INDIANA – As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is reminding customers across the country, including those in Indiana, that they can contribute directly to finding a cure simply by purchasing a Breast Cancer Awareness Month stamp.
The Breast Cancer Research semipostal stamp, priced at 90 cents, is available year-round and is designed to raise funds for research efforts. Since its release in 1998, the stamp has generated approximately $98 million for the cause.
How the Semipostal Stamp Works
The Breast Cancer Research stamp is a self-adhesive, First-Class Mail semipostal product sold in sheets of 20. The current purchase price of 90 cents is higher than the standard First-Class Mail postage rate for a 1-ounce letter. The difference between the pu