Buckeye Police Pink Patch Project Debuts Officer’s Design

The Buckeye Police Department has launched its annual breast cancer awareness campaign featuring a design by one of its patrol officers. Officer Jennings created the 2024 Pink Patch Project t-shirt artwork, which carries the message “putting cuffs on cancer.” Proceeds from the t-shirt sales will support local breast cancer survivors.

Each October, the Buckeye Police Department participates in the national Pink Patch Project, joining law enforcement agencies nationwide to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research, treatment, and care. As part of the campaign, Buckeye officers will wear pink patches on their uniforms throughout National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Officer Jennings expressed pride in contributing to the initiative, stating, “It’s pretty cool I can give back in addition to the work I do here to help promote this cause and bring more awareness. If you buy the shirt, wear the shirt, get out there, and get visible.”

In addition to the t-shirts, Buckeye police are selling special edition pink uniform patches and coins. All proceeds benefit Bosom Buddies of Arizona, a local nonprofit supporting breast cancer survivors. The items are available for purchase through the department’s online store.

The History of the Pink Patch Project

The Pink Patch Project began in 2013 when the Seal Beach Police Department in California introduced pink patches on their uniforms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Two years later, the Irwindale Police Department expanded the concept by selling patches to the public, raising over $20,000 for the City of Hope. Since then, the initiative has grown to include hundreds of law enforcement and emergency services agencies worldwide.

For more information or to purchase Pink Patch Project items, visit www.buckeyeaz.gov/pinkpatch.

Official BPD Pink Patch Project 2024 press release located here: BPD