[twirlagig]

Hi all, just wondering are many of ye getting involved in this this year? As someone who has lost a few family members and friends to this dreaded disease, I, for one, am getting on board

[Storminateacup]

What is it

[Lola92]

Here is a link!

In short:

Today FM's Shave or Dye is an annual charity drive to benefit the Irish Cancer Society. Our inaugural campaign in 2010 saw Today FM presenters ask listeners to sponsor them to shave and dye their hair, and in turn ask them to do the same. The response was phenomenal, as people across the length and breadth of the country raised more than €800,000 for the Irish Cancer Society.

[x Purple Pawprints x]

My bf and his dad are because his dad was treated for cancer recently. I think I might be too.

[Ayla]

I'm shaving my head and then donating my hair (all 7-10" of it) to littleprincess.co.uk so they can use it to help make a wig for a child.

Looking for financial donations if anyone can help out....

[Fluorescence]

I dye my hair so often that I don't think anyone would sponsor me for doing so at this stage . I have to raise money for charity in other ways!

[twirlagig]

Originally Posted by Jane_LS_88

My bf and his dad are because his dad was treated for cancer recently. I think I might be too.

Good for you!

Originally Posted by Ayla

I'm shaving my head and then donating my hair (all 7-10" of it) to littleprincess.co.uk so they can use it to help make a wig for a child.

Looking for financial donations if anyone can help out....

Fair play - about 10" of mine too!

[Stheno]

One of my female colleagues is going to shave her head if she hits a certain fundraising target from all of her colleagues

[Posy]

Originally Posted by Ayla

I'm shaving my head and then donating my hair (all 7-10" of it) to littleprincess.co.uk so they can use it to help make a wig for a child..

I never knew people did this!

[baby and crumble]

I'm really tempted to do this this year. I've ALWAYS wanted to shave my head for charity, and I lost my Mam coming up on 3 years ago to cancer, and my best friend had a scare at the same time (luckily her treatment worked while my Mum's didn't, but it could easily me losing both of them, which scared the bejeesus out of me!), along with other members of my family, we all know how horrible and evil cancer is. I'd like to do something to help, even if it's just a little.

[twirlagig]

Originally Posted by baby and crumble

I'm really tempted to do this this year. I've ALWAYS wanted to shave my head for charity, and I lost my Mam coming up on 3 years ago to cancer, and my best friend had a scare at the same time (luckily her treatment worked while my Mum's didn't, but it could easily me losing both of them, which scared the bejeesus out of me!), along with other members of my family, we all know how horrible and evil cancer is. I'd like to do something to help, even if it's just a little.

I've been tempted for years too. Finally taking the plunge this year! Have got masses of support from friends and family - not actually doing it for a few weeks but am all set to go, registered and all. Feel really glad that I decided now.
@baby - whatever you decide, good luck

[tatumkelly]

I'd really encourage people to get involved this year. I had my head shaved as part of last year's campaign (my hair was just past my shoulders ) It was brilliant, everyone reacted so positively and I raised a lot of cash for an incredible charity.

You can donate €2 by texting the word SHAVE to 57080

[twirlagig]

Originally Posted by tatumkelly

I'd really encourage people to get involved this year. I had my head shaved as part of last year's campaign (my hair was just past my shoulders ) It was brilliant, everyone reacted so positively and I raised a lot of cash for an incredible charity.

You can donate €2 by texting the word SHAVE to 57080

What was it like getting it done tatum? I've raised a good few quid already and Im getting kinda excited about getting it done - must feel weird though

[Tigger99]

Fair play folks. i'll def send a few texts to donate. Any idea how much of the €2 goes to charity?

[twirlagig]

Originally Posted by Tigger99

Fair play folks. i'll def send a few texts to donate. Any idea how much of the €2 goes to charity?

Was curious about that too, just found this after a google!

Terms and Conditions -18+ Bill payers permission, Text SHAVE to 57080, standard network charges apply. Texts cost €2 per message received, SP Oxygen8, CP TodayFM Customer care 0818286606. All proceeds with the exception of VAT and operator admin fees will be donated to The Irish Cancer Society. Donation line closes at midnight on 31st March 2012. Charity Number CHY5863.