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Tiarna, NSW
Joined Wigs 4 Kids to make a child feel special again!
Tiarna, NSW
Joined Wigs 4 Kids to make a child feel special again!
Lucy, NSW
Wanted to make a child feel special
Lexi, NSW
Lexi was inspired by her friend April that battled cancer a few years ago, and how she had wigs donated to her. Remembering her friend, Lexi jumped at the chance to help other kids in their battle. Although she was nervious about cutting her hair, she knew what other kids were going through with cancer was alot harder.
Adele, NSW
Gorgeous 6 year old Adele making a difference.
Bree, QLD
In August 2020 my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. The last 6 months have been an emotional roller coaster watching her go through a major surgery, chemotherapy and now totally rocking her bald head and I’m so incredibly proud of her. My sister and I both have young families (3 children each) and we cannot even begin to imagine the pain and suffering the children and families go through when a child is diagnosed with cancer.
Violet, NSW
She is 6 and decided to cut her hair to send it in to make wigs.
Willow, NSW
I spent a lot of time in hospital when I had a bone infection and met lots of fantastic kids who had lost their hair. Once I was better I was inspired to donate my hair so that if they wanted a wig they could have one, so I grew my hair for a long time. I’m so happy to donate my hair, and hope it makes someone happy.
Valencia, NSW
We pray for the healing of all the sick children and hope that my fundraiser can make a difference to the sick kids and their families.
Ally
I just love to do little things here and there that can really help someone especially kids going through a really tough time.
Adele, NSW
Started growing my hair on 6month campervan trip around australia 4 years ago. Recently fell and broke my wrist. Having difficulty caring for my long hair, so it got the chop, for a good cause.
Urika, NSW
Making a sick child feel a little more normal.
Laurel
Was having her first haircut ever, in five years. She thought it might be kind to share her hair with a sick child and hopefully bring them some happiness.
Poppy, NSW
Cut her hair to help a sick child.
Lacey & Neve, NSW
Mum wrote "I was shocked at such a young age they wanted to do it. Blew my mind"
Olivia, NSW
My name is Olivia and I’m 7yrs old. When I found out that some children have cancer and lose or can’t grow their own hair, I decided to donate my hair to help make wigs for kids in need. I’ve been growing my hair for two years and Im super excited and happy to donate it. I had 25cm cut off and love my new style. I also raised $1340.
Keesha, NSW
Wanting to make a child feel a little more normal.
Jorga, NSW
Jorga, cut her hair to make a child feel special.
Tillara, NSW
Humbled to be donating her hair to a child being treated for cancer.
Seema, NSW
Making a difference in kids lives!
Mathilde, NSW
It wasn't initially my plan to donate my hair, all I knew was that it was time for a hair cut. However, after doing some thinking, I realised, I didn't want my hair to go to waste and it wouldn't take much to help make a kid's day. It was definitely worth it and I know I'll be doing it again!
Cheryl, NSW
Nothing would make me happier than bringing a smile on a child's face.
Riley, NSW
After not cutting his hair for a couple of years.. 2 years ago he decided he wanted to grow his hair and have it cut for wigs for kids with cancer.
Ashlee, NSW
Wanting to make a difference by donating her hair
Mikayla Rose, NSW
Making a difference in kids lives TODAY!!
Tracey, NSW
Wanting to make a difference to a sick child.
Isabelle, QLD
Was inspired by her best friend Mia to cut hers off too and sent it down to Ella.
Alice, NSW
Madeline, VIC
Chopped her hair to make a difference in a child life!
Allexa, WA
I decided to donate my hair for the kids, it's always for the kids. :)
Kim, NSW
My story is, after 2020, I feel I am so lucky and I want to do something for others.
Georgie, NSW
I decided to donate some hair as Cancer has affected several members of my family and I hope that the wig made from my hair will make a child with cancer feel better about themself.
Astrid, NSW
I sent my hair last Thursday and I just loved the whole experience.
Lily, NSW
I just thought that if it was me in that situation, I'd want access to a wig in my natural hair colour, and I am well aware that red hair is rare in the first place, let alone natural and unchanged red hair, so I just thought that I would donate my hair, in the same way I'd want someone to do for me if I was suffering from cancer.
Amber & Helen Goodstart QLD
I had been thinking I had more hair than I needed and this sparked the idea that if I grew it as long as I could we could donate my hair to kids in need. When I found your website I knew this was the path we would take as it seemed more personal, less commercialised and like our goal to donate our hair to children would actually come into fruition.
Sidney, NSW
Was thrilled her hair was finally long enough and is starting the growing process anew!
Monique, VIC
I am 23 years old and donated a large length of hair just over a year ago and set to growing my hair again to donate again to help a young child feel beautiful again ? it is the least I can do to by doing my part every few years and I endeavour to continue doing this for years to come ??
Edward, VIC
Proudly donating his lovely long hair to a child needing to feel more confident :)
Scarlett, QLD
Chopped her hair for her Birthday to help a sick child.
Maria
This is the second time I donated my hair, the previous one was in Argentina, the country where I came from back in Dec 2018. Since then I kept my hair growing to be able to donate 35 cm. This hair has the strength of a pregnancy and it's full of joyful moments with my baby girl. I just feel this is a way to be grateful, I hope this makes a kid to feel stronger, happier and full of the love from us and the supporters.
Julia, VIC
Donating her hair to help make a difference.
Alyce, NSW
Chopped her lovely long hair to make a child feel special
Billy, WA
Doing it for Kids with Cancer!
Amitie, SA
Was so excited about cutting her hair that she had been growing for a year!
Nethuli, NSW
Grew her hair for the last 5 years and was so pleased to donate it for Children less fortunate.
Daniella, NSW
To me, if you have the minimum length of hair to donate, go for it! It is such a small act but means absolutely everything for a young child with cancer. I started growing my hair out in 2019 and had 40cm of hair cut off in October 2021. By donating my hair, I want a child to feel extra special and bring some more happiness to their life
Charlize & Olivia, NSW
Sisters very excited to be donating their hair.
Christina
McKenna, SA
Making a difference in a Child's life!
Annalise & Cartia, NSW
Sisters donating to a great cause!
Joanne, NSW
Calvin
Hi I’m a 14 year old who wants to care for others and I hope that sending apart of me can help others who want it more than me. I really hope this can help someone cope through hard times.
Emma, Vic
Emma's mum wrote... It was a great thing that she was so onboard when I mentioned it to her a few months ago if she would like to donate her hair. As she is doing calisthenics and had to keep her long hair for the competition, as soon as that was over for this year, we cut the hair the following day. Then they had their Christmas party with the club few days after and it was a great conversation starter and I think it might encourage other girls to do the same.
Super proud of her!
Also, I would like to say thank you to the organisation for your amazing work!
Amelia, Vic
Made her mum super proud chopping off her beautiful long hair to donate to a child in need.
Anelise, SA
Wanting to make a sick child feel a little more normal.
Jemima, NSW
Donated her hair to make another child feel special!
Sian
The 15th of January 2021 will forever and always be embedded in my brain, it was the day Emilia was diagnosed with T-Cell ALL (leukemia).
Grace
The reason why I did it was I would love to help anyone I can and I couldn’t think of anything more heartwarming then providing a child with a smile
Jordanna
Donated her hair to make a difference in a young Child's Life!
Matt, QLD
It's very comforting to know that this will make a real difference ?
