What a wonderful opportunity to spend the day with Kiwanis Key Club members from across Michigan, including the upper peninsula! Fall Rally is an annual event held for nearly 500 young Kiwanians to participate in leadership training, service projects and learn more about charitable activities in the community. We were invited by the Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township to reach out and get involved since our program is all about kids helping kids. Thank you, Key Club members for learning more about Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and how you can get involved in making a difference for fellow youth!
Planned Giving for Sustainability
Planned giving is not just a gift—it’s a promise of sustainability where your contribution will help Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan continue our mission for many years to come. Whether through a bequest, trust, or other planned gift, your...
Reach 360 Foundation Hosts Successful Event
Reach 360 Foundation is an organization that aims to support student athletes who are facing obstacles in their path to success. The foundation's mission is to empower student athletes through academic, financial, emotional, and physical skills...
Mt. Clemens Lions Continue Supporting Charities
The Mt. Clemens Lions have a proud history of service to those in need with vision & hearing concerns, plus a large number of projects to benefit the community. Each year, they host a Grand Prix soapbox derby for children ages 6-12 to enjoy,...
Interview with Dr. Michele - Mind Matters
Our interview on the Mind Matters with Dr. Michele TV show has been posted! Please watch and learn how our comprehensive services are making a difference for children and families throughout Michigan at no charge. We thank Dr. Michele for sharing...
Lakeshore Optimists 42nd Annual Youth Appreciation Awards
The Lakeshore Optimists of Grosse Pointe held their 42nd Annual Youth Appreciation Awards, honoring 12 outstanding young people from Grosse Pointe North, Grosse Pointe South and University of Liggett schools. It was such an honor for our Founder...
Pigs 4 Wigs T-Shirts Available to Participating Departments
The 12th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs competition continues with local police departments raising awareness of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and funds to sponsor children's wigs during No-Shave November. We have Pigs 4 Wigs t-shirts available...
Holiday Cards Available
‘Tis the season to show the ones you love how much you care! Send those closest to you a reminder that they're in your heart with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Holiday Cards. With three beautiful designs to select from, these cards are a quick...
Salon Centric Dearborn: Charity Give Back Drive
Salon Centric in Dearborn is hosting a Charity Give Back Drive now until Saturday, December 14, 2024 where they are raising awareness of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan through a table setup inside their store. Licensed beauty professionals are...
Nonprofit Management Conference
On World Kindness Day, we are reminded of the great works being done in the nonprofit sector and the kindness of others who help fuel our unique missions. We were amongst many charitable organizations today at the Troy Chamber’s 19th Annual...
Photo Contest
We’ve entered the Nonprofit Insurance Alliance’s 2024 Photo Contest, and your vote once per device can help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan win cash prizes and publicity!Voting is easy – our photo is located here:...
Bree Benefits from Fitness, Makeup Classes, VR 4 Kids & More
Meet Bree, one of our wig recipients! She was diagnosed at age 9 with bone cancer, received a wig and a hair hat made from her own hair before it fell completely out from chemo. She has had 5 reconstructive surgeries over the last two years to heal...
Mason Donates His Hair
Mason was so proud to send in his hair donation to help another child! He documented the entire process: from growing his hair out, to cutting it and then mailing his hair donation to our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center. His family...
Veteran's Day 2024
Today and always, we recognize the veterans who have served our beautiful country. Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan honors their service on Veteran’s Day – we are fortunate to live in the land of the free, thanks to the brave! They give of...
The Gathering House Supports Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Recently, The Gathering House held a Songwriters Benefitting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan concert to help us reach out further, educate families about our services and raise funds to sponsor more wigs for the children of Michigan. Brad Stuart,...
Thank You for the Candy Donations
Thank you to everyone who has heeded our call and donated candy to help us prepare a festive sweet treat area at our annual children’s holiday party. Supporters have personally dropped off or mailed sweets and our wonderful volunteers like Kyler...
Basket Donors - We Thank You!
To everyone who has donated baskets so we could make them up for our wig recipients in preparation of our Annual Children's Holiday Party, we thank you! We've been busy getting prizes ready for the event and look forward to celebrating the season...
Holiday Shopping with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Getting ready to shop for the holidays? Great gift ideas can be found with Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! View our holiday shopping auction and the proceeds from your purchase will help us continue providing wigs & support services to...
Holiday Makeup Class Photos 2024!
