Frequently Asked Questions - Rutgers University

Buzzing 4 Change is a four hour long event held on one day where people come together to shave, buzz, and donate hair as well as have a good time. All hair that is donated must be at least 6 inches long, which is the length designated by Chai Lifeline for this specific event; Chai Lifeline is the program the hair will be donated to. We are working with local New Brunswick Salons who will be volunteering their time for the day to help with the event. To learn more about The Buzzing for Change Foundation, please visit the main site at www.buzzing4change.org

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Our recipient is the Embrace Kids Foundation. This is a well established, local New Brunswick charity that provides funding and support for a variety of services for children and their families who are suffering from cancer and blood disorders, while continuing to support research initiatives.

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Buzzing for Change is a one day program on a college campus where participants shave their heads or cut their hair for Locks of Love, an organization that makes wigs for children who have lost their hair due to disease. Participants are encouraged to recruit sponsorship for their acts. The event has a carnival-like atmosphere with bands playing, free food and other activities going on. See our press coverage and pictures from past events.

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Buzzing for Change was started as a student organization at The George Washington University in 2002, with the first event on September 14th of 2003. The event was started by Judah Ferst, who had lost his mother to cancer when he was 15. It is her spirit and memory that inspires this event with love, determination and hope. The success of the event being hosted three times at GWU led some recent GWU graduates and past B4C @ GWU board members to form The Buzzing for Change Foundation in December of 2006.

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There are a variety of ways to support B4C - everything from making a donation, having your company become a corporate sponsor or becoming a participant. Click here for more information.

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In the spring of 2009, there will be three B4C events taking place at Bryn Mawr College, Drexel University, and The George Washington University. Please click here to register for any of these events.

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We shave our heads as a way of showing solidarity with those undergoing chemotherapy. It allows those who do not raise any money to still have an impact on our cause.

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The most publicized way to get involved is to buzz or to cut your hair, but there are actually many other opportunities to help out with the event! We want everyone to participate at their own comfort level. If you wish to participate but not lose any of your hair, you can donate directly to the organization, volunteer on the day of the event, or help with publicity.  Click here to see all the ways you can be involved.

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The way Buzzing for Change works is similar to a walk-a-thon (it may be helpful to think of it as a buzz-a-thon). One may decide not to cut their hair until the event, or one may set a personal goal for themselves and decide that they are not shaving their hair until they raise a certain amount of money. The possibilities are endless!

The money comes from people who are willing to sponsor you to buzz or to cut your hair. A good way to get started with your fundraising is to ask your friends and family, but don't hesitate to ask your employer, professors, and other people that you know. The more sponsorship you recruit, the more money you'll raise for the kids!  Donors can donate online and we have set up resources for you to use to recruit donations.

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Donate whatever you are comfortable donating. The organization will accept any donation and any amount will help to make a big difference for the kids.

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If you still have a question, click here, and we will find an answer for you!

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