October 2026 · A PLJF initiative
Awareness. Action. Together.
This October, the Patricia Lindsey Jackson Foundation is turning breast cancer awareness into action through education, movement, giving, and community support.
GIVE • MOVE • LEARN • SHARE
More than awareness
Pink With Purpose is PLJF's Breast Cancer Awareness Month initiative. Throughout October, we're inviting members, families, friends, and community supporters to move with purpose, learn about breast health, support community initiatives, and share information that may help someone take the next step in protecting their health.
Give
Support the mission.
Move
Complete the 31-mile challenge.
Learn
Understand screening, risk, and breast health.
Share
Help reliable information reach someone else.
Move with purpose
31 Miles in 31 Days
Walk, run, bike, dance, exercise, or intentionally move in whatever way works for you. Accumulate your 31 miles throughout October at your own pace.
I'm Taking the ChallengeParticipation is free. Donations are encouraged but are not required. Miles for Mammograms is a voluntary, self-directed individual activity challenge; PLJF is not organizing a race or designated sporting event.
Give with purpose
Funds raised through Pink With Purpose support PLJF's educational, outreach, and community initiatives.
Funds raised through Pink With Purpose support PLJF's educational, outreach, and community initiatives. PLJF has also submitted a community fundraising request to a Houston-area breast health organization with the intention of directing a portion of campaign proceeds toward breast health services. Additional beneficiary information will be announced following approval.
Scan with your bank's Zelle feature or send your contribution to:
patricialjacksonfoundation@gmail.com
Please include “Pink With Purpose” in the payment memo when possible.
Donate with Cash AppCash App: $bliff1996
Evidence matters
Knowledge is the vehicle to prevention. Health information shared through Pink With Purpose is based on recommendations and resources from established public health and cancer organizations.
The USPSTF recommends screening mammography every 2 years for women ages 40 through 74. For women age 75 and older, current evidence is insufficient to determine the balance of benefits and harms. Individual needs vary.
View USPSTF recommendationA new lump, thickening, swelling, irritation, dimpling, redness, nipple changes, unusual discharge, size or shape changes, or pain should be discussed with a healthcare professional. New or concerning changes should be evaluated.
Learn about symptoms from the CDCRisk is influenced by a combination of factors, including age, personal and family history, inherited genetic changes, and other individual factors. A risk factor does not mean someone will develop breast cancer.
Review CDC risk factorsThe American Cancer Society recommends that certain women at high risk receive a breast MRI and mammogram every year, typically beginning around age 30. MRI is generally used in addition to mammography, not as a replacement.
Review ACS guidanceBeing familiar with how your breasts normally look and feel can help you recognize a change that may need medical attention. Breast awareness does not replace recommended mammography or professional evaluation.
Use official resources to learn about screening programs and community health centers. Eligibility, services, and payment options vary.
Pink With Purpose provides general health education and awareness information and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Talk with a qualified healthcare professional about your individual risk factors, symptoms, screening needs, and medical concerns.
The average-risk USPSTF recommendation does not apply to everyone. Some people at higher risk may need a different screening strategy based on factors such as an inherited genetic change, a strong family history, or prior treatment. The American Cancer Society says certain high-risk women may receive annual breast MRI plus mammography, typically beginning around age 30. MRI is used in addition to mammography, not as a replacement, and a family history alone does not automatically mean MRI screening is needed.
Review ACS guidanceThe CDC notes that inherited genetic changes can increase breast cancer risk. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are examples of inherited genetic changes associated with increased risk. Talk with a healthcare professional about your personal and family history to understand which screening plan is appropriate for you.
Review CDC risk factorsReview the recommendations and resources directly from the organizations that developed them.
Wear pink during October, participate in Miles for Mammograms, take photos of your activity, and share Pink With Purpose with your community.
One month · 31 miles · one community · one purpose
Pink With Purpose.