Why am I shaving my head, and why should you care?

A challenge among friends 25 years ago has become the largest volunteer movement to Conquer Kids’ Cancer. This year, I’m joining thousands of others to shave my head to raise money for childhood cancer research!

Did you know, 1 in 5 kids diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. won’t survive? For those who do, more than 96% have severe or life-threatening conditions by the time they are 50.

Each shaved head, every dollar donated, creates a ripple effect of progress for kids with cancer.

Your gift will give kids and their families hope, supporting the best research across the country, through the largest charity funder of childhood cancer research grants, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. 

On a more personal note, I have been friends with many people affected by childhood cancer. I’m shaving in honor of Andrew Sugalski. He attended the school that my mom used to work at and they grew a good bond. After his passing, we were all deeply hurt for him and his family. That feeling prompted me to want to take action in helping boost research in childhood cancer. I’m also a member of LLS (Lymphoma and Leukemia Society). I am doing my part to help those people effected by cancer. 

Together, let’s give these kids the lifetime they deserve. Thank you for your support!