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Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancers in the United States with an estimated 233,000 new cases in 2014, according to the National Cancer Institute. That means it accounts for 14 percent of all new cancer cases. An estimated 29,000 people will die of prostate cancer this year, according to the NIH, meaning it accounts for about 5 percent of all cancer deaths. The NIH estimates that 8,820 people will be diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2014, and 380 people will die from it.

The goal of No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair, which many cancer patients lose. Participants donate the money typically spent on shaving and grooming to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle. No-shave.org is a 501(c)(3) charity which promotes research and awareness for men’s cancer. Proceeds generated are donated equally to the American Cancer Society, the Prevent Cancer Foundation, Fight Colorectal Cancer, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

In support of No-Shave November, the Montclair Police Department will be raising awareness and promoting early detection of men’s cancers by authorizing the relaxing of Department grooming standards for facial hair during the event. Chief deMoet has authorized sworn members to grow goatees and beards to members who participate in the fundraiser.

Our team’s page can be located at the link below, or by going to No-Shave.org and typing “Montclair” in the search box.
https://www.no-shave.org/team/MontclairPD

Donations can be made with the link on our team’s page. Our team’s goal is currently $1500.