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10 April 2006
You may have seen the recent article in the Evening Chronicle newspaper asking for financial help for Lollipop Newcastle. In an inspired fundraiser, a North East accountant recently got things off his chest – after volunteering to have it waxed for Radio Lollipop.
Paul Gainford who works with RMT Accountants & Business Advisors in Newcastle agreed to take in the follicle torture to raise £200 for the Radio Lollipop at the RVI in Newcastle thats an estimated 5p per hair.
The 27-year-old from Crawcrook, Tyne and Wear, was prompted to take up the challenge after hearing about a colleagues granddaughter. Courtney Atkinson age 11 who has spent the past four years in and out of hospital following a kidney transplant.
Having supported events such as the Sunshine Run and Jeans for Genes Day, RMT Accountants was keen to help a local charity that cares for the North East’s sick children.
The waxing took place at the Locker Room a new grooming emporium particularly popular with men. Based in Newcastle, it offers a wide range of treatments from traditional barbering services to manicures, pedicures, tanning and various massage and relaxation therapies.
Said Paul: It was our marketing co-ordinator, Rachael Sellers that came up with the idea after reading about the Locker Room in the paper. We felt that it was a little different to the traditional fund raising events, including sponsored walks and runs.
Although it was a little painful I was pleased to take part, helping to improve the lives of youngsters like Courtney that spend a lot of time in the RVI.
Chairman at RVI Radio Lollipop, Sheila Brown added: It is thanks to the support and donation from organisations like this that we can bring some fun into the hospital routine for young patients. Small fundriasers make a massive difference to the survival of our organisation. Many thanks to Paul and RMT for their support.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN DONATING TO RADIO LOLLIPOP NEWCASTLE, please get in touch at newcastle@radiolollipop.org
