A Laois woman is gearing up tot cut off her long hair in aid of a great cause.

Laois woman Kathleen Culliton is holding this fundraiser in the hopes of raising funds for Portlaoise's Cuisle Cancer Support Centre.

"In the coming weeks, with the assistance of the lovely people in Kilminchy Hair Design KHD in Portlaoise, I’ll be donating my hair to the Rapunzel Foundation," Ms Culliton explained.

Pictured: Ms Culliton gears up to chop her long hair

"The bigger goal is to raise vital funds for The Cuisle Cancer Support Centre, a charity that means a great deal to me personally.

"Cuisle supports people and families at some of the most overwhelming moments of their lives, offering professional, compassionate care when it’s needed most. This fundraiser is my way of giving something tangible, and I’m asking you to stand with me in doing that," she said.

"Every donation, no matter the amount, will make a real difference. If you can give, I would be incredibly grateful," she said.

The Cuisle Centre is a registered charity based in Portlaoise, with an outreach centre in Sallins, Co. Kildare.

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They provide free emotional and practical support to anyone affected by a cancer diagnosis, helping people cope during diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

So far, Ms Culliton has raised €1,330 for the charity. To donate, click here.