Acton Man Shaves Head for Fight Against Pediatric Cancer

• Photos courtesy of Donald Stone

ACTON, MA—An Acton man joined many others in shaving his head and beard during the One Mission Cancer Buzz Off Sunday at Gillette Stadium.

Donald Stone of Acton participated in the event for the third time Saturday, shaving both his head and beard. Stone told Patch that the event holds a special place in his heart.

"I lost my mom, step mother and my father-in-law to cancer," Stone said."I just wanted to give something back. I don't ride a bike so this was a good opportunity to do something and raise some money for a good cause."

The One Mission Buzz Off has raised $670,494 as of Monday night, according to its website. The event had numerous participants, including Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski.

.@RobGronkowski hams it up for cameras during #buzzoff for kids with cancer @GilletteStadium. #gronk #wbz #wbznews pic.twitter.com/JHgkSqxM4p
— Kim Tunnicliffe (@KimWBZ) June 5, 2016

Stone told Patch that he has raised over $300 for the event. He raised the funds through social media, through word of mouth and even accepted scrap metal donations to help raise the funds.

One mission hopes to provide immediate relief initiatives that help children dealing with pediatric cancer find relief in their daily lives. Stone and One Mission Buzz Off are still accepting donations, and you can donate to their cause here. Stone is also accepting scrap metal donations.