Pamper Yourself and Help Children With Cancer

TROY, MI--(Marketwire - March 13, 2009) - Who would have thought that a day of pampering yourself with a manicure and a pedicure could help children suffering from cancer? Queen for a Day (QFAD) and Heroes, a non-profit organization designed to raise the self-esteem and the self-confidence of children coping with cancer, has made that possible. QFAD/Heroes is sponsoring a special day, Beauty Bash VI, at the Excel Academies of Cosmetology in Troy on Tuesday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

A donation of $35 will buy you a combination of any two services, and a donation of $20 will buy you one service. Participants can choose from a custom facial, paraffin dip, conditioning treatment, manicure, pedicure, make-up application or a hairstyle and cut. Donors will have an opportunity to take part in a silent auction featuring items donated by local businesses, including weeklong access to an oceanfront condo (sleeps six) in Daytona Beach, Florida, collectible dolls, gift certificates, rocking chairs, various gift baskets and much more. Local vendors will also hold a craft show for attendees to enjoy. Guests do not need to use the salon services to participate in the silent auction or craft show. Other activities will include mini-massages, a free raffle and light refreshments.

Call (248) 828-9972 to book your appointment. Excel Academies of Cosmetology in Troy is located on Rochester Road, south of M-59. All proceeds will benefit the Metro Detroit Chapter of Queen for a Day and Heroes.

QFAD/Heroes hosts hospital and private visits at William Beaumont Hospital, Children's Hospital of Michigan, U of M/Mott's Children's Hospital, St. Johns Hospital-Van Eslander, Cancer Center, events at Gilda's Club, and various special needs camps throughout Michigan.

Established in 2000 by former Miss Teen USA All American Jenna Edwards, QFAD now operates internationally in 19 cities, including a chapter in South Africa. Since its inception in October 2002, the Metro Detroit chapter has visited over 1,500 children. For more information, visit www.detroitqfad.com or www.heroes-michigan.com.

Contact Information: Contact: Rachael Biermann Phone: (586) 752-6381 Web site: www.detroitqfad.com www.heroes-michigan.com