The Smile of Arran is a UK based charity that supports children and families who have been affected by a brain tumour. The charity was created in memory of an extremely inspiring young man, Arran Tosh, who devastatingly lost his life to a brain tumour aged 13. The Smile of Arran works alongside the Brain Tumour Charity to support pioneering research into new treatments and bettering the understanding of brain cancers. 

On 7th February this year I will be shaving my hair off to raise money for The Smile of Arran Trust. I will also be donating my hair to The Little Princess Trust where it will be made into a wig for a child that is battling cancer. 

I am a student paediatric nurse and have recently completed a placement in the oncology ward where I met lots of inspiring children and young people. I seen first hand the difference that the various charities make for the children and their families which is what encouraged me to donate what I can. I chose the Smile of Arran Trust because it is a charity which is close to my heart. 

Any donation you can give, no matter how big or small, is massively appreciated! Thank you. 

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