Lincoln Police Department bringing back Pink Patch Project for second year
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Lincoln Police Department and First Responders Foundation Lincoln are bringing back the Pink Patch Project for a second year.
The project raises awareness and funds for cancer patients by selling pink agency patches.
New this year, officers can wear the pink patches on their uniforms during October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
According to LPD, every dollar raised will go to the Heartland Cancer Foundation, a local non-profit in Lincoln that provides financial assistance to cancer patients undergoing treatment.
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the US — except for skin cancers — accounting for 30% of all new female cancers each year.
It’s also the second leading cause of cancer death in women.
There is a 1 in 8 chance an American woman will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.
It’s Year 2 of @PinkPatchPrjct at #LPD!
✨NEW✨ this year, officers can wear them on their uniforms during October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
$10 patches
Cash/Check/Venmo
For sale 9/15-10/31Every dollar benefits Heartland Cancer Foundation in Lincoln. pic.twitter.com/rdLyjnaENQ
— Lincoln Police (@Lincoln_Police) September 15, 2025
“Nearly all of us have been touched by cancer, either personally or through loved ones,” the police department said. “By encouraging early detection and open conversations, we can increase survival and bring hope to more families.”
LPD pink patches are $10 and can be purchased with cash, check or Venmo.
They’ll be for sale at the Hall of Justice and at all three LPD team substations from Sept. 15 through the end of October, or while supplies last.
Last year, LPD donated $2,500.
