No Shave November
No Shave, Big Impact.
Fight Colorectal Cancer will join forces with Man Up To Cancer and Prevent Cancer Foundation in 2025 to magnify your contributions—fueling critical education, advocacy, and support across the cancer community.
What is No Shave November?
No Shave is a fundraising campaign built to support cancer education and awareness. This November we’re asking everyone to let their hair grow, raise awareness, and help fund cancer advocacy, education, and research. Pledge the dollars you’d normally spend on grooming and hair care to support the cause. Whether you grow a beard, sport a mustache, or simply skip a few grooming routines, your participation makes a difference. Together, we can build a vibrant community committed to change—one hair at a time.
Hair or no hair—you belong here.
Whether you can grow your hair or not, your voice matters. Support the cause by donating, raising awareness, or inspiring others to get involved. Everyone has a role to play in the fight against cancer—and together, we can make a real impact.
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Did You Know… On average, consumers spend $60–$150 a month on grooming
from haircuts and razors to skincare, shaving supplies, and styling products.
Your skipped haircut or unused razor could help save a life.
This No Shave November, we’re asking you to skip the shave and pledge those dollars to support cancer research, education, and powerful advocacy efforts through Fight CRC, Man Up to Cancer, and Prevent Cancer Foundation.
How to Participate
Hairs How It Started
The History of No Shave November
In 2024, No Shave November found a new home with Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC), a national nonprofit dedicated to ending the second-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. While Fight CRC focuses on colorectal cancer, this campaign continues to honor its broader mission fight all cancers.
In 2025, proceeds will also support Man Up to Cancer’s Gathering of Wolves, their signature event for male cancer patients, survivors, and male caregivers of all cancer types and backgrounds as well as supporting Prevent Cancer Foundation’s mission of preventing cancer through early detection.
No Shave began in 2009 as a grassroots Facebook campaign with a bold goal: To spark conversations and raise critical funds for cancer organizations. Founded by the Hill family of Illinois in memory of their father, Matthew Hill—who lost his battle with colon cancer in November 2007—the movement quickly gained momentum, turning facial hair into a powerful symbol of awareness and solidarity.
Thank You to Our Incredible Partners
Man Up to Cancer Man Up to Cancer is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping men avoid isolation during their cancer journeys. We offer peer-to-peer support, an annual retreat, chemo care backpack program, and local chapters — all geared toward improving the quality of life of our members and changing the way men go through cancer.
Prevent Cancer Foundation The Prevent Cancer Foundation is the only U.S.-based nonprofit organization solely dedicated to cancer prevention and early detection. Their vision is a world where cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all. Prevent Cancer Foundation carries out its work in four areas: Research, Education, Outreach, and Advocacy. By 2035 it is their goal to reduce cancer deaths by 40 percent.
Want to team up with us for No Shave November?
No Shave November is always looking for engaged companies, organizations, groups, and individuals to help amplify our mission! We offer a variety of partnership opportunities to best fit your needs, and would love to speak with you. Please fill out this quick form, and we’ll be in touch! Interested in learning more about No Shave November? Visit no-shave.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can women participate in No Shave November?
If growing hair isn’t an option, participants can support the cause by donating or encouraging others to join.
How can I donate by mail?
No Shave November
134 Park Central Square, 210, Springfield, MO 65806
ATTN: No Shave November Donation
EIN: 20-2622550
Please make checks payable to No Shave November and include your return address if you’d like a receipt.
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How does No Shave November work?
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Where do donations go?
- Each partner will receive 100% of the funds raised through their own fundraising pages.
- On top of that, they’ll also receive an additional 5% of the total amount raised across the campaign—ensuring every dollar goes further in helping prevent, fight, and support those impacted by cancer.
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