I'm shaving my head to support local kids with cancer

Natasha Salman is raising money for Lee Health Foundation

Barbara's Friends 3rd Annual Clips for Cancer · 14 September 2020

Supporters from the SWFL community shave their heads and raise funds to support children battling cancer and other blood disorders. Your donation to Barbara's Friends supports programs, services & equipment kids need at Golisano Children's Hospital.

Story

Witnessing my father treat so many children with cancer, I've seen how difficult and scary the battle is. These children are fighters, so resilient and strong. They are beautiful within; with or without hair. I want to remove my shield to stand in solidarity with those that had no choice to what has happened to them.

I am not a stranger to childhood cancer and the toll it takes on families. My father is Dr. Emad Salman, pediatric hematologist and oncologist who helped to build the pediatric cancer program at Golisano Children's Hospital. I, in many ways, grew up on the unit and met many of the children at Barbara's Friends events and other events benefiting the hospital.

"I couldn't talk her out of it, she wants to support me," said my dad. "I am humbled."

Emma Lockhart will be shaving Natasha's head. She was diagnosed at age 7 with acute lymphocytic leukemia. Today she is a wonderful artist and an absolute sweetheart!

For the past 25 years, Barbara's Friends has helped over 8,000 local SWFL kids with cancer and blood disorders from infancy to age 30. Since March 1, when COVID-19 began, more than 25 local children have been told they have cancer. Last year 49 children were diagnosed. The numbers are up. More families need your help. Please support our Shavees' by making a donation and share with your friends and family to make a difference in our community. Cancer doesn't care who, when or where. WE DO!

To learn more about the cause please visit BarbarasFriends.org

Donation summary

Total
US$1,415.00
Online
US$1,415.00
Offline
US$0.00

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