Pink Ribbon Review BCAM Giveaway: Day Three
Welcome to day three of the Pink Ribbon Review Breast Cancer Awareness Month Giveaway! In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM), I’m giving away a pink ribbon product every single day during the month of October.
Today’s giveaway: A Hershey’s Tour de Pink jersey and backpack!
Hershey’s Tour de Pink is a four-day, 220-mile bike ride benefiting the Young Survival Coalition (YSC) — a non-profit network of breast cancer survivors and supporters dedicated to the concerns and issues unique to young women and breast cancer.
The Hershey’s Tour de Pink kicks off today, October 3, 2008. Here’s the route the riders are taking each day of this event:
- Friday, October 3rd: Hershey, PA to King of Prussia, PA - approximately 85 miles
- Saturday, October 4th: King of Prussia, PA to Trenton, NJ - approximately 83 miles
- Sunday, October 5th: Trenton, NJ to Clinton, NJ - approximately 48 miles
- Monday, October 6th: Ceremonial ride from Clinton, NJ to finish line in NYC
I talked to YSC founding member Lisa Frank earlier this week. She explained to me that what started as a grassroots effort has turned into a major fundraising event.
“In 2005, we had 9 riders and we raised about $20,000 - $50,000,” says Frank. “This year? Each day we’ll have about 155 riders on the road and we’ve also allowed for virtual riders … we’re at $435,000 and we’re still going.”
You can follow the riders on this year’s ride by reading their blogs and visiting their photo gallery. You can, of course, if you are moved to do so, donate to the Tour de Pink event by clicking here.
Now, let’s talk about the event’s primary sponsor; this event has been made possible by Hershey and the company deserves some serious applause.
“To have Hershey behind us is just amazing,” says Frank. “They throw a big dinner the night before the race, a celebratory opening in Chocolate World; they provide the t-shirts, hats, backpacks, tote bags … they are an amazing sponsor.”
In addition, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Hershey’s Kisses, Hershey’s Nuggets, Hershey’s Syrup, York Peppermint Patties and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Miniatures will feature pink packaging (there’s a pink ribbon on each bag and each candy is individually wrapped in pink foil). As part of the promotion, Hershey is donating $300,000 to the Young Survival Coalition (YSC). That’s over and above what they’ve done to sponsor to the Tour de Pink.
Onto the chocolate … I’m telling you, those Hershey’s Nuggets in Hershey’s Special Dark Chocolate are divine. I wanted to review these chocolates for you, and received a bunch in house to do just that … but seriously … do you need me to? Who doesn’t know how delicious each and every bite of a Hershey’s chocolate is? Which Hershey product is your favorite?
So … comment on this post and you’ll be entered in a competition to win your very own Tour de Pink jersey and backpack. Go ahead … and share which Hershey’s product is your favorite when you do and you’ll make me smile, big time!
Make sure you read the Pink Ribbon Review BCAM giveaway rules.
And remember … you have until midnight EST to comment. Good luck!
(Images: Young Survival Coalition)
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47 opinions for Pink Ribbon Review BCAM Giveaway: Day Three
Amy
Oct 3, 2008 at 8:11 am
Very nice! Tour de Pink is awesome - a member of my Komen Columbus Education Committee is out there riding right now! GO RACHEL!!!!
Emily B
Oct 3, 2008 at 8:52 am
I love Hershey’s Extra Dark… my vice!
Angela
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:07 am
Would love to win the jersey - would work out very well for my spandex-requiring workouts! Awesome!!
Angela Massis
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:07 am
I think that Hershey’s Tour de Pink is great!!!
Anything that supports Breast Cancer and advocates awareness is awesome! I did my part and walked 60KMS in September in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer and it was truly the most amazing experience!
Huguette E.
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:32 am
What a great event! As crazy as I am for chocolate I like ALL Hersheys :)
Linda Ellis
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:50 am
Hello, would love to win this.
kathy mcclanahan
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:07 am
Wow-A big thanks to Hersey for their support. What a sponsor great gift paks, wonderful chocolate (a favorite - all of them) and a big boost in the fight against breast cancer. Thanks to Hersey for the support and Karen for the awareness.
D.
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:40 am
KISS me, Hershey’s!
Francine
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:44 am
I’m a hugs and kisses kinda girl. Thanks for another “pink” giveaway.
Jess
Oct 3, 2008 at 11:06 am
The caramel kisses are actually pretty tasty… yay sweet stuff!
Holly Blanco
Oct 3, 2008 at 11:38 am
I am already a cyclist. So this would be a great addition to my cycling clothing. I could wear it to a race and really encourage everyone to think about the importance of self breast exams.
joanna smith
Oct 3, 2008 at 11:45 am
It is so gratifying to see companies such as Hershey’s play such a prominent role in supporting ALL women and breast cancer. Hershey’s dedication to the concerns and issues unique to this disease is empowering for us all! I would proudly wear the Tour de Pink Jersey to help spread the word and awareness to all that see me. I ride on a regular basis as well as run 4 miles a day so it will get a lot of exposure! Thank you for offering us such great insight into the activites going on daily during Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Rock on!
Sagan
Oct 3, 2008 at 11:50 am
It always seems odd to me when companies with candy products host health events.
That being said, this is really wonderful that they’re doing that. And we all loves chocolate:)
M.A.
