Sophie's Going Bald!

$765 of $500 goal
Given by 37 generous donors in 4 weeks

Shaving my head to raise funds for the NZ Mental Health Foundation

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Robin Williams recent death was a shock to the world, but sadly, suicide of friends and loved ones affects many New Zealanders every year. This year I became one of those New Zealanders, and I have decided to raise awareness of depression, suicide and other mental health issues in New Zealand by shaving my head. If my actions can help one person have the courage to seek help or start a conversation with someone they care for then I'll be incredibly happy!

In the process, I hope to raise money for the Mental Health Foundation, to support all the work they do towards encouraging people to seek help when they are feeling vulnerable. Shaving my head will coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, 6-12 Oct 2014.

Not only that, but since I have rather a lot of hair I'll be donating it to be made into wigs for cancer patients, so it won't go to waste!

Please consider donating, every little bit helps. And don't forget to look out for each other. Thank you!

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Wendy Zhu
Wendy Zhu on 05 Oct 2014
$15
Britt Evans
Britt Evans on 05 Oct 2014
Good luck with your baldness Soph! Wish I had the ability to knit you a hat! xx
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Brianna
Brianna on 05 Oct 2014
Finally got round to donating. Awesome work Sophie I am very proud to call you my friend such a brave and kind thing to do :)
$20
Aimee Ward
Aimee Ward on 05 Oct 2014
Proud of you Sophie! Plus, you'll be gorgeous bald!!!! :-)
$25
J L Edwards
J L Edwards on 04 Oct 2014
Good on you Sophie!
$20

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This campaign started on 8 Sep 2014 and ended on 6 Oct 2014.