Donor's Stories

Being the mother of a young girl with Alopecia Universalis, I have had unique experiences, both positive and otherwise, that have shown me how different life will be for her. Her strength and courage surpasses even the bravest of soldiers.

Each and every day she must venture into a world where she is seen as different, with head held high and emotions in check. She shows no weakness, even in situations where she is tormented by the cruel or questioned by the insensitive. She accepts her fate but wishes for a normal existence.

Dear Wigs for Kids:

My name is Liz and I am a freshman in college. This is my hair. It took me eight years to grow it. In junior high, my really good friend Alejandra (we called her Alex) was diagnosed with leukemia.

My husband Scott was in a serious automobile accident, leaving him with severe brain injury.  Along his long road to recovery, learning to walk, talk and eat again, some very dear friends took part in a benefit held on Scott's behalf.  One friend in particular, Mike, raised over $2,500.00 in a unique way.Mike had been growing his hair for as long as he can remember, refusing to cut it even for his daughter's wedding.  He always said the right reason would come along that would make it all worthwhile.  It was fortunate for us that he chose this benefit for the worthwhile

Dear Wigs for Kids:

A few years ago, my six-year old grandson Marcus was dying from cancer. He was invited to spend a few days at Disney World by the GIVE KIDS THE WORLD FOUNDATION. Family members were included in the invitation, and I was lucky enough to go along.

We were housed in a beautiful village with individual living quarters and communal recreation and dining areas. I was impressed by the courage shown by these kids. Although many were in pain, and all were quite aware of their situation, they behaved like any children would on a trip to Disney World.