The Hairless Heroes Challenge
"My friend Ellie shaved my head for me. Ellie is the mum of my friend Toni who passed away in 2008 at 15 years old after fighting Ewings Sarcoma.
When I decided to shave my hair, I asked Ellie who she would like me to raise money for and she chose Redkite.
Redkite helped Ellie through Toni’s battle with cancer and also put money towards Toni’s funeral".
Shannon Fursey - A Hairless Hero
How it works
Spread the word
Let everyone know you’ll be going hairless in October and ask family, friends and workmates to sponsor you.
Shave, cut or wax!
Meet Peter and Eli
"To pick up the pieces for us, it’s exactly what we needed."
A cancer diagnosis is devastating for any child’s family; but for their siblings, it can be especially hard. When Peter and Jennifer were told their baby Eli had a neuroblastoma (a rare form of paediatric cancer) at just six weeks old, their three other children took it badly.
Their parents spent the next three months with baby Eli in hospital, which took its toll on their older children. So their Redkite social worker sat them down with a picture book about cancer and how chemotherapy affects children and their hair. Peter, meanwhile, read the stories on the Redkite website, which gave him much-needed hope.
“The hardest thing was not knowing what to expect” says Jennifer. “To have an organisation that is there to pick up the pieces for us, it’s exactly what we needed. We’re just so grateful.”
Your questions answered
Is there an age limit for taking part?
No. Anyone can take part but if you are under 18 you'll need to get your parents consent.
What will the money I raise be used for?
The money raised through Hairless Heroes Challenge will ensure that Redkite can continue to give families the strength they need to face childhood cancer.
How can I sponsor someone taking part?
First search for the participant on this page, then: a) arrive at their online fundraising page; b) click or tap the red “Donate” button; c) complete the form with your payment details. We’ll email you with a tax-deductible receipt.
