“To commemorate Hair for Hope’s 20th anniversary, 20 brave members of the Nexus community came together to shave their heads and make a bald statement for children with cancer, conveying a key message that they are not alone, and we are always rooting for their recovery.
Hair for Hope is the Children’s Cancer Foundation (CCF)’s annual fundraising campaign for children with cancer. By shaving their heads, participants help to raise awareness of childhood cancer and the many side effects of cancer treatment, which include hair loss and lowered self-esteem. The symbolic gesture shows children that being bald is not something they should be ashamed of or embarrassed about.
Nexus has participated in Hair for Hope as a satellite partner since 2018. This event holds a special meaning for the school and its community as we continue this tradition in loving memory of Joseph, one of our learners who fought his battle with cancer bravely. Joseph was a beloved part of our Nexus community, and we hope to continue his legacy with courage and strength to support other children who face the same struggle as he did.
In total, our shavees helped to raise over $22,400 this year. We thank the Nexus community for their generous support and donations from the bottom of our hearts and we are glad to have raised awareness and funds for such an important cause. We hope our learners’ bravery will inspire others to follow in their footsteps and continue the legacy of supporting one another and those in need because no effort is too small and everyone has the potential to create positive change.”