Sienna, QLD
Making a difference in young childrens lives :)
Mitchell, NT
Chopped his long hair to make a difference to a sick childs life!
Pat, TAS
Making a difference to the lives of Kids with Cancer!
Zoe, Vic
Donated her extremely long hair to help a sick child feel a liitle more normal!
Maya, SA
I am 11 years old. I recently cut my very long hair and I wanted to give it to someone who needs a wig because they have cancer.
Ellah, NSW
Was extremely happy to be able to donate her hair.
Grace, NSW
I am happy to be able to help sick kids when they have no hair from being sick, so they can feel better.
Sophie, NSW
Hope's her hair is useful and can be a blessing to someone else.
Ingrid NSW,
Making a difference to the lives of sick kids
Lillian, NSW
Wanting to make a difference to a child needing a wig :)
Lotti, TAS
Making a difference in sick kids lives!!!
Ruby, Lily & Zoey
Excited to be donating their hair with Zoey having her first ever hair cut!
Maddi, Vic
So excited to be donating her hair to a child in need.
Hollie, Vic
Donated her hair to make a difference :)
Gabriella Vic,
Super excited to donate her lovely long hair :)
Nicole, NSW
Excited to be making a difference to a young child by donating her hair.
Samson, VIC
Cut his very long hair, to benefit another child.
Izzy, Vic
Excited to be Posting her hair off to Ella Wigmakers :)
Glen He, SA
Donating his hair to make a sick child feel more normal.
Michelle, NSW
I have had long hair since I was 8 years old and thinking about the children who have been through or are going through battles of cancer and illness and lost their hair truly breaks my heart.
I lost my beautiful mum to cancer 5 years ago now, when she was going through her treatment and lost all her hair I desperately wanted to do the same to support her, however I never had the courage.
To this day I never stopped thinking about cutting my hair so finally I made the decision. Knowing that I was courageous and had the strength my mum gave me all along.
I hope my hair donation can be made into a beautiful wig for a gorgeous little person to enjoy.
Kirra-Lee, NSW
Wanted to get her hair cut off to support kids with cancer that have lost their hair and when I told her she could actually donate her hair to make wigs for those kids she was even more excited so we looked into it and she had to donate minimum 20cm and ended up donating 25cm.
Fraser, VIC
So excited to be donating his hair.
Lily NSW,
Wanted to donate her hair to make kids feel special throughout their treatment. She would like to make another donation in the future.
Nathan
Donating his hair seemed like a great idea as there are many kids who need it. Just sharing the love!!
Yenaya
Donating her beautiful hair to make a sick child feel a bit more confident.
Sophie
I decided to donate my hair to Wigs 4 Kids because my friends had donated their hair and I thought it was a really good cause to support. I wanted to get my hair cut anyway, so it was awesome that instead of just being thrown away, my hair was able to impact a kid's life during a really challenging time for them.
Brinley
Excited to donate her hair to make a sick child feel a little more normal.
Natalie,
Excited to help sick kids by cutting her long hair
Chanelle, NSW
Making a difference to the lives of sick kids!
Ebony, NSW
Over the years Ebony & her mum have spent a lot of time at Sydney Childrens Hospital in Randwick, and were always amazed at the strength and resilience of the kids going through chemo because of their various types of cancer.
So, we have made the decision to cut Ebony's beautiful long hair and donate it.
Sienna
As a 10 week old baby, Sienna had life-saving open heart surgery and saw what the charity Heartkids did to help her family through such a difficult time. She has also supported Heartkids along with Cancer Council through organising several charity events with a friend at her primary school. She was also the ambassador for the Two kids and a Heartbeat charity walk in the Illawarra a few years ago.
When Sienna decided she wanted to cut her hair short, it wasn't hard for her to choose to donate her hair to Wigs for Kids, and to hopefully help a child with cancer feel that little bit better by having a wig made from her hair. It may only be a small gesture but it comes from a special place in her heart.
Leila, WA
Leila is 7 years old and has been wanting to cut her hair short for quite some time. I wanted to donate her hair to make wigs for kids going through cancer after friends of ours had been through this with their daughter.
Cary
So pleased to hear that her hair will be able to go into a wig to help another child feel super special again.
Jenna & Patricia
Mum & Daughter "we're very happy that with the contribution and help from everyone around us, we are able to help make a difference. I can't help but feel for these kids and their families "
Charlotte,
Look forward to makeing more donations in the future.
Emily
Donating her hair to help a sick child feel a little more normal.
Emma,
My name is Emma. I am 11 years old. I used to love my long hair. A friend from school told me about the Wigs 4 kids fundraiser. My decision was instant. I wanted to help kids with cancer by cutting my long hair. This decision made me very happy. I would do it anytime again.
Benny NSW,
Donating his hair to make a sick child feel happy :)
Wint, NSW
"Wishing to bring a smile to a child."
Lillyana, Vic
decided to donate her hair to kids with Cancer after having her cousin who is the same age (7) fight cancer last year. She wanted to make a child her age happy and said it was kind to donate her hair.
Wynter, NSW
Donated her hair to make a child with cancer feel a little more normal.
Sophia, NSW
“I have been growing my hair for all of my thirteen years, and I knew when I finally cut it that I wanted it to go to someone that it would make a difference to. I love that this simple act could help a child struggling with something I can’t even imagine.
I hope my hair, and the money I raised when cutting it, can help a child that needs it!”
Lucy, QLD
Very excited to be donating her hair!
Adelle
Wanted a bob for her birthday, so she donated her hair to Wigs 4 Kids.
Shontelle,Vic
All this hair I had and didn’t need!! It’s seriously a no brainer to donate it to a sick child ♥?
Lisa,
Donated 28cm of her lovely hair to help sick kids.
Rebecca,
I didn’t get any donations as it was a last minute decision to chop it off as I’ve just had a newborn. But I wanted to keep it to donate as it is WAY too beautiful to be thrown in the bin. I will send tomorrow as I forgot the other day to send it. Look forward to you seeing a smile on a child’s face
Alythia Smith,
Hopes her hair makes a little boy or girl very happy.
Indy, SA
Gracie,
Gracie is 6 and was inspired to donate after an older girl at school did.
Susanna
Piper, NSW
Piper excited to be posting her locks!
Connie, NSW
A few years ago, Connie decided to join those kind and generous people who donate their hair so that it can be made into a new wig for kids who lost their hair due to cancer treatments. Today her dream has come true, this morning her long hair is cut into a few pony tails with required length.
Sasha
Donated her hair to Wigs for Kids so she could give a child who is going through a hard time something to enjoy and possibly give them confidence they feel they may not have at that moment.
Kamakshi,
Donated her lovely long hair to make a difference.
Bodhi,
Bodhi has grown his hair a to donate it to your organisation.
Mack,
Proud to be donating 26 plaits to @wigs 4 kids!!
Olivia, SA
My name is Olivia I am 11 years old from South Australia, I decided to donate my hair because I wanted to do something kind for other children. I loved my long hair and know hope it makes someone else smile. We managed to chop 24cm with the help from dirty blond hair salon. We hope this little gesture can inspire someone else to take the chop so you can continue your great work.
Mark, Vic
As for my story I have recently begun an attempt to become a professional wingsuit flyer. As such I have opted to shave my head for optimal aerodynamics and to prevent it from obscuring my vision whilst in flight. I figured if my hair could be used to help out some kids then for sure!
