What Is Drink Pink? Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Altocanna is proud to be part of Ayrloom's Drink Pink campaign. This post explains what the campaign is, who it supports and how you can take part in a thoughtful way, this October and beyond.
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What Is the Drink Pink Campaign?
Drink Pink is a campaign from Ayrloom, a cannabis beverage brand. Ayrloom says the campaign is back this year and runs all month long in October. According to Ayrloom, a portion of every can of its rosé sold during the month goes to breast cancer research and the Baldwin Fund.
The idea is built around everyday shopping. Instead of asking people to do something extra, Drink Pink connects a regular purchase to a cause. Altocanna carries Ayrloom, so shoppers in Tribeca and across Manhattan have an easy way to join in.
Why Breast Cancer Awareness Month Matters
Every October, communities across the country come together for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness, to support research and to remember the people who have been affected. Many of us know someone who has been touched by breast cancer, whether a family member, a friend, a coworker or a neighbor.
Awareness campaigns work in many forms: community events, fundraisers, social posts, charity walks and business campaigns like Drink Pink. Each one gives people a way to take part, and together they keep the conversation going well beyond a single month.
Who Benefits: Breast Cancer Research and the Baldwin Fund
Ayrloom names two beneficiaries for Drink Pink: breast cancer research and the Baldwin Fund.
The Baldwin Fund is a New York organization that raises money for cancer research. According to Spectrum News, it works with Upstate Medical University in Central New York to support research grants and the goal of a cancer institute at Upstate. Spectrum News reported that the fund has awarded more than $4 million to Upstate for research grants.
Ayrloom's own materials give the names of the beneficiaries but do not say how the funds are divided between them. For details about the campaign and the organizations, visit Ayrloom's website and the fund's own channels.
How to Evaluate Any Cause Campaign Before You Buy
Cause campaigns are everywhere in October, from coffee shops to clothing stores. A few questions can help you choose the ones that match your values:
- Who is donating? Is it the brand, the store or both?
- Who receives the money? Are the organizations named, and can you look them up?
- How is the donation calculated? Is it a percentage, a set amount or "a portion"?
- What are the dates? Does the campaign cover the whole month or only certain days?
- Where are the details? Look for information on the brand's website or social channels.
- Would you also like to give directly? A campaign is one way to give, and you can always donate straight to an organization.
Asking these questions is not about doubting a campaign. It is about making sure your support goes where you want it to go.
Ways to Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Drink Pink is one way to take part, and there are many others. If you want to do more this October, here are a few ideas:
- Learn from a trusted source. Organizations like the American Cancer Society share information for patients, families and supporters.
- Give directly. If you would like to donate, you can contribute to a research organization of your choice, including the Baldwin Fund, through its own channels.
- Check in on the people you care about. A call or a message can mean a lot to someone who has been affected.
- Share the cause. Tell friends and family about the campaign and the organizations behind it.
- Volunteer or join a community event. Many local groups hold walks, fundraisers and awareness events in October.
- Look for pink campaigns near you. Many local businesses run special promotions during the month, so you can support a cause while you do your regular errands.
Every effort counts, big or small.
Why Local Businesses Join Awareness Campaigns
Awareness months are not only for large organizations. Neighborhood businesses are part of daily life, and they are often where people first hear about a cause. A campaign like Drink Pink lets a local dispensary, a brand and its customers support something together without changing their routine.
For customers, it can be a simple way to feel connected to the community around them. For businesses, it is a chance to show what they care about. Either way, the most useful campaigns are clear about who is giving, who receives the funds and when the campaign runs, which is why we explained those points above.
Spreading the Word the Right Way
If you want to tell people about Drink Pink, keep in mind that cannabis is only for adults. Share the campaign with friends and family who are 21 or older, and focus the conversation on the cause. You can talk about the organizations, the dates and why Breast Cancer Awareness Month matters to you, and you can point people to Ayrloom's website for campaign details.
Please do not share cannabis products with anyone under 21, and keep any products locked up and away from children and pets. A good message is a simple one: this is a campaign that supports research, and it is for adults who choose to take part.
Community Giving at Altocanna
Altocanna is a licensed CAURD dispensary at 110 Chambers St in Tribeca. We are a majority women owned and social justice owned business, and community matters to us. We like to pair good products with good causes when we can, and Drink Pink is a simple example: a neighborhood dispensary, a brand with a campaign and a month of giving.
We are glad to support Ayrloom's campaign, and we are always looking for new ways to connect with the neighborhood. Follow our blog for more community news.
Learn More and Find Support
- American Cancer Society: cancer.org offers information for patients, families and supporters.
- The Baldwin Fund: read the Spectrum News coverage of its work with Upstate Medical University.
- Ayrloom: visit ayrloom.com for the brand's campaign details.
This post is not medical advice. If you have personal health questions, please talk with a healthcare professional.
Visit Altocanna
Altocanna, 110 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007 (Tribeca). Phone: (212) 933 4737. You must be 21 or older to purchase cannabis in New York. Learn more about Altocanna or visit our FAQs.
Drink Pink FAQ
What is Drink Pink?
Drink Pink is Ayrloom's October campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to Ayrloom, a portion of every can of its rosé sold during the month goes to breast cancer research and the Baldwin Fund.
Who runs the Drink Pink campaign?
Ayrloom runs the campaign. Altocanna carries Ayrloom, so purchases made at Altocanna count toward it. The donation is made by Ayrloom.
Does Altocanna donate to the campaign?
The campaign and the donation come from Ayrloom. Altocanna sells the product and does not set the donation amount.
How long does Drink Pink last?
Drink Pink runs all month long in October. For the latest, ask our team in store or check Ayrloom's website.
Who is the Baldwin Fund?
The Baldwin Fund is a New York organization that raises money for cancer research. According to Spectrum News, it works with Upstate Medical University in Central New York to support research grants and a planned cancer institute.
How much of each sale goes to charity?
Ayrloom says "a portion" of every can of rosé sold goes to breast cancer research and the Baldwin Fund. The flyer does not state an amount, so please visit Ayrloom's website for details.
What is Breast Cancer Awareness Month?
It is a yearly observance each October when communities across the country raise awareness and support research on breast cancer.
How can I support breast cancer research besides Drink Pink?
You can donate directly to an organization such as the Baldwin Fund, learn from a trusted source like the American Cancer Society, check in on people you care about, share the cause or join a local event.
Where can I buy the Ayrloom rosé in the campaign?
Altocanna in Tribeca carries it. You must be 21 or older.
Why do businesses run campaigns during Breast Cancer Awareness Month?
Many businesses join awareness campaigns to support a cause that matters to their customers and communities. Drink Pink is one example from a cannabis beverage brand.
Is this post medical advice?
No. It is for general information. If you have personal health questions, please talk with a healthcare professional.















