Cansa’s shavathon to hit your shopping centre soon
This annual event takes place on February 25 at various shopping centres as Cansa continues its efforts to raise awareness about various cancers.
Cansa needs your support for its 20th annual Shavathon fundraiser that will take place at shopping centres across SA on February 25.
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It’s that time of the year to shave, spray and donate to the organisation., Certain venues will also host events on February 26.
Workplaces, businesses, clubs, organisations and schools can host events from February 27 to March 31.
Shavathon is a highlight on the Cansa calendar because it brings families, friends and colleagues together in solidarity with cancer survivors.
Hair loss is a common side effect of cancer treatment, so participants show support by donating a fee to shave or spray their hair.
Elize Joubert, the Cansa CEO, said, “We’re overwhelmed to still be running our Shavathon after all these years, more so for the ongoing enthusiasm of South Africans to support it.
The support we receive from the community makes it possible to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this fundraiser.
“We’re inviting all and asking, ‘What will you do for a cancer survivor?’ Join us in showing support for a cancer survivor, patient, or warrior.”
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He encouraged those who had previously supported the campaign to share their stories, moments, memories and photos with Cansa on their website. Just detail why the event is special.
Shaving or spraying hair in various colours requires a donation fee of R50 per adult and R25 for children younger than 12.
The funds raised will go to providing Cansa’s education and screening initiatives and care and support service to cancer patients and loved ones.
Stencils are available to add fun designs when spraying hair, and hair donations will go toward making wigs for cancer survivors.
The colour spray is safe to use and made of vegetable dye. It comes out when washing the hair.
A limited edition certificate of honour will go to those who make hair donations of 25cm or longer. Limited edition Cansa headwear is available for R55 per item (while stock lasts).
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In the past two decades, media personalities like Mark Pilgrim have given their time, talents and support to Cansa.
This year, Rozanne McKenzie, presenter, MC and co-host of Jacaranda FM’s The Drive Show with Rob and Roz, lends her voice to the Shavathon hype. Platinum-selling
artist and musician Daniel Baron pledged his support with a song, A Lion’s Heart, written for his cousin who died from cancer aged 14.
The first Shavathon took place at the Crazy Zebra in Gqeberha in 2003.
To host an event as an individual or workplace, register and order Shavathon products through the Cansa eShop.
Joubert challenges workplaces and organisations to partake in the event.
“See which department or branch can raise the most funds or collect the most hair donations.
Teams can compete against each other by creating an online fundraising page per team on our Shavathon event page on GivenGain. Our top corporate team raising the most funds will win a prize.
“And if you are working from home, you can join in by paying a Bail Out Fee online.”
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Online participants can share on their social media pages using #CANSAShavathon. Top fundraisers stand a chance to win awesome prizes.
To find a venue, see the Participating Shopping Centres listed online.