I'll shall post out the hair itself asap, please let me know if there's any information I've missed.
Ava,
I was inspired to cut my hair for cancer when I realised that I have all of this hair that could be used for a good cause and even when I cut it and I don't like my new hair cut, I can always grow it back, but the kids with cancer can't. I plan on doing it again, and I love my new hair cut, and I hope the person that got my hair loves it too!
Matthew, VIC
I like having long hair but there comes a point when long becomes too long and the dreaded scissors are needed. I grew the hair featured here without a cut from 2018 and it was really stressful being separated from what I had grown quite attached to. Once the first snips were over though, I opened my eyes and realised that having a hair cut wasn’t so bad after all; I can always grow it long again anyway and once I start getting strange looks from those around me, can donate it again to such a great cause!
Laikynn & Mary,
My daughter and I have been so blessed to experience this journey together.
Maddy,
Excited to be donating her hair to a child need a wig.
Ian , SA
POWER OF SHARING
I became aware of the difficulties faced by children who were suffering from childhood cancer when I was in year 3.
I learned that they needed wigs as their hair fell out and that there were people donating their hair to make wigs for them. At that moment, after discussing it with my family, I decided to grow my hair to donate.
Last weekend, I cut about 30cm of my hair and donated it. It felt really strange to cut a part of my own body, but I eventually overcame that feeling and embraced my new look and my heart was filled with happiness knowing I could help kids in pain.
I was grateful for the fact that this small effort didn't cost any money. I considered it a significant act of sharing that even children like us can do. I realized that helping others brings a joy and fulfillment that cannot be compared to anything else.
I don't want to force any of you to donate your hair, but if you want to help someone, I believe it's one of the best things we can do ourselves. Hair grows every day, after all.
I encourage you to consider hair donation at least once if you understand the value of sharing and have a warm heart to help others.
Grace
I hope a child is happy and blessed with their new wig!
Matilda 4 VIC
Matilda agreed to have her long locks cut to donate to kids with cancer. Matilda was so excited to get her hair cut and very pleased with her new look.
Matilda says “I am a kind girl. I look like Madeline (movie character)”.
Sophie, VIC
Hi I'm Sophie and I have decided to cut 30cms off my hair to donate to children to make wigs.
Josie, VIC
Josie was very excited to donate her beautiful red hair to Wigs for Kids to help sick children battling cancer.
Taylah QLD
As someone who has lost multiple family members (including children) to Cancer, I feel this is the least I can do to help other families. If a hair cut to you could give a child in need a wig, but more importantly, their confidence. Why not do it?
Alex, 12, VIC
Alex’s hair has always been an important part of his identity and something that made him feel good about himself. When he decided to cut it off in preparation for High School, he wanted to help another kid feel good about themselves by donating his hair to the Wigs4kids program.
Prue
Making life eaiser for kids with cancer
Jess
I have been growing my hair naturally for a few years as I've always wanted to donate it one day.
Recently my partner was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's Burkitt lymphoma. We shaved his head, so I decided to cut mine too. I thought why not go through a change together, and then a child in need gets new hair.
Maria NSW
I decided to cut my hair as it was getting really long. I asked my hairdresser (who is also my auntie) if she thought my hair was healthy enough to donate and she said it definitely was and we measured the length and it was way over the required length. After researching, I was so happy to find Kids with Cancer. I love kids, they make me smile, laugh and bring so much joy in this world. It makes me upset hearing and knowing that there are kids with cancer and the thought that I could do something in return for them, made my day. I really hope my donation can make a child in need smile and feel the same happiness they give me.
Kirsty NSW
I cut off my lovely hair, to donate to Kids with Cancer Foundation. This is very touching to me, as I work with children. I cut over 20cm off hair. This was to honour those who have had cancer, especially to the ones in my families who have had it or died from it.
Claire
I’ve been growing my hair for 4 years and this is my 3rd donation to companies that make wigs for people who have cancer.
It makes my heart so happy that I am able to contribute my hair and show my children the kindness that can be done for others.
Thank you for creating these beautiful pieces.
Mackenzie NSW
About 4 months ago I was diagnosed with a Chronic Illness called Crohns. Due to the treatment I began to lose my hair in clumps. I knew it would eventually grow back once the medication has been changed, however I wanted to take control back, I also wanted to put a smile on a child’s face who have lost there hair due to treatment as-well. So I decided to shave my head and donate to “Wigs 4 Kids”. I hope I have brighten these little warriors day, allowing them to feel confident, beautiful and shine bright like the stars they are xx
Georgia-May, NSW
Didn't cut her hair for 18 months, she waited for it to be a good length, so she could cut it in front of her class at school. Georgia-May wanted others to see she was making a difference to help sick kids.
Lily, NSW
Donated her hair to make a difference in another Child's life.
Jess, NSW
I wanted to help because kids my age and littler are sick and i wanted to make someone happier. my hair was REALLY long and they need it more than me and mine will grow back.
Deja, NSW
Doing it for the Kids!
Cassie, NSW
I wish to share my love to children experiencing hardship. May my hair donation help them look and feel amazing ?
Simari, NSW
Simari wanted to donated her hair to help a child that needs it more then she
Alexia, WA
“When Alexia found out children could get really sick and result in them losing their hair from treatment or illness, she learnt that her hair could be donated to be made into wigs for them. She really wanted to help them in any way she could, so she cut her hair, donated it and fundraised along the way.”
River
I had never cut my hair (except for tiny trims) since I was a baby. As I got older, it got more difficult to look after. At last I decided to cut it. I had heard about donating hair for wigs for children with cancer and I thought that was something wonderful I could do with my hair, so I did! And now I love my new shorter hair.
Ryder, NSW
I hope my hair finds a lovely home x
Zahra, NSW
Making a difference in a Child's life.
Heidi, WA
I wanted to have my hair cut and to give it to children who were sick and needed it.
Mia, NSW
knowing that other kids who are already struggling with cancer sometimes lose their hair, Mia felt that it wasn't fair for them and she wanted to donate her hair because it will always grow back. She is very excited with her new hairstyle and hopes that by donating her hair she can bring a smile to someone elses face.
Carly
I have been growing it for over 7 years, always with the plan to donate it one day. I put it off for a long time, because I'd grown attached to it, but once I actually looked into how to donate to the Kids With Cancer Foundation, I realised someone else needed my hair much more than I did.
Ayla, NSW
Ayla decided to donate her hair for wigs 4 kids after a friend of her Mum's was diagnosed with Breast Cancer and the treatment made her hair fall out. Ayla realised there were kids that were loosing their hair and decided to donate her locks to help them feel a little bit better about everything. Her surf club got completely behind her campaign as they were very tired of asking Ayla to tie her hair up for her training in the ocean ?
Poppy, NSW
Poppy decided in march last year she wanted to grow her hair to donate it to help make a wig for another child. She decided this as every 3 or so months she has to go to he Children's Hospital at Randwick because of her back. She has been in a back brace since she was 7yrs old and gets to chat to many other kids at the hospital.
Simrik, NSW
Wanted to make a child feel special!
Darcy, WA
Darcy just turned 5 and wanted to help others for her birthday.
