MP’S IN THE PINK FOR CHARITY
SHARON SHOWS HER SUPPORT FOR FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN TO BATTLE BREAST CANCER
A Sunderland MP was left feeling in the pink when she gave her backing to a special charity day.
Sharon Hodgson, the MP for Washington and Sunderland West, added some pink to her usual attire to show her support for Breast Cancer Now’s Wear It Pink fundraiser.
The event will take place on Friday, October 19, to raise money for vital breast cancer research.
Mrs Hodgson was joined by more than 200 other parliamentarians, encouraging people across the UK to take part in ‘wear it pink’ day.
All you need to do is wear something pink, or hold a pinkthemed event, and make a donation to Breast Cancer Now.
Every penny raised will help the charity achieve its aim that by 2050 everyone who develops breast cancer will live, and live well.
Mrs Hodgson, who is an ambassador for the charity, said: “Each year around 11,500 women and 80 men lose their lives to the disease.
“That’s why I’m so passionate about encouraging everyone in Washington and Sunderland West to take part in ‘wear it pink’ day.
“‘Wear it pink’ is great way to come together with friends and family to have fun whilst raising money for Breast Cancer Now’s vital research.
To take part in Wear It Pink this October, visit wearitpink. org/2018MP for further details, fundraising ideas and how to register for your free fundraising pack.