How to Donate Human-Hair Wigs to Kids
Human-hair wigs are more expensive than synthetic wigs, and therefore out of the budget of many who desire them. Kids' human-hair wigs are smaller than average, which makes them even harder to obtain. The lack of child-size human-hair wigs offers an excellent opportunity if you want to donate, boosting a child's confidence and quality of life. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Research the groups, charities and organizations to which you would like to donate. This may be a simple task if you've already chosen your recipient. If not, decide if you would like to donate locally or remotely, and whether or not you want to support children affected by specific hair-loss conditions.
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Contact the organization to which you would like to donate, and learn about its donation process. Inquire about the terms and conditions of your donation to ensure that you can meet the needs of the organization. What kind of human hair wigs for children are accepted? Do you have the option of donating anonymously, or in the name of a loved one? Are wigs to be dropped off, picked up or mailed?
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Prepare the wig for proper storage and delivery. Used human-hair wigs should be carefully washed and dried. Wigs are best stored in round or hexagonal wig boxes. Dome inserts that support the shape of the wig are also helpful because they protect against warping.
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Tips & Warnings
Looking for recipients? Check with local cancer centers, support groups, community organizations and churches to locate local charities that distribute human-hair wigs to children experiencing hair loss.
Donate loose lengths of hair to charities like Locks of Love.
You may find the organization you choose also accepts other items; you can donate hats and scarves as well as human-hair wigs.
Remember to obtain a receipt from the receiving organization for your personal tax records.
Do not send human-hair wigs for children to organizations without checking specific hair requirements first. Some organizations only accept wigs that are free of hair dyes and certain chemicals, while others only accept more youthful styles for their young recipients.