Sienna, Vic
Natalie
“18 months ago I learnt it was possible to donate my long locks to create wigs for people with cancer. I, like many of you, have lost loved ones to cancer. So I instantly decided this was something I had to do! I believe that no one's life deserves to be cut short by cancer, especially not children. Therefore, I cut my long locks, raised money and spread awareness for the incredible Kids With Cancer Foundation.”
Cullen, Wa
Wants to make a difference!
Amy, VIC
Cutting her hair to make a sick child feel better
Alice, NSW
Cut her very long hair to make a child feel special!
Beth, VIC
Wanting to make a child feel special.
Lotty, QLD
I saw this video one day, and it explained what happens when people get cancer. That’s when I found out people lose their hair as well. When I realised this, I wanted to help someone who had lost their hair by donating mine.
Olivia, TAS
Donating my hair has always been something I’ve wanted to do, and I feel very sorry for kids who don’t have hair due to having cancer treatment. So, I decided to chop it off and make a child’s dream come true. I guarantee my hair will go to someone very well deserving!
Johanna, NSW
Making a difference in a childs life!
Sophie, NSW
Sophie just 5 and making a difference! Her mum is so very proud!
Kayla, VIC
Donated her very long hair to make a child feel special!
Kylie
This is a great cause and I’m very happy to be able to help.
Jacob, NSW
Cut his hair to make a difference to a child being treated for cancer.
Valerie, NSW
Donated her hair so she could do something for other children that going through tough times at the moment.
Emily, NSW
I chose to participate because I've always wanted to donate my hair when it was long enough so a young child doesn't have to feel embarrassed or self-conscious while fighting such a harsh battle. I wish to make them comfortable and feel as normal as possible. So at the end of March when I was diagnosed with a brain tumour I knew it was the time to give a child the long healthy hair I spent forever growing before I destroyed it with my own treatment.
Maddison, NSW
Hopefully this helps to bring a smile to a child’s face with one of your wigs during a very difficult time.
Jess, NSW
Making a difference to sick kids!
Koelah, NSW
Making a difference by donating her hair.
Caryn, NSW
Taking the chop to make a difference :)
Merinda
Helping change the lives of sick kids!
Eliza, NSW
She just said she wanted to do this so she could put a smile on a child’s face again after loosing their hair. And that any amount of money raised can help the families.
Summer,
Says ‘I hope you feel Happy and Beautiful just like Me. And I hope you have super fun with my hair and maybe one day I can see my hair. I cut it all off for you so I hope you like it and get better soon.
Mum & Son
Cut their hair to make two kids feel happier in life
Tong,
Was glad to do something nice for the kids!
Ben WA,
Making a difference at such a young age
Cate, NSW
Arisha,
Arisha cut her very long hair to make a child feel special.
Bree, WA
Making a difference to the lives of sick kids!
Joanna, WA
Making a difference to a childs like today!
Natalia, Vic
Making a difference in kids lives :)
Alyssa, NSW
Donating her hair to make a difference in a Child's life!
Madison
Hoping this helps some beautiful children with a new do!
Lucia, NSW
Making a different to a child's life!
Pooja, NSW
Chelsea, QLD
Super proud to be donating her hair.
Wesley
Cute little 4 year old Wesley shaved his head to support sick kids!!
Victoria, VIC
Making a child that has lost their hair feel more confident.
Lahni & Shelby, NSW
They are both glad it is going to other kids in need!
Georgia, NSW
Excited to be making a difference!! Extremely proud mum!!
Archie, NSW
Making a difference to sick kids lives!!!
Jessica, NSW
Happy to donate her hair to a child less fortunate.
Amy QLD,
People have always commented on how beautiful and unique my hair is. I am donating it for the brave little auburn warriors who deserve as close a match to their own colour as possible.
Casey, QLD
Did the chop to help a sick child feel a little more normal.
Courtney,
Helping change the lives of sick kids!!
Matilda, VIC
Matilda's Mum said "It is such a great cause and I am very proud of Matilda for wanting to help other kids who are going through cancer"
Jessica, NSW
Chopped her beautiful hair to make a difference!
Sophie, NSW
Donating her hair with a beautiful smile, to help a child less fortunate than her!
Penelope, NSW
So excited to be cutting her hair to help a child less fortunate :)
Olivia-Rose, NSW
Was very excited to help out a sick child with some new hair.
Anita
I was keen to help out! I decided to donate it after watching my dog battle bone cancer in his skull. It was hard watching the side effects and what he ended up going through from the cancer in my fur baby I can’t imagine what it is like to be going through it as a kid! Anything to help those kids smile and enjoy there life.
Olivia & Isabella,
Sisters donating their hair to make a difference :)
Kaithlin, NSW
Making a difference to the lives of sick kids!!
Xi,NSW
So proud to be donating her hair.
Anna, NSW
Making a difference to a sick child
Jade, QLD
I made my hair donation as I know charities do a lot for the community!
Amelia Carr, NSW
Chopped her hair to make a sick child feel a little more normal.
Stella, SA
Proud to be donating her hair to make a sick child feel a little more normal.
Brooke, NSW
Making a difference to a child being treated for cancer ♥
Laura,
Making a difference in the lives of sick kids!
Bianca, NSW
Her greatest wish to be able to help another child, she can’t wait till for her hair to grow back to do it again!!
Maggie, QLD
Excited to be donating her hair to a child needing a wig.
Lauren, NSW
Making a difference with her hair donation :)
Mary, NSW
Donated her hair to make a difference :)
Joanna, NSW
When I was in primary school one of my close friends was diagnosed with cancer and had to shave her head. She was away from primary school for 3 years. She didn’t have the chance to have a wig and I would love for someone like her to have one now. She was a bit self-conscious. She is now in high school, with long hair and doing well. I admired her and wanted to do something for someone else and these very brave people. My friend’s mum was also recently diagnosed with cancer and lost her hair, she has been in severe isolation from the start of high school. To whoever gets my hair I love you and you are beautiful and it may not matter but I am proud of you.
Amelia, NSW
Very excited to donate her hair to help sick kids :)
Loretta, NSW
Donating her beautiful hair to help sick kids :)
Jessica, VIC
Donating her hair for Christmas to make another child feel a little brighter :)
Maya
Super excited to be donating her hair!
Talitha
I decided to donate my hair because there are so many kids at the moment who are battling cancer and sickness. I also wanted to do something that would make other people feel happy and let them know that there are people who want to make their journey a little better.
Dakota & Kelista, QLD
Sisters donating their hair to help sick kids feel a little more normal.
Olivia, NSW
Olivia chose to donate her hair ‘so another child could feel more confident and it’s nice to be able to gift that to them’
Sienna
Making a difference today!
Bryher
I am only 17 but throughout my life I have had many of my loved ones who have gone through cancer and lost their hair. It is heartbreaking and being able to provide maybe a little bit of joy in their time of need is something I hope to be able to do by donating my hair.
Rani WA,
I'm donating my hair for a wig as I don't want kids to feel sad and left out because they don't have hair. It doesn't matter what you look like because it's on the inside that really matters but I'm hoping my hair will help make a difference to a kids life.
Willow, NSW
I hope my hair can make another child happy
Saanvi
I found out from Facebook about donating hair for kids with medical conditions. I waited patently until my hair grew to a good length to donate. I am so pleased that my hair will be used to make wigs for these amazing kids. I can't wait for my hair to grow to do this again.
SAANVI GADKAR - 9 years old.
Hayley
Making a difference in a sick child's life today.
