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eBay for Charity and Council of Fashion Designers of America Partner to Fight Breast Cancer with 2018 'Fashion Targets Breast Cancer' Campaign


SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- eBay for Charity and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) are teaming up to fight breast cancer this October to support Fashion Targets Breast Cancer (FTBC), a charitable initiative of the CFDA Foundation that raises funds and awareness for breast cancer in the U.S. and internationally. Starting today through October 18 (8am PT) eBay shoppers and fashion-lovers alike can visit www.eBay.com/CFDA to browse exclusive and special-priced items, of which 100% of the proceeds will benefit Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.

eBay for Charity and the CFDA have partnered with fashionable tee shirt brand, Never Fully Dressed, to create their infamous

With the proceeds from Fashion Targets Breast Cancer, the CFDA Foundation provides meaningful help to all women concerned about and/or diagnosed with breast cancer by providing access to reliable health information and quality health care. To date, FTBC has raised more than $55 million dollars internationally, and garnered the support of the world's top fashion designers, models, photographers, celebrities, athletes and corporate partners. The CFDA Foundation works with The New York Community Trust to develop a focused grant-making program covering the critical areas of breast cancer screening, treatment and survival.

"Fashion Targets Breast Cancer will celebrate its 25th Anniversary in 2019. We are so pleased to partner with eBay for Charity this month to kick off our fundraising efforts," said Lisa Smilor, Executive Vice President of the Council of Fashion Designers of America and CFDA Foundation. "The world-wide reach of eBay helps to bring tremendous exposure to this important cause, and our participating designers."

"eBay for Charity enables millions of people to come together and to make an impact for the causes that are most important to them," said Brenda Halkias, General Manager of eBay for Charity. "With more than 3.5 million breast cancer survivors today, October marks a significant moment for those who have been touched by the disease. Together with the CFDA we're raising awareness and funds this month by bringing together the power of our communities to support Fashion Targets Breast Cancer."

Some of the special and luxurious items up-for-grabs:

VIP Sweepstakes and Experiences:

By donating either $10, $25, $50 or $75 to FTBC, shoppers will be entered to win a sweepstakes prize: 

The following (2) experiences are being offered by LA-based designers:

Support and shop this Breast Cancer Awareness month by visiting eBay.com/CFDA.

About the CFDA:
The Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc. (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association founded in 1962 with a membership of over 500 of America's foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry, and accessory designers. In addition to hosting the annual CFDA Fashion Awards, the organization owns the Fashion Calendar and is the organizer of the Official New York Fashion Week Schedule. It also offers programs which support professional development and scholarships. Member support is provided through the Strategic Partnerships Group, a group of high-profile companies offering designers strategic opportunities. The CFDA Foundation, Inc. is a separate, not-for-profit organized to mobilize the membership to raise funds for charitable causes and engage in civic initiatives. For more information, please visit www.CFDA.comfacebook.com/cfdainstagram.com/cfdatwitter.com/cfdacfda.tumblr.com, and youtube.com/cfdatv

More about eBay for Charity: 
To date, nearly $810 million dollars have been raised on eBay for Charity. eBay for Charity empowers their community to find their passions while also donating to causes they care about. eBay for Charity raised $84 million worth of donations for charities in 2017 and has set a goal to raise $1 billion for charity by 2020.

 

Exclusive items from leading fashion designers include APL sneakers, Kendra Scott jewelry bundle, Lulu Frost earrings, accessories from Colette Malouf and Jill Platner, advance signed copies of Dewey Nicks

By donating either $10, $25, $50 or $75 to FTBC, shoppers will be entered to win a sweepstakes prize. Cosabella: a luxury lingerie and sleepwear line, is offering one lucky lingerie-lover the opportunity to win a year's supply of intimates.

eBay for Charity (PRNewsfoto/eBay for Charity)

SOURCE eBay for Charity


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