Oct 3, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Tour de Pink me! My favorites are the dark Kisses.
hetal g
Oct 3, 2008 at 12:19 pm
Hershey’s kisses without a doubt are my fave.
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Sue
Oct 3, 2008 at 12:25 pm
Thanks to Hersheys for their support in the Tour de Pink! I love Hershey’s Kisses with almonds.
P. T.
Oct 3, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Thank you Hershey’s!!
Love the Kisses!
Judith Musick
Oct 3, 2008 at 2:21 pm
GREAT PRIZE FOR A GREAT CAUSE- AND WHO DOESN’T LOVE HERSHEYS?!
Jennifer Williams
Oct 3, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I would love to win a A Hershey’s Tour de Pink jersey and backpack!
Leslie
Oct 3, 2008 at 3:14 pm
My precious mom had breast cancer back in 1976, she passed away at the age of 83 last year! I miss her every day! She lived a LONG life AFTER being a survivor! I WOULD love to win the Hershey’s tour de Pink Jersey and backpak!
Heather S
Oct 3, 2008 at 3:55 pm
I love Hershey’s
Pam
Oct 3, 2008 at 4:04 pm
I love Hershey’s Kisses because they’re Hershey’s and they’re kisses! Yummy!
Melanie
Oct 3, 2008 at 4:11 pm
This is really cool. I love the pink kisses. Everything looks better in pink!
Kat M.
Oct 3, 2008 at 4:14 pm
Hershey’s KitKat’s are my favorite, any variety … Chocolatey Crunchy happiness. Thanks for giving women a break!
Mary L.
Oct 3, 2008 at 5:05 pm
Mmm… Hershey’s Extra Dark Pure Dark Chocolate is my ultimate favorite Hershey treat! Not only do I love the smooth, rich dark chocolate but it has antioxidants in it to stave off all the nastiness from the outside world. ;-) (And cycling is helpful too!)
Terri D
Oct 3, 2008 at 5:33 pm
Hersheys Chocolate Bar with Almonds
Dianne
Oct 3, 2008 at 5:40 pm
Hershey’s Hugs have to be my favorite. The dark chocolate you reviewed sounds great and now I will have to try it. It sounds yummy.
Misa
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:09 pm
How wonderful to hear that Hershey’s is supporting this wonderful cause. I love all their kisses but the plain good ol’ milk chocolate is still my favorite!
Karen B
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:16 pm
3 cheers for Hersheys! Hugs are my favorite, followed by orange and cherry kisses, and then all the rest………..!
Joanne Schultz
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:18 pm
I love their symphony bars with almond and toffee!
Michele P.
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:26 pm
What a great corporate sponsor Hershey’s is! I have had a love for Hershey’s chocolate since I was young, first with kisses (OMG, they make them in So many flavors now, I love the peanut butter ones!) and then my fave, the classic Hershey’s chocolate bar. (many fond memories of making s’mores with those!)
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Phyllis L
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:31 pm
Yea!!!! for Hershey for sponsoring this race and for providing some much chocolate goodness.
karissa
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:37 pm
The Cherry Cordial kisses are awesome! dark chocolate with a creamy cherry center! yum!
gotta love them even more now knowing what a fantastic sponsor they are!
thanks for the chance!
curlycurlie
Oct 3, 2008 at 6:55 pm
What can I say? Again, it’s pink so I love it!
Favorite Herhsey Product….Twizzlers of course!
Leigh Nichols
Oct 3, 2008 at 7:13 pm
I LOVE LOVE LOVE all Hershey’s chocolates, but I have to say, their new Bliss chocolates are HEAVENLY!!
Jean F
Oct 3, 2008 at 7:20 pm
What a great prize! I love the Bliss chocolates - dark chocolate.
Sandy
Oct 3, 2008 at 7:46 pm
hersheys kisses..nom nom- ok name a hersheys product I do not like..oh wait that could be hard but my favorite is the kiss and have loved the variety of them they have had like the orange choclate, the almond and the strawberry but the plain is my favorite by far- put it on your tongue and savor the flavor
Sabrina
Oct 3, 2008 at 8:43 pm
Oh man, after reading all these comments I’m dying for some chocolate! And it would be Hershey’s Extra Dark.
Christine
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:03 pm
Hershey’s bar with almonds.
Mrs. B.
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:12 pm
I love plain, milk chocolatey Hershey bars!
Teri
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:13 pm
I am addicted to the Cherry Cordial kisses!!! After eating the entire bag in one evening, I should be the ONE on the bike!!! Thanks for the giveaway : )
Elizabeth M.
Oct 3, 2008 at 9:53 pm
Thank you Hershey’s for joining in and they made the cutest wrappers, didn’t they? I love the classic milk chocolate kisses!
Linda F
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:08 pm
I love Hershey’s chocolate. I enjoy so many of them that it is hard to pick a favorite. One of my top favorites would be Cacao Reserve Premium Dark Chocolate with nibs.
Dawn Yates
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:16 pm
Love the Hershey’s hugs! Hopefully all the attention and activities will remind women to do self-exams and have mammograms!
Susan Ledet
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Kisses for me!
Thank you for doing so much to promote Breast Cancer Awareness.
Carol J
Oct 3, 2008 at 10:31 pm
We all need chocolate, and after eating lots of Hershey’s, I will really need the jersey to get some exercise. Would love to win.
Kayce C
Oct 3, 2008 at 11:24 pm
I’d love to win.