Hair is temporary — but the impact we can make together is lasting. By coming together and drawing the attention of our community, we can create meaningful change in the fight against childhood cancer.

I'm deeply honored to shave my head as part of this program. It’s a symbol of camaraderie, solidarity, and hope. While the event itself is full of fun and festivity, its deeper purpose carries incredible weight. We shave, not only to stand with those battling illness, but to honor the legacy of Bobby Menges, and to do so by using positivity as a vehicle for action.

Shave and Buzz is more than just an event — it’s a movement. One that’s far bigger than myself. I’m proud to be part of it, and excited to contribute to its mission — to spark awareness, raise support, and inspire lasting change.

When adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients who have completed treatment are asked their biggest concerns, the most common is: "Will I be able to have children?" It’s not the risk for cancer recurrence or disability and disfigurement - the desire to build a family is their highest priority.  In addition to the toxicity of cancer treatments themselves, chronic health conditions can occur in the aftermath of any cancer treatment protocol, and infertility is among the most common long-term complication.

So, it’s unfortunate that in the confusion and deluge of information during a new cancer diagnosis, including staging, testing, treatment and prognosis, the topic of fertility preservation can be set aside or forgotten.   AYA cancer patients report a lack of adequate information to make informed fertility decisions.  Meeting the unique fertility goals of every patient requires appropriate fertility counseling, as well as logistical and financial access to fertility care.

One of I’m Not Done Yet's mission is to provide the resources for AYA cancer patients to preserve their fertility. 

Your support of the Shave & Buzz will help ensure that these young patients have the HOPE that despite having cancer, they can one day have a family of their own.