Members of the Smithville Police Department will be participating in “No shave November” to raise funds for Cops for Kids and the American Cancer Society. The Funds will be split between the two organizations.
“Cops for Kids” is a way for the department to help families that need help usually during Christmas. Officers also want to show their support in the fight against cancer. No-Shave November is a unique way to raise overall cancer awareness and raise funds for the American Cancer Society’s life saving mission.
The goal of No-Shave November is to increase cancer awareness by embracing hair, which many cancer patients lose. As the participant lets their hair grow, family and friends are encouraged to join the campaign, they become educated about cancer prevention, saving lives, and helping those fighting cancer.
” You will soon see some Smithville police officers that could use a shave, but it’s for a good cause. Several surrounding law enforcement agencies participate in “No shave November,” said Captain Steven Leffew of the Smithville Police Department, “Many of our officers are very enthusiastic to partake in the fundraiser, so we decided to participate as a group. I’m very proud to work beside such caring people.”
Jackie Cantrell of the Gentleman’s Barber has graciously donated a free hot shave to the best beard.
For more information on how the public can participate, go to www.no-shave.org. Help spread the word and do your part by choosing to “Like” No-Shave November on Facebook and Twitter, then share the posts with your personal and professional networks. Please join the Smithville Police Department and consider inviting your own network of friends, family, and associates to participate in 2015.
(PICTURED: Front Row: Marlene Delong, Ivadell Randolph, Mayor Jimmy Poss, Jackie Cantrell; Back Row: Captain Steven Leffew, Alderman Jason Murphy, Lieutenant Detective Matt Holmes, Alderman Shawn Jacobs, Detective Brandon Donnell, and Sergeant Brad Tatrow)
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