CHURCHER’S College Junior School pupil Jake Barnes has said farewell to his long locks for two children’s cancer charities.
So far, his effort has raised more than £675.
The hair itself has been donated to The Little Princess Trust and the money to Children with Cancer UK.
Ten-year-old Jake was inspired by a friend’s cancer diagnosis last year and wanted to do something to make a difference.
The Little Princess Trust make wigs for children having cancer treatment and Children with Cancer UK raises awareness, conducts research and supports young cancer patients and their families.
Jake said: “I grew my hair especially to be cut off and made into a wig for children who have lost theirs due to cancer treatment.
“If you want to do the same thing as me your hair needs to be at least seven inches long.
“I grew my hair for six months and had it cut in January. My hair will be donated to the Little Princess Trust.
“I also wanted to raise money to donate to Children with Cancer UK as they do really important work.”
To promote his cause during the six-month growing, Jake made a poster which Petersfield hair salon Salon Sixteen put up for customers to see alongside a donation box.
Salon Sixteen also cut Jake’s hair for no charge to help the cause.
Family and friends have also donated and to date have raised £250 in cash, as well as the amount donated at JustGiving – making a total of more than £675.
To make a donation, visit Jake’s JustGiving page at: www.justgiving.com/jakehbarnes
For more information about the Little Princess Trust visit the website: www.littleprincesses.org.uk
For information about Children with Cancer UK visit the website: www.childrenwithcancer.org.uk