Hair donation is a simple way to provide a child with locks of love. If you have a ponytail that is 10
inches or longer, you can donate hair so a child who's lost theirs can look more like themselves.
Children undergoing chemotherapy, suffering from alopecia areata, or recuperating from scalp burns
face multiple hurdles. In addition to the physical challenges of medical treatment, children also must
combat low self-esteem and poor self-image from losing their hair. Oftentimes, bald children believe
it necessary to hide their condition under hats and feel they stand out among other kids.
Your hair donations can be turned into natural-looking wigs for kids. On the other hand, synthetic wigs "look fake," like doll hair. Only
donated human hair achieves a realistic, natural appearance.
When kids feel better about their appearance, they feel brighter about the outlook for their future. With renewed confidence, these children
will go out in public again, without feeling self-conscious. They can look proudly in the mirror. They see themselves again.
A custom human-hair wig can cost more than a thousand dollars to make and is too expensive for many families. But, several non-profit
groups are working with volunteers to make wigs for financially disadvantaged kids. To make this happen for a child, all you have to do is
donate your ponytail, the next time you get a haircut.
Locks of Love is the most well-known hairpiece charity. Many people mistakenly believe that the wigs created by Locks of Love are given to
just children with cancer. Instead, most Locks of Love wigs go to kids with long-term hair loss. Children with conditions such as alopecia
areata who will never grow their natural hair again are given first priority. Since most children who undergo chemotherapy will be able to grow
their own hair again, a very limited number of human hair and synthetic wigs are given to children with cancer. You should be aware that it
takes multiple hair donations to make a single wig and that Locks of Love sells a number of the hair donations it receives in order to fund its
programs. Some families pay for their wigs based on their financial ability; the neediest are given their wig for free. You can send your hair
donation by mail using Locks of Love's online hair donation form.
We at First Impression Studio will offer a 15% discount on hair cuts when you donate your hair to Locks of Love
But you must mail the donate ponytail in a plastic bag, and then in a padded envelope with donation form back to them..
Hair must be clean, dry.
Please complete, print and send the form with your hair donation; you may remain anonymous if you wish. Please print legibly so we will be
able to send you an acknowledgement.
Please note, To receive an acknowledgement may take up to 90 days. If you are sending a photo with your donation
please write your name, address, and phone number on back of the photo in addition to the completed form.
NOTE: HAIR MUST BE 10" minimum hair length (tip to tip)
You may pull curly hair straight to measure the minimum 10"
Bundle your hair in a ponytail or braid
Hair from men and women, young and old, and all colors and races are needed
Hair must not be colored, bleached or over-processed, permed,
Natural human hair only; no wigs, extensions, or synthetic hair
Once you donate your ponytail, take time to celebrate. Every time you look in the mirror, you'll know that you've made a real difference in the
life of a sick child.
inches or longer, you can donate hair so a child who's lost theirs can look more like themselves.
Children undergoing chemotherapy, suffering from alopecia areata, or recuperating from scalp burns
face multiple hurdles. In addition to the physical challenges of medical treatment, children also must
combat low self-esteem and poor self-image from losing their hair. Oftentimes, bald children believe
it necessary to hide their condition under hats and feel they stand out among other kids.
Your hair donations can be turned into natural-looking wigs for kids. On the other hand, synthetic wigs "look fake," like doll hair. Only
donated human hair achieves a realistic, natural appearance.
When kids feel better about their appearance, they feel brighter about the outlook for their future. With renewed confidence, these children
will go out in public again, without feeling self-conscious. They can look proudly in the mirror. They see themselves again.
A custom human-hair wig can cost more than a thousand dollars to make and is too expensive for many families. But, several non-profit
groups are working with volunteers to make wigs for financially disadvantaged kids. To make this happen for a child, all you have to do is
donate your ponytail, the next time you get a haircut.
Locks of Love is the most well-known hairpiece charity. Many people mistakenly believe that the wigs created by Locks of Love are given to
just children with cancer. Instead, most Locks of Love wigs go to kids with long-term hair loss. Children with conditions such as alopecia
areata who will never grow their natural hair again are given first priority. Since most children who undergo chemotherapy will be able to grow
their own hair again, a very limited number of human hair and synthetic wigs are given to children with cancer. You should be aware that it
takes multiple hair donations to make a single wig and that Locks of Love sells a number of the hair donations it receives in order to fund its
programs. Some families pay for their wigs based on their financial ability; the neediest are given their wig for free. You can send your hair
donation by mail using Locks of Love's online hair donation form.
We at First Impression Studio will offer a 15% discount on hair cuts when you donate your hair to Locks of Love
But you must mail the donate ponytail in a plastic bag, and then in a padded envelope with donation form back to them..
Hair must be clean, dry.
Please complete, print and send the form with your hair donation; you may remain anonymous if you wish. Please print legibly so we will be
able to send you an acknowledgement.
Please note, To receive an acknowledgement may take up to 90 days. If you are sending a photo with your donation
please write your name, address, and phone number on back of the photo in addition to the completed form.
NOTE: HAIR MUST BE 10" minimum hair length (tip to tip)
You may pull curly hair straight to measure the minimum 10"
Bundle your hair in a ponytail or braid
Hair from men and women, young and old, and all colors and races are needed
Hair must not be colored, bleached or over-processed, permed,
Natural human hair only; no wigs, extensions, or synthetic hair
Once you donate your ponytail, take time to celebrate. Every time you look in the mirror, you'll know that you've made a real difference in the
life of a sick child.
| LOCKS OF LOVE: DONATE YOUR PONYTAIL We at First Impression Studio will cut your hair for 1/2 price when you donate your hair to Locks of Love |
WHAT IS LOCKS OF LOVE? Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children in the United States and Canada under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. We meet a unique need for children by using donated hair to create the highest quality hair prosthetics. Most of the children helped by Locks of Love have lost their hair due to a medical condition called alopecia areata, which has no known cause or cure. The prostheses we provide help to restore their self-esteem and their confidence, enabling them to face the world and their peers. Mission Statement Our mission is to return a sense of self, confidence and normalcy to children suffering from hair loss by utilizing donated ponytails to provide the highest quality hair prosthetics to financially disadvantaged children. The children receive hair prostheses free of charge or on a sliding scale, based on financial need. |
| Recipient and Hair Donor Disclaimer: Locks of Love is a non-religious, non-political, not-for-profit entity. Further, Locks of Love does not take positions or align itself with any special interests. Any event taking place as part of a religious, political or any other special interest group does not reflect the views or opinions of Locks of Love. It is Locks of Love’s mission to promote the well-being of children through its program of providing hairpieces. All events and fundraisers held on behalf of Locks of Love should uphold and reflect the mission and desire to help disadvantaged children. |
| Locks of Love 234 Southern Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33405 Please also note our new phone & fax numbers: 561-833-7332 561-833-7962 (fax) |
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