Fundraise – The Pink Agenda

The Pink Agenda unites passionate individuals from across the U.S. and beyond, all driven by a shared commitment to funding innovative breast cancer research and care. Whether through online campaigns, physical activities, or social events, the possibilities for independent fundraising are endless. By starting your own fundraiser, you’re not just raising money, but also raising awareness and fueling progress toward a cure. No matter how you choose to get involved, you can feel confident knowing your efforts are making a lasting impact. Join us – raise awareness, raise hell, and raise money to make breast cancer a thing of the past.

Comedy Night for Breast Cancer Research

‌In memory of his cousin Samantha, Rick DeCicco brings people together through comedy events that transform laughter into meaningful support for breast cancer research.

Sweat for Our Sisters with DanceBody

‌Led by DanceBody co-founders Courtnay and Katia, supporters came together for two high-energy classes that honored the women in their lives and supported TPA’s mission. Since 2024, DanceBody has contributed nearly $5,000 to TPA.

Melle’s Halloween Fundraiser

‌Melissa Micari hosted her annual Halloween event at Blue Haven South in NYC—continuing a heartfelt tradition that celebrates her late mother, Nancy Rapenske. This year, Melle raised more than $5,000 through event support and individual donations.

IDENTIFY EVENT TYPE AND DATE

Choose an event that plays to your strengths and passions, while being realistic with the time and resources you have available to dedicate.

FORM AN EVENT COMMITTEE

Assemble a diverse, enthusiastic group of people who are excited about raising money to advance TPA’s mission.

CREATE A GUEST LIST

Identify individuals in your network who are most likely to attend and support your event.

SET A FUNDRAISING GOAL AND BUDGET

Set a clear fundraising goal and budget accordingly. As a general guideline, for every $1.00 raised, no more than $0.30 should be spent. (For example, if your event raises $10,000 for TPA, your expenses should be around $3,000).

DEVELOP AN EVENT TIMELINE

Work backwards from the event date to create a comprehensive timeline of logistics and publicity steps needed to ensure success.

CREATE AN EVENT PAGE

Set up a dedicated online page for donations and event details. Click here to set up a classy page.

PROMOTE YOUR EVENT

Send invitations, write a press release or media alert, and feature the event on your social media platforms.

COLLECT DONATIONS

Encourage your supporters to donate directly via the event page or by writing a check made out to The Pink Agenda.

EXPRESS GRATITUDE

Show appreciation for everyone’s participation by sending thank-you notes, letters, or emails to those who helped make your event a success.

Ways to Fundraise

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