Surfside Police Chief Charles R. Press has been selected as one of 14 ambassadors in Miami-Dade County for the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign, a fundraising initiative to support breast cancer awareness and research.
Chief Press is launching a social media effort to encourage community support and provide an easy way for residents to donate. His fundraising goal is $2,500, of which he has already pledged the first $100.
“On a personal note, my family has been affected in myriad ways by this scourge of a disease,” Chief Press said. “Therefore, I will do everything possible to contribute to this program and beat this illness. I am sincerely grateful to all those who are willing to help and donate to this worthy cause.”
The “Real Men Wear Pink” program brings together community leaders each year to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research, patient support, and prevention efforts.