shane's fundraiser for Caritas Care

shane staker is raising money for Caritas Care

shavin my head in awareness of mental health · 12 September 2025

Celebrating 90 years, our vision remains strong - to create chances, choices & opportunities for people to live the best lives they can. We work to: find families for children in care; provide opportunities &support for people with disabilities; combat social isolation; Increase community engagement

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i will be shaving my head in awareness of young peoples mental health and the importance of addressing the matter

Shaving my head symbolizes the raw, visible vulnerability many young people feel inside. It’s a call for public organizations to stop hiding behind policies and start prioritizing real, accessible mental health support.

i have witnessed too many cases of poor mental health that has just been ignored like its nothing. and i feel that places with the appropriate facilities to help young people should have an obligation to do anything possible to try and help a young person out.

the thing that made me want to start this fundraiser is because i realized that so many people think of going to their friends without even thinking of talking to an adult. i mean im not saying you shouldn't talk to your friends about stuff but with certain stuff that are more serious sometimes its better to talk to a professional who has more experience and knowledge with certain things

how your donations can help young people like me

Provide Emergency Support Resources: Offer crisis funding for students facing mental health-related emergencies, including medication, therapy, or time off.

Fund Mental Health Workshops & Peer Programs: Create safe spaces for students to talk, learn coping strategies, and support one another.

But any donation will be greatly appreciated - it all helps!

Donation summary

Total
£417.00
+ £94.25 Gift Aid
Online
£417.00
Offline
£0.00

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