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Riko's Pizza raises more than $26K for breast cancer research

Rico Imbrogno, CEO of Riko’s Pizza, and Riko’s staff present a donation of $26,500 to Breast Cancer Alliance. Photo: Riko's Pizza

December 30, 2024

Connecticut-based Riko's Pizza raised $26,500 for Breast Cancer Alliance during its annual Go for Pink Campaign in October, according to a press release.

GoForPink is BCA's month-long initiative during Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, during which partners throughout the country donate a percentage of proceeds to BCA. One hundred percent of proceeds from this initiative will go directly to the funding of innovative, cutting-edge breast cancer research in 2025.

Riko's Pizza donated 10% of all sales on Tuesday to BCA and raised $26,500 this year to support Breast Cancer Alliance. Riko's also sold co-branded pink t-shirts, used specially-designed pink pizza boxes for takeout orders and hosted dedicated events at select locations.

"We are incredibly grateful to Rico, Luigi, and the entire Riko's Pizza team for their partnership over the past three years and their unwavering dedication to BCA's mission, " Karen Colella, BCA president, Board of Directors, said in the press release. "The generosity of the Riko's team and their loyal customers was truly inspiring. Through their efforts, such as providing pink pizza boxes and selling pink t-shirts throughout October, they not only raised awareness about breast cancer but also contributed vital funds that will support cutting-edge breast cancer research, breast surgical fellowships, and screening and support for underserved communities."

Rico Imbrogno, co-founder and CEO of Riko's Pizza, said his brand is a proud supporter of the BCA programs and the team was thrilled to raise more than $26,000.

"We couldn't have raised these funds without all our dedicated franchisees and incredibly generous customers. Since partnering with the amazing BCA team, our pink pizza boxes and 'Dough-Nation' Tuesdays have become a staple that our staff and customers look forward to every October," he said in the press release. "Riko's is committed to the communities and people in the towns where we live and work, and this initiative is just one of the many ways we can give back. We're extremely grateful for all the positivity and support we received in October to make this goal a reality."