Pinktober Support Cancer Warriors
- Mark Dworkin
- Oct 2
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 3
M.A. Dworkin
USVI - Cancer Support Virgin Islands (CSVI) launched its 12th Annual Pinktober, a month-long series of events, community initiatives, and fundraising efforts, dedicated to providing direct financial support to cancer warriors across the Territory. This milestone also marks Cancer Support VI’s 20th year of service - two decades standing shoulder to shoulder with cancer warriors, patients and their families when they need it most.
Since its founding in 2005, Cancer Support VI has assisted over 4,800 cancer warriors exceeding $6 million in assistance to Virgin Islanders.
Each October, Pinktober has united schools, businesses, and community members to raise awareness and much needed funds. This year CSVI sets a bold goal: raise more than $900,000 dedicated to sustaining and expanding critical services. Local businesses, churches, schools, and organizations are invited to become Partners with a Purpose by hosting events, selling CSVI pink logo pins, or joining the Give Cancer the Boot campaign.
Cancer doesn’t wait, and neither can we,” notes Barb Michaud, Director of Cancer Support VI. “For 20 years, our communities have rallied around cancer warriors, ensuring they are never alone in their journey. Pinktober is both a celebration of that legacy and a call to action for their future.”
Cancer Support VI patient grants and advocacy efforts are made possible entirely through the generosity of donors and community partners, ensuring that every dollar raised stays in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Throughout October, our community partners will host a full calendar of events including pink drink specials, specialty diners and brunches, Pink Out volleyball games, pickleball tournaments, art & fitness classes, and even pumpkin carving! From workplace fundraisers and school activities to island wide campaigns like “Give Cancer the Boot” there are countless ways to get involved.
You can find our complete list of events, initiatives, and ways to contribute by visiting www.cancersupportvi.org.
