Breast Cancer Charity - Support and Awareness

Our History

Our organization was born from personal experience when both Darcy and her mother faced breast cancer diagnoses in 2023. During their treatment journeys, they discovered how many specialized items were needed—and how many barely-used items accumulated as treatment protocols varied. After completing treatment in early 2025, Darcy shared her vision on social media and quickly received donations of goods from women eager to help others. We officially incorporated as a nonprofit in 2025, dedicated to collecting and redistributing essential breast cancer treatment items like mastectomy bras, compression garments, and comfort clothing.

Today, we bridge the gap between those who have completed their journey and those just beginning, ensuring no one faces treatment without these vital comfort items.

Our Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors generously donates their time, expertise, and passion to support The Pink Exchange’s mission of helping women through their breast cancer journey, all having their first-hand experience with living though breast cancer treatment. Their volunteer leadership ensures that our organization remains community-driven, transparent, and focused on making a meaningful impact—every decision guided by compassion and commitment.

President: Darcy Polsinelli

Darcy serves as a Product Owner for Data and Reporting at a local insurance company, bringing expertise in data analysis and process optimization.

Her passion for this organization stems from personal experience navigating breast cancer in 2023—first as a caregiver for her mother, then facing her own diagnosis of Invasive Lobular Carcinoma. Through this journey, she identified a critical need: women accumulating essential care items during treatment with no system for redistribution afterward.

This insight inspired Darcy's vision to create a sustainable network connecting women completing treatment with those just beginning, ensuring valuable resources reach those who need them most.

An avid outdoor enthusiast, Darcy enjoys mountain biking and spending time with family while working toward her goal of returning to long-distance running.

Jaime is a committed board member with over 20 years of experience as an administrative assistant. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is known for her organizational skills, empathy, and collaborative spirit. Jaime’s personal journey through breast cancer treatment from October 2023 to February 2025 has deepened her dedication to wellness, and community support—values that align closely with our mission. Her resilience and compassion bring a unique and valuable perspective to our leadership team.

Outside of Work, Jaime is an avid reader who enjoys yoga, hiking, walking, and spending weekends at her camper. She’s always open to new experiences and values meaningful relationships and continuous personal growth.

“Comparison is the thief of joy” Theodore Roosevelt

Board Member: Jaime Hawley

Caroline is a professional esthetician, working in the Worcester area for over 26 years. Her passion is helping women feel happy, confident and comfortable in their own skin.

In August of 2021 Caroline was diagnosed with breast cancer, and she completed her treatment in October of 2022. During her recovery she became certified in Oncology Esthetics, a gentle, specialized approach to skincare for those undergoing or healing from cancer treatment.

Recognizing that the journey doesn't end when treatment does, Caroline started Fight Club in early 2024- a peer based support group in Central Massachusetts for women in all stages of treatment and recovery.

In her free time, Caroline enjoys gardening, cooking new recipes as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She cherishes time spent with her husband Tom, and her two grown daughters.