Cancer Society of New Zealand

Shade Loan

The Shade Loan programme is available to community and school groups holding an event over the summer months (typically October to March). Information is supplied to assist organisations with hosting a SunSmart event including promoting personal sunsmart protection prior to the event, suggested public announcements and scheduling guidelines. Community grants to supply free sunscreen, at community events, are sometimes available on application.

Equipment available

• Gazebos
• Sun umbrellas / stands / sandscrews
• SunSmart flags
• Sunscreen stands

Criteria

• To be eligible to use the Shade Loan programme your organisation should demonstrate  a commitment to hosting a SunSmart event
• book well in advance (as there is heavy demand)
• Obtain a Shade Loan application form
• The event must be Smokefree

Tips for holding a SunSmart event

• Schedule events to avoid the middle of the day, as 60% of the day's UV radiation occurs between 11am ¬ 4pm during daylight saving months.
• Announcements over the public address system should include sun protection reminders, especially early in the day to allow participants to protect themselves.
• Mention the importance of sun protection in event publicity and literature, such as flyers stickers and programmes.
• Encourage officials and marshals to role model SunSmart behaviour this involves wearing a hat with wide brims, wear a long sleeve shirt and SPF30+ broad spectrum sunscreen.
• Arrange to have a supply of SPF 30+ sunscreen available ( your organsation may be eligible for some free sunscreen)

For enquiries about the shade loan programme please contact
Leanne Campbell Phone: 04 389 8421
Email: leannec@cancersoc.org.nz

Shade Loan programmes are also available in Kapiti, Marlborough, Wairarapa and Nelson areas - please contact your local office for details.