After 5 years of being a long-haired hippie, I have finally overcome my fear of scissors and conformity. With this in mind, I’ll be starting my 25th year alive with a fresh head of hair. Completing my transformation from dirty hippie to corporate yuppie.

To bring this long-haired chapter to a close, I have decided to raise money for The Bush Heritage Foundation and Top Blokes. Two amazing charities supporting two causes that I am deeply passionate about: Preserving Australian ecosystems and the mental health of young men.

Every dollar raised will be split 50-50 between Top Blokes and The Bush Heritage Foundation. Both charities have won numerous awards for effectiveness and transparency.

So before my birthday on the 4th of July I invite you: new friends, old friends, acquaintances, coworkers, and kind strangers to give me the best 25th birthday present and help me raise $3000 for these worthy causes.

But wait there’s more!

If you donate more than $15 you’ll be able to vote on my new haircut. I hope I don’t end up regretting that decision.

Still not convinced? Allow me to share some Googled statistics:

The Australian Bush

- Australia is the only economically rich country considered a deforestation hotspot.

- Australia has some of the most fragile environmental ecosystems in the world.

- There are 49 unique threats to Australia’s natural environment.

Men’s Mental Health

- Men account for 75% of all suicides around the world.

- Men are significantly less likely to reach out for mental health support than women.

- Researchers agree that the best way to stop gendered violence against women is childhood intervention for mental health issues in boys.

So if you want to see me get a haircut and do some tax-deductible good, donate today!