Donate hair
Grow it, cut it, change a life
Donated ponytails become wigs for children experiencing hair loss from alopecia, medical treatment and trichotillomania. It takes between 10 and 20 ponytails to create a single wig.
Before you cut
What your hair needs to be
- Hair must be natural - no dyes, colours or chemical treatments
- Secure each ponytail with an elastic band at the top and the bottom
- Ask your hairdresser to place the bands before cutting
- Lay the hair flat on tissue or newspaper and wrap it to prevent tangling
Where donations go
Donated hair is turned into wigs for children through our partner organisations. Their websites carry the latest donation guidelines:
- Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation (AAAF)
PO Box 5029, Frankston South VIC 3199 - info@aaaf.org.au
- Variety - the Children's Charity
State-specific donation guidelines at variety.org.au
Want to donate?
Not sure if your hair qualifies, or want help with the process? Call or email Angela and she will guide you through every step.