Since October 2007, Benchmade has been donating a portion of profits on their Pink Griptilian folding knives to the Oregon Health and Science University's Breast Education Program to help fight breast cancer. The money raised has been used to promote community awareness and to train medical professionals. This month, Benchmade announced that the Pink Griptilian Program has been a success, and continues to raise money: "To date, Benchmade's Pink Griptilian Program has raised and donated over $10,000 with no signs of slowing down. Funds generated are helping to provide medical students, residents and practicing clinicians with standardized training in the early detection of palpable breast tumors. The program also helps educate the community on all related breast cancer issues." According to the American Cancer Society, North American women have the highest chance of developing invasive breast cancer in the world, with women in the U.S. having a 1 in 8 chance of developing it within their lives. (ref) Get mom a Pink Griptilian pocket knife for Mother's Day this year, and help fight breast cancer at the same time! "The right tool for the right cause." And don't forget gardeners and anyone who enjoys the outdoors who could use a folding knife in their pocket.