Our holiday makeup class was a hit! We learned how to find a look that matches our unique style, replicate it on paper utilizing Mirabella Beauty and recreate it on ourselves. Everyone had a great time learning new makeup techniques and will be...
Impact 100 Macomb County
Our thanks to Impact 100 Macomb County for choosing Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as one of four grant finalists. We had the opportunity to share our mission, growth and building addition project with their members at the grant award ceremony...
Building Addition Coming Along!
Our building addition is really coming along! The interior ceiling has been painted and the roll-up, garage-style door for ease of access was installed today. This will assist us in bringing through the in-kind goods that are generously donated by...
Brent Donates His Hair to Help the Kids!
Another amazing hair donation! Brent has been growing out his hair and decided to have it cut and donated to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan so he could help a child right here in his community. He then dropped off his hair donation to our Wellness...
Child & Family Social Worker
Are you someone who wants to directly impact the lives of the most vulnerable children in your community? Are you looking for work with a purpose? Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is seeking a dedicated and tech-savvy Child and Family Social Worker...
Giving Tuesday Powered By SHARE Detroit!
Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving that follows Thanksgiving, encouraging donations and acts of kindness - this year's date is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Please consider supporting our mission of helping improve the self-esteem of local...
Lions Club Raffle Tickets
Lions Clubs are another civic organization that bring hands & hearts to the communities they serve to fill a need. Our local Northeast Detroit Lions Club has supported Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan since our humble beginnings through...
Chelsea Returns to Receive Wigs, Hair Hat & Support Kids!
Chelsea has alopecia, an auto-immune disorder causing hair loss and she was one of the first kids in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program to receive a wig! We saw her several times as she journeyed through her health challenge until her hair...
Thank You, October 2024 Facebook & Instagram Donors
Facebook & Instagram continue to support charities in achieving their missions through fundraisers that are easy for donors to create, and we appreciate those who choose Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as the beneficiary of their fundraising...
Alyssa Our Wig Recipient Returns to Support the Kids!
We were deeply touched to receive a visit from our wig recipient Alyssa who bravely fought cancer 3 times and received a wig & support services in 2011. She had an appointment a month ago to donate her hair, then came back again on Saturday and...
Kiwanis Gourmet Nut Canisters Available
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. We have worked with many local clubs since our humble beginnings and each year they sell canisters of gourmet nuts that make great...
Thank You for Donating Baskets!
Renee, the “rummage sale queen” responded to our call for baskets so that we could make prizes for our kids & events. Thank you to all the supporters like Renee who dropped baskets off at our Wellness Center – this is a year-round project,...
Get Tickets to our Holiday Party
Dear wig recipients & families: Our Annual Children's Holiday Party will be held on Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 12-3 pm at Blossom Heath Inn. We have limited seating and if you would like to attend this festive event, please get your tickets soon....
Mind Matters with Dr. Michele Airs Today!
We're excited to share that our TV interview on the program Mind Matters with Dr. Michele is airing today; Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 11:30 am on CW50 Detroit! We thank her for dedicating a portion of her show to help us raise awareness of our...
After Her Family is Touched by Cancer, Janelle Donates Her Hair
Meet Janelle, one of our amazing hair donors! As the sibling of a sister with special needs, Janelle already has a caring heart to help others. After one of her family members was diagnosed with cancer, Janelle started growing her hair out to...
Pigs 4 Wigs Has Begun!
The 12th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs Initiative has begun! Local police departments in Michigan are participating in "No-shave November." Officers pay $50.00 and can raise additional funds so they can avoid shaving; monies are then donated to Maggie's Wigs 4...
Thank You, Texas Roadhouse
Brandon from Texas Roadhouse stopped in with some rolls, butter & appetizer coupons for our kids, families & team to enjoy! The restaurant has supported our program previously with donations like these and we appreciate that they are a...
STEALTH Consulting Headquarters Tour
Wes Mathews and his team at Stealth Consulting have created an incredible working & event meeting space in Northville, Michigan. It's located directly in the heart of downtown and features a modern mix of office-meets-industrial innovation...
Happy Halloween 2024
Our team at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc would like to wish everyone a safe and spook-tacular Halloween this year! We hope you have fun with your family & friends whether you're going out trick-or-treating or celebrating inside. No...
Concrete Has Been Poured!
More exciting construction news: the concrete has been poured for our building addition! Calico Construction and their subcontractors are hard at work keeping this project on track to be completed by the end of the year. As a growing nonprofit,...
