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Click to read article: A Life Dedicated to Helping Others  '

A Life Dedicated to Helping Others  

Meet our 21-year-old hair donor Kyra Smith! Since Kyra was a young child, she always had one passion: helping other people. For this reason, Kyra has committed to her studies in Pennsylvania to become a social worker. As a student in social work, she has been able to make an impact on the lives of […]

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Click to read article: Wigs for Kids Participating in Family Kindness Day- Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 1 PM to 4 PM'

Wigs for Kids Participating in Family Kindness Day- Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 1 PM to 4 PM

Wigs for Kids is pleased to once again participate in Family Kindness Day organized by Senders Pediatrics. On Sunday, April 30 (1-4 PM) hundreds of community members will join together at Beachwood High School to celebrate kindness. The event is designed to inspire students and their parents to see that no act of kindness is […]

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Click to read article: Matthew Gives Gift of Hair & Raises Funds'

Matthew Gives Gift of Hair & Raises Funds

Mathew wanted to make a difference in children’s lives. He gave the gift of hair and chose to raise funds supporting Wigs for Kids. Mathew shared “I’ve experienced first-hand what cancer and chemotherapy can take from a loved one and to think of a child going through it is even more heartbreaking.” Through peer-to-peer fundraising […]

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Click to read article: Roman’s Roaming Hair'

Roman’s Roaming Hair

“Sometimes the bravery and kindness of Mighty Kings, can be found within the hearts of our tiniest warriors!” Roman at the young age of 3 asked to let his hair grow to help kids. Sadly, he and his family had recently lost those close to them from cancer and he wanted to make a difference. […]

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Click to read article: Penn State THON Partners with Wigs for Kids  '

Penn State THON Partners with Wigs for Kids  

February 17 -19, 2023 Penn State THON weekend is quickly approaching – February 17-19. THON is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. Students organize and participate in year-long fundraising activities for Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital. Their goal is to enhance the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer […]

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Click to read article: A Blessing a Child Needs '

A Blessing a Child Needs 

 Behind every difficulty lies an opportunity to help others. This is what Chuck Bonacci learned during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of the pandemic, Chuck was not able to visit the barber shop for a haircut. Instead of looking for another solution, he decided to use this opportunity to bless a child’s life with the […]

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Click to read article: Cole Rocks With Wigs for Kids'

Cole Rocks With Wigs for Kids

Cole is an 11-year old guitarist and classical bassist. Music is his passion and he hopes to pursue it as his career. His hair has been a big part of his musical journey. Cole has grown his hair for the past four years and recently donated it to Wigs for Kids. He was motivated to do […]

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Wigs For Kids recipient Kaydence having her wig fitting'

Meet Kaydence and Chad Keast: A Wigs For Kids recipient and her Wigs For Kids Certified Service Provider

Kaydence and Chad joined onstage together at America’s Beauty Show to share their story and how Wigs For Kids helped enrich both of their lives. Twelve-year-old Kaydence embraces her name, whose African-American origins translate to “in rhythm,” and connote a free-spirited individual. But more importantly this courageous girl, who has been bald most of her […]

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Wigs For Kids hair and financial donor Bruce'

Meet: Wigs For Kids Hair and Financial Donor Bruce

In many ways Bruce Hernandez is your typical seven-year-old. He likes to play with his brother and dog, as well as the piano and tennis. But what makes him stand out is his motivation to help others – at such a young age – and a big heart. Bruce, whose hair grew long when the […]

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About Wigs For Kids

Wigs For Kids is a nonprofit organization that helps children suffering from hair loss stemming
from chemotherapy, radiation therapy, alopecia, trichotillomania, burns, and other medical
causes. Stylists and regular people just like you work together to give recipients the self-esteem
and self-image they deserve.

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