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Support Breast Cancer Awareness with Pink Band Gumboots
This October, Skellerup proudly launches its limited-edition Pink Band gumboots in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Now in its fourth year, the Pink Band range has expanded to include new Children and Junior styles, making it easier for younger wearers to join the cause. By partnering with Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, Skellerup is raising vital funds for their life-saving mahi. This collaboration continues to spark excitement among gumboot lovers, all eager to show their support and help give breast cancer the boot.
Every day, nine people in Aotearoa are diagnosed with breast cancer. By purchasing a pair of Pink Band gumboots, five dollars will be donated directly to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, bringing us two steps closer to zero deaths from breast cancer. Pink Band gumboots will be available in-store and online at Farmlands starting October 1, 2024, while stocks last.
Ah-Leen Rayner, chief executive of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, says “The Pink Bands were a stroke of genius. They sold like hotcakes, so it’s great to see them back just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness month this October. “Every pair of gumboots sold will help our work in breast cancer education, research and patient support. And the benefits aren’t just financial – they’ve also helped to sparked important conversations about breast health, and the importance of early detection, in rural communities.”
What the funds go towards / BCFNZ’s work:
BCFNZ’s vision is to see zero deaths from breast cancer in NZ. They work towards this goal through four pillars of work:
Some examples of some of BCFNZ’s current programmes/projects that are accessible and/or beneficial to rural New Zealanders:
Some of the challenges faced by rural New Zealanders affected by breast cancer:
BCFNZ has lots of information and resources on their website – www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz. And if anyone has any concerns or questions they can call BCFNZ’s specialist breast nurses on their free advice line – 0800 BC NURSE (0800 226 8773)
Skellerup has partnered with the Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand to launch a limited edition range of Skellerup Pink Bands.
Skellerup has partnered with the Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand to launch a limited edition range of Skellerup Pink Bands.