On the 5th of October 2023, in the beautiful setting of Natadola, Fiji, colleagues from three FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels—InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Grand Pacific Hotel, and Holiday Inn Suva—have come together with great enthusiasm to launch a remarkable fundraising campaign. The goal is clear: to raise FJ$40,000 for WOWS Kids Fiji, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting families with children who are bravely facing cancer while simultaneously raising awareness about pediatric cancer issues in Fiji.
Lachlan Walker, the Portfolio General Manager of IHG Hotels & Resorts at FNPF Owned Hotels, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are thrilled to see a team of 19 dedicated members across our three FNPF-owned IHG Fiji hotels uniting in an effort to raise FJ$40,000 by the end of October for WOWS Kids Fiji. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of our community members, especially the children and families who are confronting the challenges of cancer. WOWS Kids Fiji undertakes incredible work in terms of raising awareness about child cancer and providing support to the families of cancer-afflicted children in Fiji. We are immensely grateful to our team members who are wholeheartedly devoted to achieving our fundraising target by the end of October.”
The heart of this campaign, known as “SHAVE IT OR SAVE IT,” lies in its simplicity and profound impact:
– If the group successfully raises FJ$40,000 by the end of October, all participating colleagues will bravely shave their heads as a testament to their commitment.
– In the event that the target is not met, their hair will remain untouched, but all the funds raised will be wholeheartedly donated to WOWS Kids Fiji.
This endeavor has brought together a dedicated team of participants from various departments of the three hotels, including the IHG Management team, department heads, and team members, all sharing a passionate desire to make a meaningful difference. Notably, this group includes a cohort of inspiring female participants, making a total of 19 IHG superheroes who are resolute in their determination to raise funds for this incredibly worthy cause.
Sina Kami, Co-Founder of WOWS Kids Fiji, expressed her gratitude, saying, “We are deeply thankful for the support extended by our colleagues from FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels as they embark on the SHAVE IT OR SAVE IT campaign. Their unwavering commitment reflects the spirit of unity and compassion that propels us forward in our mission to provide essential support to children and families facing the challenges of childhood cancer. Together, we can make a significant impact and bring hope to these young warriors.”
If you wish to be part of the SHAVE IT OR SAVE IT campaign and support WOWS Kids Fiji, you can pledge your support by completing the donation form available here: https://forms.office.com/r/CWr0YuC6FX. Every contribution, regardless of its size, plays a pivotal role in our collective mission to provide support to children with cancer.
Join us on this journey with WOWS Kids Fiji, as we walk the path of strength, resilience, and hope, standing in solidarity with these young warriors and their families.
