Lydia's hair is there today, gone tomorrow, all in aid of two fantastic causes

An eleven-year-old charity fundraiser has cut her hair in support of homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley and children’s charity The Little Princess Trust.

Lydia received a haircut from her sister within the Emmaus Mossley second-hand superstore.

Lydia had been growing her hair long since birth and decided to have it cut to donate it to the Little Princess Trust and raise funds for her two chosen charities.

Lydia said: “My hair feels very strange and a lot lighter than before.

"It feels good though and makes me proud that I’m helping people in need at the two charities.

"Thank you to everyone who has already donated to support my fundraiser.”

Emmaus Mossley supports people who have experienced homelessness by providing them with a home, companionship, tailored support and work opportunities.

While at Emmaus, people are given the opportunity for a fresh start, gaining skills and work experience alongside training and personal development.

The homelessness charity holds a special place in the hearts of Lydia and her family.

The charity’s second-hand superstore is their favourite place to visit, they have gained many friends there and it is also the place where Lydia’s mum met her stepdad.

The Little Princess Trust provides free real hair wigs to children and young people, up to 24 years, who have lost their own hair through cancer treatment or other conditions.

The Little Princess Trust also funds childhood cancer research searching to find kinder and more effective treatments.

Watched and supported on by her family, friends, Emmaus community members and supporters, Lydia had her hair cut from 90cm to 30cm long.

The 60cm of hair will be sent off to The Little Princess Trust to create a real hair wig for a child or young person.

Gemma, Lydia’s mum, added: “I didn’t want Lydia to have her haircut as she was my little Rapunzel!

"Despite that, I am glad she’s done it for a good cause and she looks so grown up with her new hair.”

More than 30 people have already donated £500 to Lydia’s fundraiser, halfway to her target of £1,000.

To find out more and make a donation, visit Lydia’s fundraising page here

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