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LAUNCHING SATURDAY 1 MARCH 2025
WORKPLACES, SCHOOLS, ORGANISATIONS, SELECTED MALLS
Shavathon is available throughout the year - Enquire at local CANSA Care Centre

Annual Mall Shavathons

CANSA’s Shavathon events have become so popular, that we have changed our focus from an annual national Shavathon at participating malls across the country, to participation through communities and corporates / workplaces all year round.

We greatly appreciate your support. Please note we will be hosting at fewer malls, however, if we have missed your favourite mall, please consider joining a community Shavathon event or hosting your own.

National Shavathon

CANSA will host our 23rd national Shavathon at selected Malls throughout South Africa on the Saturday, 1st March 2025. Certain events may take place on Sunday, 2nd March 2025 (consult event directory).

Bring your family members, friends or colleagues along to shave or spray in solidarity with cancer Survivors.

Stencils (subject to availability per venue) will add flair when you spray your hair and you can also show your support by making a hair donation which will be used to make wigs for cancer Survivors.

Limited edition CANSA Headwear will be sold for R60 per item (while stock lasts) and certificates of appreciation will be given to those who make hair donations of 25 cm or longer.

PARTICIPATING SHOPPING CENTRES

How Much?

Adults can shave or spray their head for a donation of R50 (or more) and children, under 12 years old, for R25.  All venues are equipped with the SnapScan or card machine payment options.. – the price has remained the same since the first Shavathon event was held!

Want to Help?

You can also volunteer in these ways to help make Shavathon a resounding success – see details here:

  • At your local mall’s Shavathon Event: assist with spraying, shaving, running errands, public registrations, etc
  • Generate excitement regarding the action you’ve decided to take at Shavathon – will you shave your head, cut it if a certain amount is raised by loved ones, donate a ponytail? Raise additional funds to support our care and support services by creating your own online fundraising project for Shavathon.
  • Upload your pics and videos to your Facebook, Twitter & Instagram accounts using the hashtag #CANSAShavathon

How Does It Work?

What Time will a Shavathon be held?

  • A public Shavathon event, at a mall, is usually open to the public from 09h00 to 15h00 (this may differ per venue – please check the event directory for details).
  • It is advisable to arrive early to avoid disappointment.

What Happens After I’ve Made a Donation?

  • After registration and making your donation, you will be asked to move to the area where your head will be shaved or sprayed. You can choose the length of your shave or the colours of your spray.
  • Please take note that CANSA Shavathon will no longer do a ‘clean shave’ due to risk factors – the lowest number you can shave is a number 1.
  • If you would like to donate your ponytail, our volunteers are equipped to accept your hair donations – they will snip it and package it for you! Please remember that your hair must be 25 cm or longer, clean & dry – treated or dyed hair may also be donated. 
  • The process could take between 15-60 minutes depending on the queue.

Queries

Queries may be directed to Anita Snyders asnyders@cansa.org.za 


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