...we wanted to leave you with a few other fabulous products and generous companies doing their part this month and every October to help fight the cancer that seems to affect us all!  We hope you enjoyed all our "Pink" posts this month, today will be the last day to comment on what you did to support Breast Cancer Awareness for a chance to win an Ann Veronica tote bag filled with goodies!  (Winner will be chosen tomorrow randomly from all our amazing entries this month!)

Having a party?  These pink Party in a Box kits from Foundation Studio are perfect for girls night out parties, breast cancer survivor events, girlie birthday parties, etc.  $10 from every purchase goes towards the ReThink Breast Cancer Foundation.  We have a girls get together every couple months, I may need to stock up on these!

Who doesn't like Hershey's Kisses? 

My kids go crazy over them, I GO CRAZY OVER THEM!  And with Halloween only a day away and as I droll while writing this post, I think I need to go out and buy a bag now!
For the fourth year in a row, Hershey turns pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month and during this time, the iconic Hershey®’s Kisses® Brand Milk Chocolates, Hershey®’s Nuggets Chocolates, Hershey®’s Syrup, York® Peppermint Patties and Reese’s® Peanut Butter Cup Miniatures will feature pink packaging to showcase the company’s commitment to educating women.  (Found at retail stores nationwide)

And Finally...
...a limited edition alli Weight loss product with a pink carrying case!  alli is a proud sponsor of Breast Cancer Network of Strength. To show their commitment to supporting women's health, alli has made a donation of $150,000 in support of Network of Strength's efforts to provide emotional relief to people touched by breast cancer through its YourShoes™ 24/7 Support Center, which includes a hotline staffed by survivors, with interpretation in 150 languages.
If you or someone you know would like to speak with a survivor, please contact the Support Center by calling 1-800-221-2141. (alli products are sold in drug stores nationwide)

My family and I went to the ice cream shop last night, we treated the kids to an ice cream dinner!  Needless to say Mom and Dad were a huge hit for the evening!  My husband and I also indulged in a tasty, HUGE, waffle bowl filled with Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream.  It's definitely a "treat" for us, we never splurge on ice cream, but what if I could have a little taste of my favorite mint chocolate chip without having to go buy an expensive ice cream cone? 

Baskin-Robbins did some smart thinking and came up with a line of hard and soft ice cream flavored candies to satisfy the sweet tooth in kiddies AND adults!  These would be great in a candy dish in the office, in your purse for a quick fix, OR perfect for Halloween treats!  They also come in sugar free; you could be a hit with moms for the kids Fall Treat goodie bags by NOT giving chocolate bars galore! 

Try this new spin on candy; Oh, this may also help those lactose challenged individuals who want the taste of creamy ice cream but without the pain afterwards.  I fall in that category for sure!
Available in Mint Chocolate Chip, Very Berry Strawberry, and Cookies N' Cream.

As I sit and type this early in the morning, I realize I have not eaten breakfast yet and these next tasty treats are making me drool!  Two more fantastic companies doing their part to contribute and raise awareness for Breast Cancer research. 

Fretzels by Jill are hand-dipped gourmet chocolate covered pretzels, YUM!!  $5 from every sale of the Pink Fretzels this month will be donated to the Susan G. Komen foundation.  These beautiful little boxes with the yummy treats inside would make fabulous gifts!  Support breast cancer research and satisfy your sweet tooth all with one purchase!  (Oh, and Fretzels by Jill also has some festive Halloween boxes, get some and share with your kiddies!)

But before you snack, make sure you eat breakfast, and if you are in Southern CA, stop by your local Panera Bread to purchase a Pink Ribbon Bagel (yes, this bagel is actually shaped like a pink ribbon).  Portions of all proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, LA Breast Cancer Alliance, and various other local charities.

I'm starving now just thinking about these companies and their delicious Food!
Our month end contest is still running!  Don't forget to leave us a comment on any of our Breast Cancer posts for a chance to win the tote bag filled with goodies!

Welcome to October, and Breast Cancer Awareness month!  All throughout this month, The Winning Pitch is going to bring you a bunch of fabulous companies doing their part to raise awareness on good breast health and fighting the battle.  Stay tuned for one awesome giveaway towards the end of the month (where this next feature will be included with many others)!