Elianah NSW,
Super excited to be donating her hair to make a sick child feel a little more normal.
Melanie,
Donating her lovely hair to help child feel a little more normal
Kai-Leigh,
Growing up, I experienced cancer by losing both my grandmothers and great-grandmother and watching my godfather, uncle, cousin, and multiple family friends suffer from this wretched disease. Along with the ongoing threat of both my parents, as well as my brother and I developing cancer.
At only 15 years old I decided I wanted to shave my head but continually put it off for about 2 years due to my year 11 and 12 formals. During that time we joined a non for profit motorcycle club named the CRABs which stands for Cancer Research Advocate Bikers, who ride their bikes, run raffles and other fundraisers and turn all of their profits over to the Royal Adelaide Hospital Cancer Research Fund annually.
A week into my final year of school, and a few days before my 17th birthday I decided, "you know what, other people don't get a choice when they lose their hair so why wait?" And just like that I started a GoFundMe, asking my parents, friends and my school to help share it around and just like that I started receiving donations. It started slowly only reaching around $200 after two weeks out of my goal of $1000. My family and I kept sharing it and telling people about it and in the end, were able to donate $1700 before shaving my head. On that, my school is yet to donate in the coming weeks and hopefully help me to achieve a grand total of $2000.
Christine, VIC
I have always loved the idea of donating hair to be made into Wigs 4 kids as this small change for me makes a massive difference to a child's life. I feel honoured to be able to help a child feel confident and spread happiness. These smiles are what inspired me to donate my hair.
Kellie-Ann NSW,
Donating hair to put a smile on a little face.
Sam, NSW
Sam has been growing his hair for 3 1/2 years. He has healthy, thick and curly hair. Everyone comments on how gorgeous his hair is. He decided that he wanted to cut it all off and donate it to kids who have lost their hair due to cancer.
Leela, NSW
Donated her hair to make a child with cancer feel a little more normal!
Kenzo, WA
Initially we just let Kenzo’s hair grow out since birth, and I wanted to let it grow until he was old enough to decide if he wanted to keep it long or cut it short. At that point it was already quite long, so we decided to grow it out long enough so that once it was cut, it could be used in a positive way rather than discarded.
We also wanted to use it as a lesson to not be wasteful and find ways in which you can reuse or recycle things. It was also a good opportunity to teach Kenzo about the struggles that some children/people may face, and that if you find yourself in a privileged and fortunate position where you could provide help to someone in need, you should do so.
Lucy,
Yesterday I finally cut my hair. It was sent to Ella Wigmakers and posted this morning. I have been growing my hair for almost 2 years and I feel a sense of accomplishment in that I have achieved my goal of sending my hair to help bring happiness to a child that has lost their hair through cancer treatment.
Harley,
Would love to inspire others to help a child in need!
Willow
This is a cause very close to our families heart and I’m greatful we can help.
Vippy,
I have sent x2 different set of hairs to the address mentioned. Hopefully they will be worth it and some one will have a smile on their face.
I overheard the conversation about someone growing her hair so she could donate. That's what inspired me. Every child is special, and no one should feel less confident.
Layla, NSW
Excitied to post her beautiful long hair to Ella Wigmakers
Violet, SA
Claire, QLD
Claire sent her hair to Ella wigmakers today. In the post bag she added a small card and wants it to be sent to a kid who will receive the wig made with her hair.
Michelle
I really want to give something back and by donating my hair it's giving a peace of me to someone who need it.
Eleanor, VIC
We hope this and her hair blesses some beautiful children that are fighting the fight that should not be happening.
Michelle,
This cause is very dear to my heart so I am honoured to have the opportunity to take part in this!
Emma,
Emma had her first hair cut and was very excited about donating her hair. Emma was very excited and was thrilled to get her "Thank you" note.
Jackson
2 years has passed since my brother challenged me to grow a mullet. From the top to the bottom of the mullet now measures 1/2 a metre. My luscious locks will be donated to 'Wigs 4 Kids Campaign' so that my hair stays in Australia
Kaleen & Jorja, Vic
Both happy to be donating their hair!!
Angus,Vic
Happy to be donating his hair.
Tania, QLD
I hope some kids with cancer can benefit from all these plaits.
Jing Wang, Vic
. My hair is a descent length and not bad quality. I’ve heard of hair donation on social media. So I decide to donate my hair to kids with cancer after web search. Hope my hair can help at least one little angel feel confident and normal. And I probably will get my daughter to do the same thing when her hair grows longer.
Lakyn
Lara, Qld
Lara suddenly decided on the weekend to cut her hair short and asked me to find out if her hair could be donated in some way. A quick google search found the Wigs 4 Kids campaign and we decided that was a perfect choice!
Jerome
Decided to donate her pony tails to wigs for kids as a gift in her way of paying it forward.
Alex, WA
I'd love to share my story (although nothing special) to help inspire someone else to donate. I simply went in for a haircut. Said I wanted a decent cut and the hair dresser asked if I was donating it. I replied, "do you think it's long enough?" not realising the length of my hair.
With some quick googling to confirm the length needed and where I could donate, the decision was made.
I'm so glad this spur of the moment decision will help a child going through one of the most difficult chapters of their life. I've already inspired my daughter, and she's working on growing her hair out to donate next.
Bayly,
Donating hair to make a child with cancer feel a little more confident.
Roran, Qld
Roran 15yrs old he has been growing his hair for 18 months as he wanted to donate it for a good cause as he has family members that have been affected with cancer and wanted to help we had it professionally cut at the local hair salon in casino
Paris
Donated to make a difference to child in need.
Mila
Supporting another child who needs it!
Jack 11yrs old VIC
Jack decided Nov 2021 to grow his hair, he has lost his grandad to cancer & his nanna is fighting bone cancer.
Mason, WA
Mason is 10 years old and decided to cut his hair and donate to the children who are suffering.
Hayden
I work in health and have done fundraising over the last decade. It always broke my heart seeing sick kids but being able to contribute in anyway to improve their day to day life is an honor for me.
Maya, 12, WA
Maya had grown her hair super long and was resisting my calls for a cut when eventually she decided it was too tricky to manage and she wanted it cut and to donate her hair to a great cause.
Lily 13 NSW
Lily has been growing her hair for quite a few years deciding to cut and donate to Wigs for Kids when it was long enough as she felt passionate about such a good cause. She needed to be able to cut it to a length that could be tied back for sport etc. So a few days before 13th her birthday we booked an appointment with our trusty hairdresser and they chopped off 30cm of beautiful blond locks! In addition to the hair Lily has managed to raise nearly $1000 for Wigs4Kids to help make the wigs.
Sandy
It is so rewarding to do something for people and kids who suffer from cancer. I donated my hair in 2020 first time, and I felt satisfied. I grew my hair again with the purpose of donation again. On 30th August 2023, I am donating my hair once again for people who need it most in shape of wigs.
I am hoping to do it again in future.
Sophie
Making today easier for kids with cancer
Kyla
After having my 3 children, I realised how life is so precious and that I would do anything to make them smile, If this hair makes a child feel happy and beautiful then I’d donate my again in a heartbeat.
Parker 12
Parker has been growing his hair for a few years now. Having been directly affected by cancer in our immediate family very recently, Parker decided that he would like to cut off his long hair and donate it. He loves his new haircut.
