Malibu Search and Rescue Joins Pink Patch Project

MALIBU, CA — Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Malibu Search and Rescue announced its participation in the Pink Patch Project.

The group will be selling a unique pink Malibu Search and Rescue should patch as a cancer awareness fundraiser. The project was the brainchild of the Seal Beach Police and Irwindale Police departments. According to the Pink Patch Project website, the patches are intended to stimulate conversation within the community and to encourage public awareness in the early detection and fight against breast cancer.

"The program centers on vibrant pink versions of the public safety officer's uniform patch," Irwindale Police Department's Public Information Officer Sgt. Rudy Gatto said. "A part of the program, many agencies will sell their pink patches to the community, along with commemorative t-shirts, challenge coins and other items."

Malibu SAR is the first search and rescue team to participate in the project. The commemorative pink Malibu Search and Rescue patch and sticker can be purchased at www.malibusar.org or by emailing store@malibusar.org.

Two of the Malibu SAR team members lost their spouses to breast cancer in the last four years.

Photo courtesy of Malibu SAR