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.<\/p>\n
Paul Gainford who works with RMT Accountants & Business Advisors in Newcastle agreed to take in the follicle torture to raise \u00a3200 for the Radio Lollipop at the RVI in Newcastle \u0096 that\u0092s an estimated 5p per hair.<\/p>\n
The 27-year-old from Crawcrook, Tyne and Wear, was prompted to take up the challenge after hearing about a colleague\u0092s granddaughter. Courtney Atkinson age 11 who has spent the past four years in and out of hospital following a kidney transplant.<\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
The waxing took place at the Locker Room \u0096 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.<\/p>\n
Said Paul: \u0093It 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.<\/p>\n
\u0093Although 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.\u0094<\/p>\n
Chairman at RVI Radio Lollipop, Sheila Brown added: \u0093It 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\u0094.<\/p>\n
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN DONATING TO RADIO LOLLIPOP NEWCASTLE, please get in touch at newcastle@radiolollipop.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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