Hadley, 6, QLD
Her mum and Grandfather are both nurses and she is very aware of children that have illnesses and when she decided to cut off her gorgeous hair wanted to make sure it went to a good cause and hopefully gives a child’s confidence with a wig made with love and such a wonderful cause..
Emerson QLD
Over a year ago, Emerson decided she wanted to donate her to make a wig. She has been growing it since, with the hope to donate 30cm in length. Sadly during Emerson's fundraising, one of her friends lost her life to cancer. Because of this, Emerson will be growing her hair again and donating it again in the future.
Aimee-Lee, NSW
My Advice to others: Just cut it! Your hair will grow back, but in the meantime, you're potentionally making a sick child smile and boosting their confidence. All Kids deserve that!
Rachel, NSW
Iv'e always wanted to grow my hair to donate to a child that is battling cancer. Just being able to contribute to giving a child a reason to smile and feel confident absolutely warms my heart.
Ava, NSW
At the age of 6 Ava saw a story online where a sick child was being bullied at school for not having any hair. It made her very sad and felt so bad for them. I explained wigs are very expensive and that people can donate their hair to make wigs for kids with cancer. She decided then to grow her hair and donate it to help sick kids have nice wigs so they wouldn't feel sad or get bullied at school for looking different. She grew her hair for 2 years, and now loves her new hair.
Elleanor, NSW
"I wanted to raise money & donate my hair to care for other children, I thought it would be a nice thing to & I hope it makes a sick child happy"
Aimlee,
I wanted to cut my hair and thought why not help kids that need it more than I do
Fraser, WA
Fraser's mum commented "From a very young age Fraser had the most beautiful hair, people would often comment on it. we decided that when we did cut it off it should go to someone else who would love it as much as we did. We decided that Fraser would get his new smart haircut for the start of kindy. He is very proud of himself and hopes it will make a difference to another kid. We were also blown away with his fundraiser, he smashed it and we are so grateful to our friends and families donations, helping to make life just a little easier for another family going through a really tough time. "
Cooper, SA
Cut his long hair to help sick kids!
Puspa,
11 years ago I inspired by a friend of mine who shaved her head (while heavily pregnant) to raising money for charity. Since then doing something brave like that become one of my bucketlist.
I am blessed with three beautiful and healthy kids and often my heart breaks when I hear/read/see kids with cancer or other medical conditions. Even more heart breaking when the family breaks apart because of financial difficulties, relationship hardship or other challenges.
I also want to teach my kids to be grateful for their health, to be kind to others who are less fortunate than them, to be confident not depend on their looks and see the life is so much more than themselves.
Melissa, WA
I wanted to find a different way of where I could help make a difference in the lives of children diagnosed with leukaemia. I was approached by a fellow work colleague asking me to donate my hair as his daughter has donated twice now but to a different cause. I googled all the different links but the one website that hit home more was kids with cancer foundation. I lost my mum to Acute Lymphocytic leukaemia at a young age of 34 when I was aged 5 So I thought what more a better way to give back to such a great cause than this.
Claire
I was inspired to cut my hair because “My auntie went through breast cancer and had wigs when I was a little girl - I was always inspired by her! Being mother to a little boy, I want to show him the gift of giving!”
Sharni, NSW
Well I’ve been planning on cutting my hair for a few months now and I’m one day my mum suggested to me that maybe I could donate it and I really loved the idea and the more I thought about it and looked into it the more I wanted to do it.
Lenna, NSW
Throughout my life I have been a regular hospital patient and I wanted a way to give back, so I decided to donate my hair and fundraise with wigs for kids. I wanted to help bring back a child’s confidence and give them a reason to smile.
Jasmine, NSW
Jasmine decided 9 months ago that she was going to grow her hair and donate it to children who needed it due to hair lose.
Cynthia, NSW
Cutting her hair for Kids with Cancer!
Olivia, NSW
My name is Olivia I'm 16 and I chopped off my ponytail. Personally, I have not been affected by cancer but I know that it doesn't hurt to be kind. Doing a simple act such as cutting your hair and donating it can give someone happiness in a time that can be a great struggle for them. If more people start participating in acting kind we will have more smiles spreading across the world. Kindness is at the cost of nothing.
Georgina, Vic
Wanting to make a child feel special.
Mayah, NSW
Recently lost her pop from cancer so this was a big thing for her. Her hair is on its way so excited to give a child the blessing of new hair xx
Kelcey, QLD
The moment Kelcey heard about it she wanted to be a part of it, very brave for a 6 year old.
Mikaela, ACT
Supporting Sick Kids
Rucha, QLD
Making a difference to a child's life.
Tamsyn, NSW
Hope my hair help give someone confidence and hope that things will get better.
Susan
I first saw people suffer ages ago, and I hated seeing people suffer because of them not having any hair. I wanted people who couldn’t grow their hair to feel pretty in the inside and out, so I waited around 2 years to be able to take such action. I would like to continue helping in any way possible and make such differences! ??
Emmerson, VIC
Emmerson decided to donate her hair because she is constantly told that she has beautiful hair and wanted to share it with someone who is going through a hard time. This is one small way she can help. She hopes she can brighten the day of another red haired girl who might not have been able to find a red haired wig.
Kimberley, NSW
Inspired by her mum Tracy for donating her hair.
Sophia, SA
Making a difference to a child being treatd for cancer :)
Louisa, VIC
Donating in Support of her Aunty Jodie with breast cancer for a second time.
Marysabel, NSW
Cut her beautiful long hair to make a difference to the lives of sick kids.
Quinn VIC,
I became extremely ill at the end of 2019. Luckily, I recovered well within only a couple of weeks. During my stay in the ICU at the Children's Hospital I saw many sick children, one beautiful little girl in particular stood out to me because she had no hair, then I began to notice more and more kids who didn't have hair. I asked mum lots of questions, she explained as best she could and I decided I wanted to help.
Zoe, NSW
Making a difference in the lives of kids by cutting her beautful long hair.
Katherine, NSW
Making a difference to sick kids by donating her hair.
Jessie, NSW
It was so great to be apart of this cause and be able to help just that little bit to make a child’s life a little brighter.
Aleisha, NSW
Helping a sick child feel a little more confident.
Heidi, NSW
Thanks very much for what you do, we thought Heidi's hair would be too short to donate but found your site and are so pleased it will get used.
Josephine, Vic
Helping a sick child to feel more normal.
Caitlin
Donated her hair to help make a difference, and to make someone feel special!
Ella, VIC
I realised that I could help to change a kids life by donating my hair. I hope I have put a smile a little face.. I will always remember doing this!
Love from Ella!
Karen, QLD
Making a difference to a sick child's life
Memphis, NSW
Donating her hair to make a child feel a little more normal :)
Emma, QLD
Making a difference to another Child's Life
Paige, NSW
Making a difference in another child's life!
Emerald, NSW
Excited to be donating her hair to Wigs 4 Kids Campaign tp help a sick child.
Shae, Vic
Hamish, NSW
Donating to make another child feel special :)
Xavier, Vic
Grew his hair very long to donate to sick kids!
Thu Nguyen
Was inspired to donate my hair in honour of my brother, who passed away when he was young
Tarryn, VIC
Chelsea
Gabriela, NSW
Donating her hair to a child with Cancer!
Emily, Vic
Making a difference to the lives of sick children.
