Hair Donation Stories

Celebrating a Beautiful Act of Love When Sophie received her free-of-charge hairpiece from Wigs For Kids, it was more than just hair—it was a return to feeling like herself. Her smile, confidence, and joy shone through, reminding everyone around her that feeling “normal” during an incredibly challenging time can make all the difference. Inspired by […]

45 Donors, 7 Stylists, and 528 Inches of Hope THON Weekend 2026 filled the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, Pennsylvania with the unmistakable energy, compassion, and resilience that have defined this cherished annual tradition since 1973. From Friday, February 20 through Sunday, February 22, thousands came together for the 46‑hour, no‑sitting, no‑sleeping dance marathon […]

At Benzie Central High School in Michigan, teacher Danielle Schafer is making a difference for kids both in and out of the classroom. After her school’s travel program was shut down, Mrs. Schafer partnered with another teacher to bring it back — this time with an emergency fund to ensure every student who wanted to […]

We’re so proud of 12 year-old Brett, who is determined to make a difference through his hair donation to Wigs For Kids. For the past three years, he’s been on an inspiring journey. What began on a whim quickly became a meaningful mission after he learned about hair donation. From that point forward, he committed to growing […]

Five years ago, in early 2021, Kelly Finney and her family shared a special moment with their friends Paul and Lauren and their children at Martelle’s Feed House, a favorite spot full of cherished memories. That visit, however, was different. Paul and Lauren’s daughter, GG, had been diagnosed with leukemia the summer before and had lost […]

We’re honored to share Aishwarya’s donation story, as shared by her family: I am 12 years old, and as I prepare to celebrate my 13th birthday, I wanted this milestone to be meaningful and purposeful. Instead of asking for gifts or a large celebration, I chose to donate my hair to help children who are […]

What began as a simple toothache turned into a life-changing journey for 7-year-old Gabby. When her family took her to the dentist, X-rays revealed something far more serious — the problem wasn’t her teeth. Gabby had a jaw tumor and was diagnosed with mesenchymal chondrosarcoma, an extremely rare and aggressive form of cancer. Her case […]

Force Factor recently partnered with Wigs For Kids for an incredible TikTok Super Brand Day, combining fun, awareness, and generosity to make a real impact. The event featured Force Factor’s popular Hair Growth Accelerator Soft Chews, and for every purchase made during the live stream, 20% of sales were donated to Wigs For Kids! But […]

Wigs For Kids is deeply honored to be the beneficiary of a heartfelt private event held in memory of Christina Sunga Ryook, who was tragically taken from us on September 11, 2001. For more than a decade, Christina’s family and friends have gathered annually to continue her legacy of service.     This year, in celebration of […]