The year 2025 marked the eighth annual Oxnard Police Department Pink Patch Campaign. Each Fall, law enforcement agencies across the country participate in various ‘Pink Patch’-related efforts to raise funds and spread awareness for the battle against breast cancer. This year, Oxnard P.D. partnered with the Oxnard Police Community Foundation and local sponsors to raise funds through community “pop-up” fundraisers hosted at the Oxnard Police station, Oxnard Starbucks locations, Anytime Fitness, Raising Cane’s, and Ocean Air Credit Union. These efforts raised a total of $7,883.00 for the Ribbons of Life Breast Cancer Foundation, a local charity that provides support to breast cancer patients and survivors across Ventura County.
2025 O.X.P.D. Pink Patch Campaign Title Sponsors included: Stacy Miller Public Affairs Inc., Boyd & Associates Security, Ventura County Credit Union, and Raising Cane’s. These sponsors’ donations funded the production of pink patches and special Oxnard P.D. t-shirts that were sold at “pop-ups” throughout the month of October. T-shirts were printed at a discount by sponsor Napalm, Inc. An Oxnard P.D. patrol cruiser received a pink ribbon unit wrap to help raise awareness on the streets. This wrap was created by Vogue Signs and donated to the campaign by Tombstone Courage.
Throughout the course of the Oxnard Police Department’s eight-year participation in the Pink Patch campaign, the department has now raised over $97,383.00 for this important cause.
According to Oxnard Chief of Police Jason Benites, these efforts stem from the Oxnard Police Department and Oxnard Police Community Foundation’s goal of making a positive impact and creating important connections in our community. Benites stated, “We are proud to support this effort, which not only raises awareness for breast cancer, but also fosters a sense of unity and community. We will continue to support those who have fought, or are fighting this condition. Our officers and staff are committed to showing support for all those affected, and through our involvement, we hope to inspire others to take action and make a difference.”
2025 campaign sponsors noted:
“We are honored to support the O.P.C.F. breast cancer fundraiser once again, as we have proudly done since its inception,” said Stacy Miller, President, C.E.O. of Stacy Miller Public Affairs, Inc. (SMPA). “This event plays a vital role in raising awareness and providing resources for breast cancer prevention and treatment, and we’re proud to stand alongside O.P.C.F. in their commitment to the health and well-being of our community.”
“V.C.C.U.’s partnership with Oxnard Police Department reflects a genuine commitment to strengthening our community,” said Ventura County Credit Union President and C.E.O., Linda Rossi. “Ribbons of Life helps ensure that women, families, survivors, and thrivers across Ventura County continue to have strong, compassionate advocates working on their behalf.”
Oxnard Police Department Community Affairs Manager Paul Carganilla stated, “We are proud to support Ribbons of Life, because they are a groundroots organization who support breast cancer patients and survivors right here in Ventura County. The fact that we are raising funds to benefit our local community members is really important to us.”
Ribbons of Life (RoL) is a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Ventura, California, dedicated to supporting people affected by breast cancer through education, advocacy, emotional and social support within Ventura County. RoL operates entirely through unpaid professional volunteers and emphasizes grassroots community involvement. Additional information regarding the Ribbons of Life Breast Cancer Foundation and their services can be found on their website, www.ribbonsventura.org.