Jillian Travels from Indiana to Donate Her Hair!
What a special visit we had today from an amazing young lady named Jillian who traveled all the way from Indiana with her mom to visit our Wellness Center and personally deliver her hair donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! She took a...
Hiring a Cosmetologist through Pure Michigan Talent Connect
We’re seeking a licensed cosmetologist to join our team and applicants can apply through the Pure Michigan Talent Connect job bank, powered by Macomb-St. Clair Michigan Works. More information can be found here:...
Ryan Completes His Volunteer Time
Many nonprofits like Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan are small but mighty, relying on the talents of volunteers who play an integral role in supporting our missions. Today, we thank Ryan who volunteered for the last month. Utilizing his background...
Construction Update: Concrete Prep!
Construction update: our building addition site is being prepared for concrete work - the zone was cleaned up, adjacent parking lot sections that needed replacement have been cleared and reinforcement steel mesh has been installed. The progress...
A Sister's Love: Sofia Donating Hair for Emma
A sister's love: Our wig recipient Emma joined our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program after being diagnosed with leukemia. In a heartwarming show of support, Emma's sister Sofia donated her hair at Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness...
Christine's Family Gives Back
Christine is one of our newest wig recipients who is 8 years old and has alopecia; an auto-immune disorder causing hair loss. Her mom researched organizations to help her daughter with a wig and chose Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to reach out...
Halloween Hustle a Hit!
What a great day for a race! The Halloween Hustle 5K, 8K, & Fun Run was held at Lake St. Clair Metropark today and 438 people registered to participate! There were costume contests, awards, refreshments and we were able to share information about...
Congratulations Meghan on Completing Volunteer Time
Congratulations to Meghan, who just completed her volunteer time at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! She has been a wonderful volunteer, helping in each department at our Wellness Center, representing our organization in the community at...
Easton & Kody Host Another Successful Lemonade Stand
Brothers Easton & Kody make a great team! They held their annual lemonade stand to increase alopecia awareness and they chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to benefit from the proceeds. With the help of their family, friends, sports team and...
Candy Donations Needed
As we prepare for our Annual Children's Holiday Party in December, we are asking our supporters to consider making donations of candy for our event. After Halloween ends, candy is marked down to 50% and this is the best time to purchase and make a...
Crumbl Cookies - a Delicious Treat for Our Kids!
We stopped by Crumbl Cookies' Chesterfield, MI location to pick up some delicious cookies! Our wig recipients love these special treats when they spend time at our Wellness Center receiving wigs or participating in our support services like tea...
November 2024 Newsletter Released!
Our November newsletter has arrived and we’re celebrating our kids & families and amazing supporters during this upcoming month of gratitude. Thank you to everyone who has recently subscribed to receive news about Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of...
Clinton Township Kiwanis Meeting
Clinton Township Kiwanis members volunteer to serve the needs of the community, its children & teens, seniors, faith organizations, and non-profits. They have supported Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan for over a decade and invited our Founder...
Nail Care with Lexi
We are excited to welcome our new nail technician, Lexi, to our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan team! She has been hired to help accommodate the children that we serve, and will be providing nail care services. Wig recipients & families can...
Congratulations to American Jewelry & Loan
Congratulations to American Jewelry & Loan on being voted the Best Pawn Shop in Detroit, by Metro Times readers’ poll! The company opened in 1978 and has become one of the largest and most recognizable pawn shops in the world. The flagship...
Annual Children's Holiday Party 2024
Dear wig recipients & families: we're excited to announce our Annual Children's Holiday Party will be held Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 12-3 pm at Blossom Heath Inn in St. Clair Shores. Due to the popularity of this seasonal gathering, please...
Sign Up for the Halloween Hustle 5K!
We have been selected as the charity of choice for this year's Halloween Hustle Race that will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 8:00 to 11:30 am at Lake St. Clair Metropark: 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township, MI 48045. Enjoy the crisp...
Building Progress: Plumbing Installed!
Update on our building addition project: the plumbing fixtures have been installed and next, Calico Construction & their associates will be focusing on preparing the area for concrete work. Did you know? Each phase of construction needs approval...
Sign Up for our November 2024 Newsletter
Stay connected with us! At Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, we have been busy serving the children & families in our community at no charge. Our monthly newsletter is in the works and to receive the November 2024 edition, we invite you to...
