By Lee Team, a leading MEPF contractor in Southeast Wisconsin.
Together, we wear pink for hope, strength, and everyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Every Wednesday in October, Lee Mechanical team members proudly wear pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
For the third consecutive year, this companywide tradition has brought employees together to raise awareness, show support for those affected by breast cancer, and remind one another that no one faces the journey alone.
From the office to the jobsite, pink shirts serve as a visible symbol of hope, strength, and solidarity. What began as a simple way to show support has become a meaningful annual tradition, reflecting Lee Mechanical’s commitment to its team members, their families, and the communities it serves.
This year, the tradition carries additional significance. As part of its 50th anniversary $100,000 charitable giving initiative, Lee Mechanical made a $20,000 donation to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) on October 7, 2026, helping fund groundbreaking research aimed at preventing and curing breast cancer.
More Than a Pink Shirt
Breast cancer touches lives in countless ways. Some team members may have faced a diagnosis themselves, while others have supported a spouse, parent, sibling, friend, or loved one through treatment and recovery.
According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime. In 2026 alone, an estimated 321,910 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed among U.S. women.
By wearing pink each Wednesday, Lee Mechanical hopes to encourage conversations, increase awareness, and remind those impacted by breast cancer that they have a community standing behind them.
The tradition also serves as a reminder to our entire team to prioritize their health, encourage loved ones to do the same, and extend compassion to those facing challenges that may not always be visible.
We wear pink for those fighting, those who have survived, those we’ve lost, and the families and friends who stand beside them.
Turning Awareness into Action with a $20,000 Donation
On October 7, 2026, Lee Mechanical expanded its commitment with a $20,000 contribution to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, an organization dedicated to advancing research in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
The donation is part of Lee Mechanical’s 50th anniversary $100,000 giving initiative, celebrating five decades in business by investing in organizations and causes making a meaningful difference.
Since 1976, Lee Mechanical has recognized that its success is built on the people, relationships, and communities that have supported the company. This anniversary initiative is an opportunity to express that gratitude while investing in a healthier future.
Together, We Wear Pink for a Purpose
As October comes to a close, Lee Mechanical thanks every team member who has helped make this tradition meaningful for three consecutive years.
Each pink shirt represents something bigger than a single day or awareness campaign. It’s a reminder to support one another, prioritize our health, celebrate survivors, remember loved ones, and continue advocating for progress.
Together, we wear pink for hope, strength, and everyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer.
Lee Team
Founded in 1976, Lee Mechanical is a leading MEPF contractor in Southeast Wisconsin specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and refrigeration services. Our experienced professionals elevate commercial and industrial projects through trusted, high-quality solutions.