Harper, QLD
Thankyou for making a way for people to be able to bless children in need. We are so grateful for organisations like this making a positive difference where it is needed so much. Harper is over the moon to know her hair is going to make a child happy and even more so a child that she knows only too well being one who really could do with that special something to make them feel good about themselves, she’s so excited to be able to do this for a special someone.
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Jodi, QLD
Making a difference in a sick child's life today!
Caitlin, QLD
Caitlin was just 3 years old (she is now 7) she was diagnosed with Wilms tumor and underwent chemo, radiation and a nephrectomy. She lost all her hair in the process. Although she didnt wear a wig, she was conscious of her loss of hair.
Anastasia & Amelia, VIC
Mum was very proud of her beautiful girls for donating their hair.
Nineveh, Aomta, Ninos, VIC
Three sisters donating their hair to mae a sick child feel special!
Katelyn, QLD
Chopped her hair to make a difference in a sick child's life!
Kristen, NSW
Chopped her long hair to help a child with cancer feel a little more normal :)
Savannah, NSW
Chopped her beautiful long hair to make a sick feel a little more normal.
Katie, VIC
Donating her hair to make a huge difference :)
Chloe
Proud to be sending off her hair to Ella Wigmakers
Hannah, WA
Happy to donate her hair to a child less fortunate.
Sunith,
Donating her beautiful long hair to make a difference in a young childs life.
Sophie
Donating her hair to make a big difference
Holly
Making a difference in the lives of sick kids!
Sarah
Donated her hair to help a sick child feel a little more normal.
Donna
Happily donating her hair to help a sick child feel more normal.
Samantha
I'm so happy I was able to contribute to such a worthwhile cause!
Zac & Jax, WA
Cute little brothers, chopped their hair to help sick kids!
Nathan & Ekaterina,
Mother & son donation their hair to make a young child with cancer feel a little more confident!
Piper QLD,
Very proud to be donating her lovely hair to help a sick child.
Ruby, WA
Ruby did this in Memory of a friend she lost to cancer and to help children have hair who doesn’t have any.
Ethan
Went the whole head shave 4 sick kids
Zoe
Making a difference to the lives of sick kids!
Kristina, Kristie & Emma, QLD
Mum and daughters donating their lovely hair to make a difference :)
Oslo, NSW
Donated his hair to make a difference :)
I’ll continue to grow my hair and donate again. I’m happy I can help.
Love Bella x
Izabel, NSW
“Lately was thinking how I could help people in need, but I work a lot and couldn't find the time to do it, or have enough money to donate.
One day I came across with this video on instagram, this little girl getting her wig and that made me very happy and emotional. I got inspired and decided to donate my hair.
I lost my gramma for cancer and I could do anything to help people going through this especially kids.
Donating my hair felt very special and made me very happy ? “
Hayley, NSW
Making a difference to the lives of sick kids!
Chloe, NSW
Donated her hair to make a difference in a Child's life.
Lila, Indigo & Zara, NSW
Beautiful Sisters :)
Lila decided almost 2 years ago that she wanted to do something to help kids with cancer after seeing something on TV and decided she would grow her hair long so it could be made into wigs for kids with cancer. Her little sisters love doing the same things she does so it didn’t take any convincing for them to want to grow their hair to help too!
Konnor
We hope you love his hair just as much as we all did.
With Love, Konnor & Family xoxoxox
Georgia, QLD
I have had long hair for many years, but after my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer and recently lost her hair, I decided it would be a good idea to cut and donate mine??.
Will, NSW
Had been growing his hair for 2½ years before cutting it!
He started growing his hair for the fun of it, then at the beginning of the year, his Nan mentioned that some people donate their hair to kids who lost theirs. He loved that idea and soon asked if it was possible to "make money for the scientists so they can make better medicines and people wouldn't loose their hair in the first place"
Then in May this year Will's Narni, was diagnosed with lung cancer and passed 11 weeks later. As you can imagine, this gave him a much more personal and deeper understanding of how amazing and important his choice to do this was. He cut it on the 9th of December, which would have been Narni's 66th birthday.
Adele, VIC
My name is Adele and I am 10 years old. I have never dyed my hair before and would like to donate it to Wigs4Kids. I started growing my hair roughly 2 years ago when my Aunty got breast cancer. Now she is finished with cancer but my friend has gotten Leukaemia and is being treated at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. This is the first time I have donated my hair
Sophie NSW,
Sophie hopes her hair will help to make a sick child feel better
Ruby & Lucy
We decided to cut our hair off to donate it to Wigs 4 Kids. We decided to donate hair as we have friends close to us that have had cancer and lost their hair. Knowing how hard that can be for people and being able to donate 45cm and 25cm of of hair to create a wig for someone is amazing
Rebecca & Summer, NSW
We are so happy we could help support a child that is going through such a devastating time in their life. We hope this small gesture can make a difference.
Allison
Was very happy and glad to know her hair would help someone else out.
Grace, ACT
Grace will be 7 next month and had barely had a hair trim in her life so when she decided she wanted her hair cut short, we decided to put her hair to good use and donate it to be made for someone who needs it. In just a few days we were able to raise $1746 for the Kids with Cancer Foundation. It was a beautiful learning experience for our girl.
Zane, VIC
I cut my hair to fundraise to help sick kids throughout Australia. Some of my close relatives have been diagnosed with cancer and been through radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, whilst others are just beginning their battle. Cutting my hair will not benefit them, but donating my hair will make a world of difference for a kid that has lost their own.
Ruby, NSW
Ruby, aged 10 years, has always had beautiful long hair. As she sat in the chair, for her 'back to school' haircut, she asked her hairdresser could she cut her hair to her shoulders, so that she could donate her hair to make a wig for someone going through cancer treatment, in memory of our very special friend Tam. Tam passed from breast cancer at age 30, she was such a big part of our lives, she had a rare disability, and only saw the happy in life.
Ruby wanted to give someone the opportunity to have a beautiful wig, just like Tam had.
Elisabeth, NSW
Today (25/1/2023) I cut my long hair ready to be sent to the wigmakers for a wig for a child with cancer. I was feeling very nervous but also excited at the same time.
I would like to encourage you to donate your hair if you want because it is all for a great cause. If you are like me and you've wanted your hair shorter and you have very long hair, why not donate it? This is a great cause :-) ".
Angie,
I have been thinking of donating my hair for about the last 3 years, the event that made me actually do it was that 1 of my best friends was diagnosed with Breast Cancer when she was 11 weeks pregnant, I made a promise to her that I would donate my hair and then shave my head so we could grow our hair back together. I then started googling where to donate my hair, and came across “Wigs for Kids” and liked that the hair wasn’t sold overseas.
Tash, ACT
My names Tash, I’m a 30 year old physio and Pilates instructor from the ACT. A few years ago out of the blue I ended up hospitalised with a serious illness, followed by being bedbound for a really long time. I went from treating patients to being the patient, and lost the active, outdoorsy life I once knew. During my tough days I decided if and when I recovered, I would help someone else in a similar situation. I just wasn’t exactly sure how!
In the last month I’ve been hitting major recovery milestones, including hiking my first mountain again! The other day a stranger complimented my hair (I had lots of it!) and a lightbulb went off. That afternoon I googled where I could donate it, and came across Wigs 4 Kids. I booked my haircut the next day and I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous but I thought of the beautiful brave Aussie children battling cancer - that sorted my courage right out!!
