October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual health campaign that aims to increase awareness of the disease and raise funds for research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cures. Not only can you donate to the charity of your choice or participate in one of many fundraising events, you can shop to make a difference, too.
These stores are donating a portion of the sales of certain products to support the fight against breast cancer.
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Clinique. At stores such as Macy’s and Nordstrom where Clinique products are sold, consumers can find a limited-edition Great Skin, Great Cause moisturizer. The brand’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion is paired with a pink and white breast cancer awareness key ring. With each one sold, Clinique will donate $10 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Alex and Ani. The jewelry company released a Spiral Sun Charm Bangle as part of its Charity by Design line. Alex and Ani will donate 20 percent of the purchase price from each Spiral Sun Charm sold, with a minimum donation of $25,000, to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Gap. The clothing store revealed a line of women’s clothing meant to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and will donate 15 percent of the purchase price to the organization. The line includes athletic apparel, sleepwear and intimate apparel in various shades of pink and gray.
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Teleflora. Have an occasion (or want to create one) for a flower delivery this month? Order Teleflora’s Pink Grace Bouquet in one of the three sizes, and the company will donate 15 percent of the purchase price to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The bouquet includes pink roses, pink spray roses, hot pink carnations and soft pink alstroemeria accented with greenery.
Estee Lauder. The cosmetics brand is offering two limited-edition products this month. For each sale of Advanced Night Repair with Pink Ribbon Keychain or the Pink Ribbon Knockout Eyes Collection, Estee Lauder will make a donation to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Bumble and Bumble. The hair product company is selling a limited-edition pink ribbon thickening spray and will donate 20 percent of each sale to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Fabletics. The athleisure clothing company co-founded by Kate Hudson recently announced a new collection benefiting the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer organization. The collection features three two-piece outfits designed in the signature colors of the organization.
J. Crew. During the weekend of Oct. 14 and Oct. 15, shoppers who visit J. Crew stores can mention the Breast Cancer Research Foundation at checkout to receive 20 percent off a purchase of $100 or more. A portion of the sales will benefit the foundation.
S’well. The brand of reusable bottles will donate 20 percent of the purchase price of the Bikini Pink bottle in its Satin Collection to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation during the month of October.
New Balance. The footwear company has long participated in Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year, it released a new shoe to both raise funds and awareness. The New Balance 490 Breast Cancer Awareness Running Shoe is gray and pink, and retails for $60. The company will donate 5 percent of the suggested retail price of the Lace Up for the Cure Collection to Susan G. Komen, a breast cancer organization.
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AmazonSmile. At Amazon, shoppers have the option to shop through smile.amazon.com to benefit their favorite charity. Upon visiting smile.amazon.com for the first time, you will be prompted to select a charitable organization — there are nearly 1 million eligible. Shop as you would normally, and Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price to the organization you chose. Over time, you can see your overall impact, which can really add up if you do a lot of online shopping.
Stella McCartney. Fashion brand Stella McCartney designed the Louise Listening Post-Double Mastectomy Bra for women to wear post-surgery, and donates 100 percent of all proceeds of the item to the Hello Beautiful Foundation. The brand also recently announced a limited-edition lingerie set, and will donate proceeds to the Linda McCartney Center. Fashion designer Stella McCartney, daughter of former Beatles member Paul McCartney, is passionate about supporting breast cancer awareness since her mother Linda McCartney passed away from the disease.
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