Songwriters Support Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
The Songwriters Benefitting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan concert at The Gathering House was an incredible experience! Each artist played their original music to a full house crowd while supporting the kids we serve. We are so very grateful that...
Thank You, Village Market!
Our thanks to Village Market who allowed us to setup a table today to share information about our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and sell raffle tickets on behalf our friends at the Northeast Detroit Lions Club. They have sponsored holiday...
Victoria Donates Her Hair
Victoria, one of our Cuts 4 a Cause graduates returned to our Wellness Center yesterday to deliver her beautiful hair donation! She has been growing her hair out for a long time so she could bring a smile to a child’s face when they receive their...
12th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs
We are celebrating the 12th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign which will be kicking off on Friday, November 1, 2024. Local police departments in Michigan participate in "No-shave November" by paying $50.00 and can raise additional funds so they can avoid...
Songwriters Supporting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of MI Concert Just Days Away!
The Songwriters Supporting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan concert is just two days away! Enjoy the music of Nashville & grassroots artists Brad Stuart, Natalie Brooke & Brian Allison who are stopping by metro-Detroit on their Fall Tour...
We S.T.A.N.D. with PKSA Karate SCS on Anti-Bullying
Bullying is a serious issue facing kids today, including our wig recipients and we support anti-bullying initiatives. Our friends at PKSA Karate-St. Clair Shores are asking us to S.T.A.N.D. against bullying through a free event for kids 6-17 years...
Holiday Cards Now Available!
‘Tis the season to show the ones you love how much you care! Send those closest to you a reminder that they’re in your heart with Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Holiday Cards. With three beautiful designs to select from, these cards are a...
SHARE Detroit Grow Giving Tuesday
SHARE Detroit held their third annual Grow Giving Tuesday event and it was a great day of learning for nonprofits! We heard from event sponsors, corporations that support charity partners and industry experts on nonprofit storytelling, like Walker...
Cuts 4 Cash Helps Sponsor Wigs
Did you know? You can sponsor the making of a wig by participating in our Cuts 4 Cash program. Collect monetary pledges from your friends & family for every inch of hair you donate and this will help defray the manufacturing costs of a wig for a...
Cuts 4 a Cause Graduates 2024
Today was our Cuts 4 a Cause Hair Restoration Training & Certification Program, sponsored by The Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation and Paul Mitchell The School Michigan. Two Paul Mitchell graduates, Ashley & Victoria took our workshop and became...
Warthogs Motorcycle Club Support Children
The Warthogs Motorcycle Club was established 2001 in Detroit, Michigan. The founding members of this club consist of active or retired city & federal law enforcement officers and citizens in the community. They heard about Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids...
69 Countries Donate Hair
Children experiencing hair loss is not a local or national issue, it is universal and we gratefully receive hair donations from 69 countries around the world! Poland is the most recent country to send in a hair donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
Cambria Donates Her Hair
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc gratefully accepts hair donations from caring individuals around the world who want to make a difference, like Cambria who just donated her beautiful hair! We appreciate a minimum 10 inches although we will...
We’re Seeking Extra Large Baskets
As we prepare for our Annual Children’s Holiday Party, we are seeking extra large baskets to make up prizes! If you have these items available to donate, please bring them to our Wellness Center: 30130 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082....
Turning Heads with Hair Restoration
We're just a few days away from our Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training & certification program, sponsored by Paul Mitchell The School Michigan and the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation. In this comprehensive 1-day workshop, licensed...
Rooftop Construction for our Building Addition
Rooftop work has begun on our building addition to the Wellness Center! Once this portion of the project is completed, the plumbers will arrive to install plumbing fixtures and the interior construction starts. We’re making progress! Thank you...
Utica-Shelby Kiwanis Meeting
The Utica-Shelby Kiwanis are passionate about making our community a better place for children. Through their civic service, they support initiatives that allow children to thrive. The Kiwanis recently inducted new members into their club who are...
Write a Positive Review on GreatNonprofits
If you've been touched by our program directly or indirectly, and would like to share your positive story about how Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc has made a difference for yourself or a loved one, please consider writing a review on...
Seeking a Psychotherapist
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is seeking a licensed psychotherapist who would be willing to donate their time or provide counseling services at a reduced rate to support our families who are facing a cancer diagnosis or other disorder resulting...
Shopping on Prime Day? Shop & Support the Kids!