Besides being insanely inspire by these kids, I am absolutely loving my new hair do, and am grateful for Wigs 4 Kids to allow me to share my hair, my love and my story to those who need it more than me
Rylee WA,
Cut her hair to make a sick child feel a little more normal, as you can tell by her smile she loves it.
Grace, NSW
donated her hair to Wigs 4 Kids so that someone else can be blessed.
Henry NSW
Henry has been growing his hair for over four years and while super happy with his surfer look, he wanted a change. When he learned about the option to donate his hair six months ago, he insisted on growing it until he had 20cm to give away.
Kimberley, NSW
I’m from The United States and this will be my third hair donation! I grow my hair out every four or five years and I donate it to an organization that makes wigs for children who need it :)
Matilda, VIC
Matilda was very nervous as this was her first ever haircut and we didn’t want her to feel uncomfortable. Matilda is 6 years old and the only way we could convince her to cut her hair was the fact that she was able to donate it for kids that were going through a hard time in their lives
Kane
Kane was in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) for 9 years. This meant shaving everyday & cutting his hair every 2 weeks so once he left the RAAF he decided, like many others do, to grow a beard & his hair. Kane left the RAAF about 4 years ago, so his hair had grown very long by that time. He decided to cut it but from the beginning he said he wanted to grow it to donate it. He decided on Wigs for Kids because every kid deserves to feel beautiful & have lovely hair so by donating his hair, he could help with that.
Georgia
Donating her hair to make kids smile.
Laila
Was excited to donate 30cm of hair to help make today easier for kids with cancer.
Louise,
Donated her hair to make a child with cancer feel a little more normal.
Rebecca,
Once I heard about the wigs 4 kids program I knew I wanted to donate my hair. I hope it puts a smile on a special little kid's face during such a difficult journey in their life.
Alisha, Vic
Was inspired after her mum Melissa showed her pictures from our “Be Inspired” page.
Victoria,
Donated her lovely long hair to make a sick child feel a little more normal :)
Kiarni
Making a very big difference in the lives of sick kids!
Imogen
Imogen waited patiently until her hair was long enough to be able to donate. Imogen’s cousin had previously donated her hair and this inspired Imogen.
Lily, QLD
Excited to be donating her beautiful hair.
Aarya, ACT
Very excited to be donating her hair to a child in need.
Darcy, NSW
Darcy’s has been growing her hair to be given to the Wigs 4 Kids Campaign. She’s 11yr old
Hannah, NSW
has been growing her hair for 2.5 years and yesterday made the decision to cut 30cm off so that she could help kids with cancer
Lexi,
Lexie, is 10years old and this the second time she has donated. First being in 2021!
Emma, NSW
Emma decided to donate her hair after seeing her grandmother go through cancer treatment and loose her hair, and then get a wig. She thought that by cutting off her hair for donation then another child would be able to smile with some new hair when they needed it.
Matilda, NSW
She has always had long hair only gets a trim once maybe twice a year to keep it healthy. For a little while now the long hair has been annoying her when doing different things so she decided in the school holidays to get it cut to a shorter length. Over the past year or two we have had family and close friends of the family go through cancer and sadly are no longer with us. And now her Aunty (my sister in-law) has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer and started Chemo today.
So with seeing what they went through Matilda thought she doesn't want to see her hair go to waste but would like to see it help others. We did a search online to find an organisation that accepts hair donations and came across Kids with Cancer Foundation that got our attention. Matilda loves the idea of being able to help children that are going through a tough time. We also like that the hair will be used in wigs made locally.
Arlo,
Arlo is 5 years old and was so excited to cut her hair and send it away for another child to make them happy.
She has already told me she wants to grow it again so she can make more wigs!
Aleah & Millie, Vic
When the girls had discussed cutting their hair we had looked in to giving their hair to kids fighting the same disease that both Loki and Krissy had fought and they thought it was a great idea to be able to help even if it was in what seemed to be a little way. They've both always had beautiful longhair but they had no hesitations in growing it a little longer and giving it to wigs for kids.
They also wanted to raise funds for kids families to try and help ease the burden of the ongoing costs associated with treatments and have tried to raise some money along the way. Even through hard times, every little bit counts.
They would like to thank those who have been kind enough to donate and thank you for reading their story.
Alice,
Donating her beautiful long hair to make a difference!
Lilah, SA
I have recently cut my hair and decided to donate it to Kids with Cancer Foundation. Specifically, Wigs 4 Kids.
Choosing to cut my long hair was a big change for me! I have only ever grown my hair and trimmed it, I never once thought I would cut and donate it. People would always say, “you’d look good with short hair” or “why don’t you cut it and donate it?” My response? “No! Never! I love my long hair”.
Yet here I am. Finally making the decision to change my hair style, donate it, and hopefully make a change.
Everyone, including myself, are very excited and proud of this next chapter in my life. I have only ever known my hair to be long, so I am in the clouds on the change.
My hair does not make me who I am, so I am proud to give it to another who needs it. I hope my hair can make someone very happy.
Iris, Vic
I am the mother of a three-year-old girl from Melbourne, Victoria and recently had the opportunity to donate my hair to create wigs for children undergoing cancer treatment and their families. I believe that this gesture can make a meaningful impact on their lives during such a challenging time.
As a mother, I understand the importance of compassion and support, especially for young ones facing health battles. I am grateful for the chance to contribute in this way, and I am committed to sharing this experience with my daughter. By telling her this story, I hope to instil in her a sense of empathy and a willingness to extend a helping hand to others in need.
Thank you for providing this avenue to make a positive difference. I look forward to knowing that my hair will be used to bring smiles to the faces of these brave children and their families.
Reuben, SA
I cut my hair because it always got in the way of everything. I play guitar in the morning but my hair always gets in the way of it. When I change my clothes it always makes me feel uncomfortable.
My friend called Charlie also had long hair but donated it to charity. I also wanted to donate my hair (which was 25cms long) to a charity called Wigs 4 Kids.
Because everyone deserves hair, especially people with cancer. By Reuben.
Holly, NSW
I am so grateful to be in a position where I can donate my hair to a child in need. I hope it can put a smile on the face of a child going through a difficult time. I would strongly encourage anyone considering donating to take the leap, knowing the wonderful impact it can have
Chloe QLD
My story is not remarkable, but I am inspired by the remarkable nature of these brave children that every day face the unthinkable. I believe in small actions having a big impact and know that my locks will find a loving home and make someone smile.
Tadhg, SA
After growing his hair for 2 years, Tadhg wanted to help a child in need of some hair! He doing so, he also raised nearly $2,000 to contribute financial support to families that have a child with cancer. This family and friends have been very generous with their donations.
Zara QLD
Making life easier for kids with cancer
Megan and Grace QLD
My daughter and I decided to cut our hair to donate for someone in greater need than us. My daughter has always loved her 'rapunzel' hair but was so brave to be able to cut off 30cm of hair to donate. We hope this makes a difference in another childs life!
Amelia, 11, VIC
My name is Amelia and I am 11 years old. I have been growing my hair for more than 2 years and I decided to donate my hair to kids with cancer because my hair was very long and I knew someone else out there needed it more than I did. I wanted to make a difference to someone and help make another child happy.
Caitlyn, 9, VIC
Caitlyn is 9 and lives in Vic. She decided she would donate her hair to kids with cancer.
Lachlan SA
Making life easier for kids with cancer
Evie 4
Supporting another child who needs it