Our first feature of the month had to be on something you use everyday, Folgers Coffee.  This limited edition pink canister can be purchased at groceries stores nationwide throughout October.  Folgers has partnered with the National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc. to support breast cancer research, prevention, and education.

Join in the fight on a daily basis, make this pink canister the first thing you see every morning!  Check out their website where you can learn more; tips for good breast health, statistics on breast cancer, and make sure to send your family and friends a Folgers "Wake Up Call" to remain them about breast health!

Leave us a comment, whether it be on today's post or any of our future Breast Cancer Awareness posts this month, to be entered in our month-end giveaway:  a tote bag filled with fantastic goodies generously donated by companies you will see on The Winning Pitch all month long!  Comment on what part you play in fighting the battle of breast cancer. 

Have you heard of Project 7?  A recently launched (creative concept) bottled water company donating 50% of profits to benefit 7 areas of social change.  I say creative concept because EVERYONE purchases bottled water at some point!  So what better product to market for SEVEN worthy causes.

Heal the sick, House the homeless, Save the Earth, Feed the hungry, Help those in need, Build the future, and Hope for peace.  They have a cause for everyone; there's something that matters to you, even if it's only one, on that list.  Gang violence, AIDS relief efforts, Being GREEN, orphanages, and so on, one company willing to help so many needs.

Help "Change the Score" as a consumer, as a volunteer, or with a donation.  Check out their site, an abundance of information on the causes and the company.  I'm always looking for more charitable shopping experiences and (hate to say it) but easy ways to donate to a greater good, this is perfect!   

Just one episode and I was hooked!  I have never been one to watch cooking shows but as a "tester" in the kitchen myself {meaning there have been plenty meals in my house that have looked amazing but tasted horrible} this show is perfect for me...and anyone else in America looking for simple, easy to follow recipes that have been tested and proved to taste exceptional!

"America’s Test Kitchen is a real 2,500 square foot test kitchen located just outside of Boston that is home to more than three dozen full-time cooks and product testers. Our mission is simple: to develop the absolute best recipes for all of your favorite foods. To do this, we test each recipe 30, 40, sometimes as many as 70 times, until we arrive at the combination of ingredients, technique, temperature, cooking time, and equipment that yields the best, most-foolproof recipe."

Beef Stroganoff was tested at our house, and approved by even the 2 year old!  Check out their website and Season 8 on public TV.

There comes a time each month when all women want to do is eat chocolate. And potato chips. And maybe ice cream. But definitely chocolate.

And what better way to fill that need than with homemade chocolate chip cookies?

Smitten Kitchen is at it again, this time sharing her all-time favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.

If the recipe description doesn't get you drooling, her beautiful photography will. I know what I'm making this weekend!

Enjoy!

It's ok to cheat on your diet, as long as you cheat with the right things. But let's be honest, sometimes a girl needs some chocolate, am I right?

Hungry Girl has provided us with a list of mouth-watering goodies that are only 100 calories. That's right, only 100!

So what made the list? Cupcakes, cookies and popcorn. Seriously! In the right portions, this stuff really is OK.

Check out her full list here and happy cheating, er, eating.

We all know that diet and exercise are an important part of reaching our weight goals, but let's be honest, diet food can get boring. Quick.

Funnymoods has a cure for that. Check out her list of diet-friend and tasty recipes.

The 2-point pizza looks good!

Ingredients:
1 Western Bagel The Alternative Bagel, Roasted Onion
1 wedge The Laughing Cow cheese, Light Garlic & Herb
2 tbsp. canned tomato sauce
salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder; to taste

Directions:
Slice bagel in half, and spread cheese wedge evenly over both halves. Season sauce to taste with salt, pepper and spices. Spread sauce over the cheese. Place bagel halves in the toaster oven and toast for about 5 minutes, until sauce is hot and bagel is crispy. (If you don’t have a toaster oven, you can pop ‘em in the oven at 450 degrees and cook until hot ‘n crispy.) If you like, season the tops as you would a regular slice. Now chew!

MAKES 1 SERVING