Members of the Framingham State University Police Department will be sporting vibrant pink versions of their uniform patches in October as part of the Pink Patch Project, which seeks to raise money and awareness for the fight against breast cancer.

The project, which was launched by the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs’ Association and now includes public safety agencies from around the world, coincides with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The purpose of the pink uniform patches is to stimulate conversations with members of the community during their daily interactions and encourage discussion with the public about the importance of early detection and treatment in the fight against the disease.

"Participating in the Pink Patch Project enables our department to support a great cause, while also allowing us to interact with members of our community in a new way," says Sgt. Martin Laughlin. "All of our officers are on board and excited to help out."

Member of the community have the opportunity to purchase one of the patches through the FSU Campus Store for $10, with all proceeds benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The patches can also be purchased online at: https://give.evertrue.com/framingham/pinkpatch

"We are lucky to have an outstanding University Police Department," says FSU President F. Javier Cevallos. "This initiative is just another example of how invested they are in the safety and well-being of our community."