 Robert Milkins
When Robert, 55 in the pro world rankings, takes on Allister Carter (ranked number 5) on Sunday, he will be donning a tailor-made, pink waistcoat and bow tie, to encourage people nationwide to get involved in organising pink-themed fundraising activities.
Robert says: “I’m supporting the Pink Fridays campaign as our manager lost his sister to breast cancer six years ago, and it is a cause very close to our hearts. By raising awareness of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the importance of campaigns like Pink Fridays, vital funds can be generated to support the 46,000 people diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the UK.”
Stephen Lee (25 in the pro world rankings) and Michael Wasley (number two under 19 player in Europe) will also be wearing pink waistcoats at future tournaments to continue their wish to raise awareness for the cause.
Getting involved with Pink Fridays is easy to do and anything goes – as long as it’s pink-themed and gives you that ‘Friday feeling’! And, like Robert, you don’t have to just stick to Fridays, you can choose to give a Sunday or even a ‘blue’ Monday that Friday touch with a Pink Fridays fundraiser. With five Fridays in October, there is plenty of time to organise a fun activity at home, school or in the workplace – why not wear something pink to your morning meetings, or get your fellow sports team to wear pink kit at the next team game?
Breast Cancer Care’s Director of Fundraising and Marketing, Murray Lindo, said: “We are thrilled that Robert is getting pinked up at the Grand Prix to support Breast Cancer Care. All funds raised are vitally important in enabling us to provide free information and support services for anyone diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK.”
Register now for a free Pink Fridays fundraising kit, full of party ideas and fundraising tips. Visit www.pinkfridays.org.uk or call 0870 164 9422.
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