If you're shopping Prime Day Deals on Amazon today, please consider our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. We are always seeking donated new items to help make our amazing raffle & auction baskets! The funds raised from these prizes help...
Sparrow Hospital Donates 368 Ponytails!
Wow! University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital held their 10th Annual Hair-a-Thon and sent 368 ponytails to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan so we can make beautiful custom wigs for the children throughout Michigan. The Sparrow team also...
Meet the Songwriters!
Meet the musicians who are hosting the Songwriters Benefitting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan concert at The Gathering House on Friday, October 18, 2024 - doors open at: 6:30 pm (1326 E Lincoln Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067). They are bringing their...
Sponsoring a Family for the Holidays
Dear caring friends & supporters: We are now accepting sponsorships for family wish lists this holiday season. If you have a business, family or civic organization that would like to bring joy to a Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan family, please...
Congratulations, Tracy! Completing Volunteer Time
We are grateful when volunteers choose our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program as their charity of choice. Many hands make light work and there are always projects at our Wellness Center or events where we need the support of caring individuals...
Cosmetologists: Sign Up for Cuts 4 a Cause
Don’t miss out! Spots are filling up in our Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training and certification program which is being held on Monday, October 14, 2024 from 8am-4pm at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and Go Green Salon located inside our...
October 2024 Newsletter
The October newsletter for Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has arrived and we thank our subscribers for signing up and staying informed about our mission. We have the results of our gala, upcoming event information and new activities for our...
Welcome Evelina to our VR 4 Kids Program
Evelina is a new child who came in to learn about our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program with her mom, sister and grandma today. During her initial visit, she was excited to explore our VR 4 Kids Program and took home an Invincikids...
Sponsor a Warm Hat for a Child
Fall has arrived and you can sponsor a warm hat for a child that will last them through the autumn and winter season by making a $10 donation to our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. Please share this post with family and friends to help get...
Selfridge Firefighters Family Supporting the Kids!
Our Selfridge Firefighters Family has done it again! Through their annual golf outing, they've formed community partnerships, raised awareness of our cause and collected a total of $31,000 to sponsor children's wigs & support services!! It is an...
Hair Hats - An Option for Kids in Hair Restoration
Hair hats are a resource for our wig recipients and families - another option in hair restoration. When treatment starts, there are a few weeks before hair is gone completely and within that timeframe, a child can donate their own hair and get it...
Resource Books Available for Families
In addition to the wigs we provide through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program, we have a variety of helpful books available for families to read when they visit our Wellness Center. Each one focuses on a different form of hair loss, how to...
3 Quarters of Hair Donations
Wow! During the first 3 quarters of 2024, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has been fortunate to receive 9,077 hair donations to help us make wigs for the children of Michigan which are provided to them at no charge. Thank you to all of our amazing...
Songwriters Concert Tickets Available
Nashville & Grassroots musicians Brad Stuart, Natalie Brooke and Brian Allison are hosting a Songwriters Benefitting Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan concert on Friday, October 18, 2024 inside The Gathering House (Royal Oak) with doors opening...
Businesses With a Heart
Businesses with a Heart that support Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan are companies that donate ALL of their services at no charge throughout the year. We thank them for embracing our mission and giving of their talent in-kind; it truly makes a...
Steel Beams for our Wellness Center Addition
Construction has progressed on the building addition at our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center! Today, the steel beams were installed so we can construct the roof in this portion of our facility. Calico Construction is doing a great...
Salon Owners & Stylists Invited to Cuts 4 a Cause
If you are a salon owner or a stylist that works at a salon, we invite you to expand your skill set by taking our Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training and certification program being held on Monday, October 14, 2024 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at our...
Reuzel x Color WOW Hair Show
We had a great afternoon participating in the Reuzel x Color WOW Class hosted by ManocoBlue today! Two generous individuals, Ryan and Eric donated their hair onstage while also serving as models for the haircutting education Reuzel provided. We...
Fall Into Updates with our Monthly Newsletters
Our October newsletter is in development and you can stay updated on all the progress we're making in expanding our program and serving more Michigan children by subscribing to our monthly newsletters. Sign up here and the latest copies will be...
Marjorie Donates Hair & Hosts a Fundraiser
We love and appreciate our hair donors like Marjorie, who make it possible for us to have changed the lives of over 5,400 Michigan children in need! During the month of August, she held a fundraiser and cut her hair to send in and be made into a wig...
