For the ninth year in a row, the Ridgefield Police Department (RPD) is participating in the Pink Patch Project, a worldwide campaign raising awareness and funds to support those affected by breast cancer.
Throughout October, RPD officers will wear a limited-edition pink version of the department’s shoulder patch in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Patch sales raise funds for the Pink Lemonade Project, a local nonprofit supporting all communities affected by breast cancer with vital outreach, education, screening, financial assistance, support groups, mentors and community.
Officer Kaylin Debiak led the 2026 project for RPD and revealed the design at the City Council meeting on Thursday, September 24, following a presentation of a Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation to Pink Lemonade Project.
The patch features nine stars, representing each year Ridgefield has participated in the Pink Patch Project. Shades of blue move through the background, reflecting the past, present and future of the City. Ridgefield’s signature sandhill crane, Carty, flies prominently across the center, representing the community and the pride RPD officers have in serving Ridgefield. Finally, a pink ribbon at the center serves as a reminder of the reason officers participate in the campaign each year: supporting those affected by breast cancer.
“Breast cancer has affected so many in our community, including people we work alongside, people we love, and people we serve,” said Officer Debiak. “We are so grateful that over the past nine years of this project our community has continued to show up and support this project, and the work of Pink Lemonade Project, making a difference right here in Southwest Washington.”
RPD officers will wear the patches and display pink awareness ribbons on their vehicles throughout October to help spread awareness and spark conversation. City staff across all departments will also show their support by wearing pink on Wednesdays.
Patches go on sale Oct. 1 at the Ridgefield Police Department, 101 Mill Street, Suite 110, and City Hall, 230 Pioneer Street. They will also be available at participating local businesses, including Seasons Coffee, Ridgefield Floral, The Neighborhood Refuge, Lava Java, Brewed Awakenings, BevRidge Public, and Taps Beer Reserve.
A limited number of patches are available. Pick one up for $10 each this October and help support the important work of the Pink Lemonade Project.
“As you see us in the community with our pink patches this October, I hope you see the pride we have in this tradition and in the Ridgefield community,” said Officer Debiak. “Consider joining us by purchasing a 2026 Pink RPD Patch.”
Information provided by the city of Ridgefield.
