It’s almost Wig Wednesday which means it’s time to get wiggy for the Child Cancer Foundation. Now in its fourth year,
Wig Wednesday will take place on the 19th of June. To date, more than 400 schools, businesses and organisations
nationwide have signed up for the ‘wigtastic’ event which promises to be a fun fundraising day with a difference.
Child Cancer Foundation’s Business Development Manager Claire Robb explains that it’s simple to join in on the fun: “All
participants need to do is wear a wig on the day which can be made, bought or borrowed and make a donation to the Child
Cancer Foundation. Participants can also challenge others to wear wigs as part of Wig Wednesday’s ‘Big Wig Challenge’ or
hold their own fundraising events.
“People really got into the spirit of the event last year by wearing some incredible wigs. Importantly, over $100 000
was raised so we’re hoping this year will be just as successful. After all, it’s all for a good cause.”
Three Kiwi kids are diagnosed with cancer every week in New Zealand. The Child Cancer Foundation supports children
diagnosed with cancer and their families without any government funding, so every donation really counts.
This year, some of the foundation’s child ambassadors will be rocking wigs at their schools and encouraging others to
get in on the fun. All Blacks legend Kieran Read and The Wiggles have also shown their support for the campaign. To join
in on the wiggy fun, simply register at www.wigwednesday.org.nz or call 0800 424 453 for more information.