Blo 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon to Benefit Alliance Medical Ministry

RALEIGH, N.C (PRWEB) December 31, 2012

Hair stylists at Blo will work in shifts over 24 hours on Sunday, February 10 to raise money for Alliance Medical Ministry at the sixth annual SNIP, SNIP, GIVE 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon. For a donation of $ 40, the award-winning Blo hair stylists will provide haircuts to the public, beginning Sunday at 8 a.m. through Monday at 8 a.m. One hundred percent of mooney raised from haircuts, retail and raffle sales will go to Alliance Medical Ministry, a Raleigh-based non-profit providing affordable medical care to working poor in the area.

The Blo staff selected Alliance Medical Ministry as this years 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon beneficiary because the organization plays a critical role in the community, providing an affordable primary medical care home for hard-working adults who do not have health insurance.

According to Alliance, more than 150,000 adult residents of Wake County lack access to affordable primary medical care. Also, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, 79% of the uninsured in North Carolina reside in a working household.

We were stunned to learn these facts and are inspired by Alliance Medical Ministrys vision to offer compassionate and affordable medical care to those who need it most, said Bryan Nunes, Blo owner. Were ready to do our part and believe the community will come out in full force to support Alliance on February 10.

Appointments can be scheduled by calling: (919) 484-8600. Walk-ins are also welcome at any time, day or night.

The 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon continues to grow each year at Blo, which was recognized as the Salon of the Year nationally last year by Salon Today magazine. Participants come from as far away as Virginia for the high-energy event, which has raised more than $ 60,000 for charity.

During the event, prizes will be raffled off all day. The grand prize winner will receive free haircuts for a year. Guests also receive discounts on all Redken and Pureology hair care products, styling tools and accessories.

WHAT: Blo 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon to benefit Alliance Medical Ministry

WHEN: 8 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 10 to 8 a.m., Monday, Feb. 11, 2013

WHERE: Blo, 8451 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh

COST: $ 40 minimum donation

APPOINTMENTS: (919) 484-8600

Located in Raleigh, N.C., Blo is home to the 2011 Salon of the Year nationally, according to Salon Today magazine. Blo offers guests a metropolitan salon experience featuring an award-winning space and a hairstyling team of unmatched unity and professionalism, including the states most highly trained Redken Certified Stylists. The salon was recently recognized as a finalist in the Professional Beauty Associations prestigious North American Hairstyling Awards, and ELLE named Blo among the Top 100 Salons nationally. Blo also garners kudos for its commitment to continuing education and community service. Converse with us at our sassy blog JustBlo.me.

Alliance Medical Ministry is a non-profit organization whose mission is to serve working uninsured adults of Wake County in need of affordable medical care. Alliance offers a primary care home to nearly 10,000 patients, of which 98% have an income below federal poverty guidelines. In 2013, Alliance celebrates its 10th anniversary of providing comprehensive onsite services that now include: chronic and acute medical care, health education, lab testing, pharmacy and physician referrals for specialty care. All services are bilingual. The medical clinic is located at 101 Donald Ross Drive in Raleigh.

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This event is a fun way to feel like a model and would also benefit anyone who needs a professional photo for their resume or social media profile, said Christa Jones, Chief Executive Officer for Brillare Hairdressing Academy. At Brillare Academy, we believe that looking your best instills confidence and supporting a great cause makes you feel even better.

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Phoenix, Arizona (PRWEB) May 14, 2013

Phoenix-based cosmetology school, Brillare Hairdressing Academy, announced that their upcoming fantasy hair runway show, entitled Elements of Beauty will help raise funds for Arizona-based ICON Youth Leadership Corps. All tickets sales from the event will be donated to the non-profit organization.

Brillare Academy cosmetology students from both the Phoenix and Scottsdale campuses will be showcasing their artistic styling talents as more than 40 models take the runway with avant garde looks inspired by the elements: air, water, fire, and earth.

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Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Show starts at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Brillare Hairdressing Academy

Scottsdale Quarter (on the third floor, Starwood entrance, across from H&M)

15147 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite H-300

Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Admission: Tickets are $ 5 at the door and are on sale at Brillare Academys Phoenix and Scottsdale locations. All ages are welcome.

Brillare Academy is pleased to support this new ground-breaking organization to educate youth, said Christa Jones, CEO of Brillare Hairdressing Academy. Our students are excited to use their creative talents to help the community.

As a rapidly growing organization, Brillare Academys support means so much to ICON, said Roger Webb, Co-Founder of ICON Youth Leadership Corps. We have a strong passion to make a significant difference in the lives of youth all over the world! I see a future where youth are learning critical skills to ensure their success as our future leaders. Moments like this just confirm that we are on the right track!

About ICON Youth Leadership Corps:

Based in Mesa, Arizona, ICON Youth Leadership Corps is a global mentoring and leadership program for 5-18 year-old youth. Through the ICON programs and curriculum, young members will be exposed to hundreds of skill areas called Milestones. Programs focus on global awareness, inclusion, diversity, and self respect. ICON members learn valuable life skills as well as the importance of integrity, responsibility, accountability, and commitment. Members will learn first hand the value of being mentored as well as mentoring. For more information, visit http://www.iconylc.org or on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/IconYLC

About Brillare Hairdressing Academy:

Brillare Academy is an award-winning cosmetology school and is the first and only school in Arizona (and one of only 17 schools worldwide) to be certified as a Sassoon Academy | School Connection Member School. This distinction gives students access to two of the best resources in the industry: The ABCs of Cutting and Colouring Hair the Sassoon Way and Nuts and Bolts professional business training that goes beyond the chair.

Brillare (pronounced Bree-lar-ay) means to shine in Italian. The retail and client services areas feature the most sought after products in the professional hair care industry including Davines, Eufora, Moroccanoil and GK Hair.

Brillare Hairdressing Academy is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS). All client services are performed by students under the supervision of licensed instructors.

Brillare Hairdressing Academy campuses are located in Scottsdale at 15147 N Scottsdale Road, Suite H-300, phone: 480.994.4222, and in Phoenix at 15210 S. 50th Street, Suite 150, phone: 480.940.5300. For more information about programs, services offered and consumer disclosures including completion, placement and licensure rates, visit: http://www.brillare.com/about-us/consumer-disclosures. Find Brillare Academy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at brillareacademy and on Pinterest at Brillare01.