It seems there is always some cause or another asking for monetary support, which can leave you overwhelmed and unsure of which one to give your hard-earned money to.
But, if there is one cause that will always receive support from me (in some form or another) it is Cansa’s annual Shavathon – not only a good cause, but a lot of fun to participate in as well!
Where else can you go and receive a haircut, or spray your hair in funky yellows, greens, pinks, blues and oranges, for a small donation of only R50? The annual Shave-a-thon events took place on February 24 at some of the local malls, and the theme for this year is ‘Be colourfully kind’.
There will also be opportunities for corporate companies, schools, churches or any other individual, to partake in this initiative from February 26 to March 29. For more information visit https://shavathon.org.za/how-to-organise-your-own-shavathon-event/.
You might ask yourself, “What difference might this gesture make? It will not cure someone with cancer.” To be honest, this is quite probably the truth, but my question is, “Why not?” It might not bring about a miracle cure, but, for that one day (and the time it takes your hair to grow back) you will be able to show someone who has had to either battle cancer and won the battle, or someone who has maybe lost a loved one to this disease, that you care.
For me, showing this support is quite personal. I had to say goodbye to a family member who battled this disease, through my journey as a community journalist, I also came to know two very brave girls battling with this disease. It is because of all of them, that I will always show my bright and bold support.
If you participated in any of the Shavathons that took place at the various malls this past weekend, send your photos and reasons why you did it to roodepoortrecord@caxton.co.za/ northside@caxton.co.za.
Until next week …
