiatives.

The Estée Lauder Companies continues its commitment to finding a cure for breast cancer with its 15th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. During the month of October, fourteen of the company's beauty brands, including Jo Malone, La Mer and Darphin will donate a percentage of the proceeds of fabulous pink products to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (www.bcrfcure.org).


Jo Malone Red Roses cologne, 3.4 fl. oz/100 ml, $90. Red Roses bath oil, 8.5 fl. oz/250ml, $60. www.jomalone.com


During the weekend of October 18 - 21, Saks Fifth Avenue will hold its annual charity shopping event, Key to the Cure. Many designers and companies will be creating special limited edition products exclusively for this initiative. Funds raised will benefit more than 50 charitable programs dedicated to women's cancer research through The Entertainment Industry Foundation's Women's Cancer Research Fund (www.eifoundation.org).


Mary Norton Chandelier bag in pink glitter python, $1,595. www.saksfifthavenue.com
Upcoming Fundraising Events

October 15
Young Survival Coalition In Living Pink
Marquee, NYC
646.257.3019; www.youngsurvival.org

The Young Survival Coalition is the only international, non-profit network of breast cancer survivors and supporters dedicated to the concerns and issues that are unique to young women and breast cancer.

October 16
Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Symposium & Awards Luncheon

Waldorf-Astoria, NYC
646.497.2600; www.bcrfcure.org

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation raises funds to support clinical and genetic research at medical institutions across the globe.

October 26
Breast Cancer Alliance
Annual Benefit Fashion Show and Luncheon

Hyatt Regency, Greenwich, CT
203.861.0014; www.breastcanceralliance.org

The Breast Cancer Alliance funds innovative breast cancer research and promotes breast health through education and outreach. It is currently the fourth largest non-profit, private funding provider to breast cancer research in the United States.

October 30
Avon Foundation Awards Celebration
583 Park Avenue, NYC
212.282.5676; www.avonfoundation.org

The Avon Foundation's Avon Breast Cancer Crusade raises funds for research, medical, social service and community-based organizations focused on defeating breast cancer and ensuring access to care.

November 15
Libby Ross Foundation Annual Gala
The Prince George Ballroom, NYC
212.831.9592; www.thelibbyrossfoundation.com

The Libby Ross Foundation's mission is to make a significant difference in the lives of women afflicted with breast cancer through unique support programs and to help eradicate the disease through research and early detection.

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