Patriot Health & Wellness
Patriot Health & Wellness chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity of choice for the month of August to host a fundraiser supporting the children in our program. They were referred to us from Mary, one of our longtime friends,...
Cookin' Up Kindness with Famous Dave's
Shelby the regional catering manager from Famous Dave's in Roseville stopped by our Wellness Center to share a snack of their delicious BBQ ribs and cornbread for our kids and staff to enjoy. She took a tour and learned more about the program the...
Upcoming Makeup Classes 2024
Dear wig recipients & families: we have two more makeup & skin care classes scheduled for 2024: the next is on Saturday, October 19th at 2:00 pm and will be focused on the new fall makeup releases in the beauty industry featuring Mirabella...
Easton & Kody's Lemonade Stand!
We are so excited! Easton & Kody, two of the children who have benefited from our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program after being diagnosed with alopecia, are hosting their annual lemonade stand fundraiser to pay it forward and help more...
Mehdina Donates In Honor of Adna
Our beautiful Mehdina donated her hair in honor of her sister Adna who has alopecia and receives wigs through our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. Seeing the impact this has made in Adna’s life while they grew up inspired Mehdina to...
Victoria, Sydney & Kimberly Donate In Memory of Cathy
Today, we would like to share a heartfelt story of true friendship. Victoria, Sydney & Kimberly donated their hair together to honor their friend Cathy's legacy at Go Green Salon located inside our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness...
We're Seeking a Hair Donor for an Upcoming Event
Next Monday, September 30, 2024 from 10am-3pm, beauty industry professionals are gathering for the Reuzel and Color Wow masterclass on men's haircutting techniques. For this event, we're seeking a gentleman who would be willing to donate his hair...
Many Thanks to Mr. Vince!
We thank our dear friend & supporter Pastor Vince Moore for delivering the blessing at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. He is the Pastor of his local church, a sweet treat sponsor who donates cookies from his business Mr. Moore's Munchies, and he's...
Thank You, Lakeshore Grosse Pointe Optimists Club
The Lakeshore Optimists of Grosse Pointe meet regularly to support and assist the youth of our community through a wide range of donations and charitable work. They have supported our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program for more than a decade...
Congratulations Arooj, Pre-Gala Raffle Winner!
Congratulations to Arooj, our pre-gala raffle winner! With the purchase of a $10 ticket in a raffle that helped sponsor 9 wigs for Michigan children in need, Arooj takes home the $1,000 prize! She is the cousin of our wonderful volunteer Darain who...
4-Year-Old Holland Donates Her Hair
What a sweetheart! 4-year old Holland just donated 10 inches of her hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan so she could help a child feel beautiful inside and out. Mom Kayla was very proud of her decision and hopes that Holland will inspire others...
We Thank Our Honorary Chair: Chief Ross
A special thanks to Chief Chris Ross of the Selfridge Firefighters for serving as the Honorary Chair of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala - the firefighters are like family to us at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and they have supported our kids in so...
St. Clair Shores Wig Recipients: Halloween Fun Fest
For our wig recipients & families who are St. Clair Shores residents, the Halloween Fun Fest is happening Sunday, October 20, 2024 at Veteran's Memorial Park: 32400 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082. Wristbands are available for purchase at...
A Special Thank You to Our Guest Speaker, Ryley
Ryley is one of our wig recipients who experiences trichotillomania, a genetic condition that causes the obsessive-compulsive urge to pull hair out. Ryley has been in our program since 2017, and her confidence has grown since she first came through...
Cuts 4 a Cause is Quickly Approaching
Calling all cosmetologists! Our bi-annual Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training and certification program is right around the corner. On Monday, October 14, 2024 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc will be training...
Mullet Champ Cash Donates His Hair
We’re continually amazed by the kindness and generosity of the community! Cash, who grew his hair out during the USA Mullet Championships, has officially bid farewell to his mullet by donating his hair to our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan...
September 2024 Newsletter
To our supporters and subscribers, our September 2024 newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc has been released! You can read about our recent Lucky 21st Annual Gala, expanded programming for our wigs recipients & families and more:...
Keynote Speaker Beth - Founder of XR Impact Network
Beth Savoldelli, Founder of XR Impact Network served as the Keynote Speaker at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, highlighting the importance of VR in the psychological & emotional healing of our children as they journey through their health...
