Community Stories

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 […]

Stylist Spotlight: Rich Banick In Dunmore, Pennsylvania, stylist and photographer Rich Banick is redefining the hair donation experience. As a volunteer Hair Donation Specialist (HDS) for Wigs For Kids, Rich combines precision hairstyling with professional photography, turning every donation into a moment worth celebrating. A Haircut That Makes a Difference Rich’s salon isn’t just about […]

At Wigs For Kids, family means everything, from the families who give to the families we serve. This holiday season, we are celebrating a very special mother-daughter duo whose story embodies the heart of our mission: Jenn and Eva.  Jenn is an Administrative Assistant at Wigs For Kids and has worked in the hair industry […]

We’re so thrilled to introduce you to Brandi, an integral part of our Recipient Department here at Wigs For Kids. Brandi joined the Wigs For Kids team with a simple but powerful goal: to make a difference. After years in other roles, she wanted to apply her skills in a way that truly helps people. […]

Michelle Scott of Scott’s Shots usually works behind the camera, capturing moments that tell powerful stories. But recently, one story moved her so deeply it changed her life. When Wigs For Kids recipient Riley stepped in front of Michelle’s lens, her confidence and joy radiated in every photo and video. Watching Riley’s spirit shine through, […]

Alopecia is a challenging journey, and for Ethan, it has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. Diagnosed in November 2022, Ethan lost all of his hair except for his eyebrows and eyelashes. After months of regrowth, Ethan’s hair returned over the summer but the progress was short-lived, as emotional stress from bullying caused him to […]

For John, sports have always been about more than the game. They’re about family, friendship, and the bonds that tie us together. And no one embodies that spirit more than his dear friend Nannette. Nannette is not only a lifelong baseball fan, she’s also a breast cancer survivor and a champion for kids in her […]