Unless we’re Facebook friends, you might not be aware that I helped to start Drink for Pink, a 501(c)3 nonprofit based out of Denver, Colorado, in 2015. We partner with local breweries to raise money for local breast cancer research all within Colorado. Last year, we raised close to $5,000, and we’re hoping to double that amount this year.
Last night, we had our kickoff event at Rails End Beer Company. I’m always blown away by the amazing people that show up to support Drink for Pink at our events, but last night, I was fortunate to meet two amazing individuals that really exemplified why we’re even in existence.
First, I met a woman currently going through chemotherapy to treat breast cancer. I met her family currently going through the battle alongside her.
Second, I met a man that attended several of our events last year. In fact, during our October events in 2015, his sister was undergoing a double mastectomy to treat an early stage of breast cancer. Thankfully, she’s fine. He’s back to support us for a second year.
It was an honor to speak to those two individuals and know that we’re making an impact, a difference even in the tiniest possible sense.
We started Drink for Pink because we really believe that Average Janes and Joes can have a huge impact on the world if they combine their efforts. We believe that nonprofits can be run differently, in a fully transparent way where donors know exactly where their money is going.
I’m beyond excited to get this October started and see what kind of a difference we can make. If you’re in the Denver area, check out our events page and come see us. If you’re outside of Colorado, read more about our mission, like our Facebook page, and consider donating.