Participant 1178691

Therese Emata Before

Therese Emata

is shaving to cure childhood cancers!

Mar 14, 2026 • 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Event: Cary Judo at the FirmFit Training Center

At: FirmFit Training Center

5563 Western Blvd , #12, Raleigh, NC US

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$325 GOAL

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  • GOAL 325 $

Every 2 minutes a child is diagnosed with cancer. Help me fund the research that will save their lives!

Fundraising

$308Raised

$325 GOAL

$325 GOAL

Join Me

Participant 1178691

Download Donation Form

(888) 899-2253

Celebrating 25 Years

St. Baldrick’s started as a grassroots effort 25 years ago, driven by people who believe in helping kids with cancer.

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I am shaving to raise money for childhood cancer research with: Team Tess

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Mar 14, 2026 • 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Event: Cary Judo at the FirmFit Training Center

At: FirmFit Training Center

5563 Western Blvd , #12, Raleigh, NC US

I am shaving to raise money for childhood cancer research with: Team Tess

In honor of Tess Emata, who fought until it was no longer an option.

"I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith."

- 2 Timothy 4:7

Why am I shaving my head?

With cancer having devastating consequences among my family, this disease is always on the forefront of my mind, and is a subject I hold very close to my heart. 

A challenge among friends 25 years ago has become the largest volunteer movement to Conquer Kids’ Cancer. This year, I am joining thousands of people to shave my head to raise money for childhood cancer research.

1 in 5 kids diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. will not survive. For those who do, more than 96% have severe or life-threatening conditions by the time they are 50.

Each shaved head, every dollar donated, creates a ripple effect of progress for kids with cancer.

Your gift will give kids and their families hope, supporting the best research across the country through the largest charity funder of childhood cancer research grants, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.

I am shaving my head in honor of my family and all victims and loved ones affected by cancer. My support and prayers are with you always.

Together, we can strive to give these kids the lifetime they deserve. Thank you endlessly for your charity and support!

My Roles:

  • Shavee
  • Fundraising Participant
  • Team Captain

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St. Baldrick’s Honored Kids

Kids with cancer are our reason for it all. They’re the inspiration behind our event and the reason we’re helping fund childhood cancer research. We believe all kids should be able to grow up and turn their dreams into realities. Join our event or make a donation, and click the photos below to read their incredible stories.

Recent Donors

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  1. Meredith Wall 3/7/2026
  2. Rebekah Siekierski 3/2/2026
  3. Bella Biondi 2/28/2026
  4. Therese Emata In Honor Of Tess Emata 2/27/2026
  5. Gracie R Holbrook 2/27/2026

Celebrating 25 Years

St. Baldrick’s started as a grassroots effort 25 years ago, driven by people who believe in helping kids with cancer.

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