By
Brendan Wong
How to shave your head for cancer
Has COVID-19 made it hard for you to get your regular hair cut? How about turning it into an opportunity to raise money for cancer?
Shaving your hair is a bold statement of your commitment to a cancer free future and a powerful way to raise awareness.
The greatest way to do this is to host a fundraising event online that can be livestreamed by your family and friends. You won’t even need to leave the safety of your own home.
If this is your first time, we’ve got you covered with our step-by-step guide.
Step 1: Sign up for your head shave.
Go to our Do It For Cancer registration page and register your details. You can choose to register as a team with friends or family who can support you and help you stay motivated.
After a few days, one of our support team members will contact you and you’ll receive a welcome pack. This pack will help you get started and ensure you have everything you need to fundraise.
Step 2: Personalise your online fundraising page
When you register, you will get your own online fundraising page which you can personalise with stories and photos.
You can let people know why you are shaving your hair and how it will raise much needed funds for cancer research. You can even encourage your friends to join you by either shaving, cutting or colouring their hair.
You can also set a fundraising target on your page. No matter the amount, it will make a huge difference and be a huge achievement!
Step 3: Get the word out there
Let your friends and family know about your fundraising event by sharing the page on your social media platforms.
Set up a Facebook event page where you can invite your network and keep them notified of updates and event details.
If you want to give your supporters an extra incentive for donating, offer the largest donor the honour of shaving your locks!
Step 4: Do it! Shave your head
The day has arrived and you are probably feeling a little nervous about shaving your hair. It’s a big moment but you should be proud.
However you get your hair shaved, document the occasion by taking photos and videos. Do an Instagram/Facebook Live video or host a Zoom call so your friends and family can cheer you on.
Share the highlights on your social media accounts and don’t forget to email us as we’d love to see them.
We have a dedicated team who are here to help you and answer any questions you may have about hosting a fundraising event. We’d love to hear from you so contact us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do people shave their heads for cancer?
People shave their heads to show solidarity with people who have lost their hair due to cancer treatment. It’s a visible way of encouraging loved ones to join you in supporting cancer research.
What if I don’t want to shave my head?
No problems, you don’t need to shave your head. You can cut your hair, dye your hair or wax your legs to inspire your friends to support you.
How else can I raise money for cancer?
You can turn any idea into a fundraiser. To get your creative juices going, read our ways you can raise money for cancer.
What if I have more questions?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions, or give us a call on 1300 656 585 or email us.
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