DEDICATED schoolgirl Evie Foulkes was immensely proud of her crowning glory ... her long auburn locks.
But after spending 12 months carefully growing her tresses, the 10-year-old Greenfield Primary School pupil sacrificed it all for the Little Princess Trust.
Her mother Jill said: “I’m very proud of my little girl. She has been growing her hair so she could give it away to children who had no hair. And while she grew to love it so much she did it anyway and had it all cut off.
“It’s such a proud moment that she really understands she needed to do it now to ensure people didn’t lose sight of the reality of real illness whilst covid takes over everyone else’s life.”
Jill went on: “As her mum I was devastated at her cutting it all off but she was determined to carry on.
“This week she had to cut at least seven inches to be able to make a wig for a child less fortunate. In fact, she actually cut 10 inches off.
“Originally, Evie made her at limit £150 which was enough to pay for the wig to be made. But when we opened a link we have been so surprised to see she has now made over £900.
"It is so amazing to see despite Covid, people have still supported a charity that really need support more than ever.
“ We couldn’t be more proud and we hope people continue to donate and support children who really need our help especially now. Thank you so much from us all.”
To donate, go to JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Jill-wood5?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=Jill-wood5&utm_campaign=pfp-whatsapp&utm_term=e2e9dd1f4255423e87214c9e453bc765
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