Community Stories

Growing out your hair is a long-term commitment. Once you have reached your goal length (we recommend hair donations of 14+ inches to make the most impact), finding where to donate your hair—at a salon that can cut it correctly—is your next step.

Kaitlin Bernert added a unique school project to her school year. Knowing that she was going to cut and donate her hair, she involved the 3rd grade class at her school to help lead the project. Learn how Kaitlin educated and inspired her students and co-workers.

Just like Jessica, many hair recipients request longer hair for their custom hair system. So in 2018, we are challenging all those who are interested in donating to grow their hair out a little bit longer before making the cut. Listen in as Jeffrey asks you to take the longer length challenge this year and […]

When a child loses their hair, they don’t just suffer physically. They experience great emotional pain from the extreme change in their appearance. Losing their hair can significantly harm their self-image and self-esteem. When you donate hair for wigs to Wigs for Kids, you’re helping a child receive more than just a quick fix. Because […]

How one 6 year old girl was inspired to donate her hair Wigs for Kids, whose mission is to provide children with hair replacement systems free of charge, relies on the generous giving of hair and monetary donations.  Each of these wigs is custom made for it’s recipient and requires 20-25 ponytails. One 6 year […]

You received your wig, and you are loving how it is allowing you to look yourself and live your life! But how do you keep it looking great day after day? Wigs for Kids has put together a five step system so that you can keep your hair system looking great for years to come. […]

An easy to follow guide on how to donate hair Donating your hair does not have to be a stressful experience! Along with our many online resources, we also provide a checklist that can help guide you through the entire process. This checklist is an especially great way to get kids involved and provides them […]

Wigs for Kids is inspired every day by the continual support shown by individuals all over the world. Each story received is a message of hope and a lifeline for hair recipients. Some donations were donated in honor of a friend or loved one. Some donations were the inspiration of seeing someone else give. And […]

12 Inches is just the beginning of your ponytail donation journey The first step in the hair donation process is for everyone donating hair for wigs to make sure their hair meets our requirements, which include a minimum length of 12 inches and no chemical treatment or dyes. Thanks to the many individuals from all […]