Wig Recipient Serenity Enjoys the Young Eagles Airflights
Our thanks to Dennis Glaeser and the EAA Chapter 13 of Ray, MI for opening their Young Eagles Airflights program to include our wig recipients & families. Serenity, one of our kids had a great time at their recent flight event. Mom Alicia...
Miss St. Clair Shores & Miss St. Clair Shores Teen
St. Clair Shores is home to one of the longest-running local pageants as a member of the Miss America Organization. For the last 70 years, the Miss St. Clair Shores Scholarship Program offers scholarships to young women in the community between the...
Thank You, Penna’s of Sterling
Thank you, Penna's of Sterling for a beautiful venue, great team and delicious food for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala! Our guests had a wonderful evening and our wig recipients & families made memories that will last a...
Kids Activities at our Gala were Spectacular!
At our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, it's all about the kids! We celebrate the strength of our wig recipients & families and also have many activities for children to enjoy during our signature event. A photo booth was provided by: Elite Wedding Co....
Tam Flake, An Amazing Guest Speaker
We were deeply touched that our friend Tam Flake chose to share her story as a guest speaker at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. Tam was diagnosed with alopecia as a little girl and growing up, there were no resources like our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
Jaeleen, Youth Board Member & Spokesperson
Jaeleen is one of our incredible wig recipients who has grown up in our program after being diagnosed with alopecia at the age of 8. After receiving wigs & support services, Jaeleen's self-esteem improved and she now serves as a Youth Board...
Congratulations, Khloe - our 2024-2025 Reigning Princess
Meet Khloe, one of our amazing wig recipients. She has been in our program since 2020 after she was diagnosed with alopecia, an auto-immune disorder that causes hair loss. Khloe enjoys the camaraderie of her peers by participating in our signature...
Crowns Against Cancer Brings the Magic
Crowns Against Cancer does an amazing job of bringing joy to our wig recipients at events throughout the year, like our Lucky 21st Annual Gala and Annual Children's Holiday Party. They enjoy being part of our princess tea party area, mingle &...
Kinsley Donates Her Hair
What a cutie! Kinsley recently donated her long, curly hair at a salon in her area and was so excited knowing that her hair would help another child feel beautiful. Mom Elizabeth writes: “It's so amazing how children are giving, and kind and...
HOUR Detroit Photo Gallery from our Lucky 21st Annual Gala
Our thanks to Hour Detroit Magazine for being Media Sponsors of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! This is our one-and-only signature event of the year and they helped capture the magic! Photographs by Christine M.J....
Reminder: Sparrow Hospital’s Annual Cut-a-Thon
Friendly reminder…University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital is hosting their 10th Annual Hair-a-Thon on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 9am-12pm inside the Herbert-Herman Cancer Center. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is one of the...
Specatucular Sweet Treat Area at our Gala!
What a spectacular sweet treat area we had at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala this year thanks to the many sponsors, sweet treat committee members and volunteers who made it possible. Our kids were delighted to pick out their favorite goodies and we...
Sandy Completes Her Volunteer Experience
Volunteering at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is a rewarding experience where you can make an impact by giving of your time & talent, knowing it will help move our mission forward. Many hands make light work and we appreciate Sandy who chose...
Balloon Designers for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala
We had three talented balloon designers support our Lucky 21st Annual Gala and each took the area they were designated up another notch in decoration! Our thanks to Creative Balloons, Inc., Agape Decor and Events, and Balloon Bloom for donating...
Barrett & Fit Body Boot Camp Sponsor 4 Wigs!
Over the summer, Barrett from Berkley Fit Body Boot Camp had his haircut onstage at the company's Annual Worldwide Conference in an effort to raise awareness of helping children in need of wigs & support services. He also filmed a promotional...
Gala Wrap-Up
As we wrap-up from our signature event of the year, there is as much to do in the few weeks after as there is before the gala. Items are cleaned, re-packaged and prepared for upcoming activities, additional treats are delivered throughout the...
Penna’s Bartenders Donate Tips to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Today, we would like to thank the very generous bartenders and wait staff from Penna’s of Sterling who chose to donate all the tips they collected the night of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala back to our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program! They...
Lucky 21st Annual Gala Photos!
HEARTFELT GRATITUDE!!! Our Lucky 21st Annual Gala was a great success and we would like to thank ALL of our wonderful supporters & volunteers who made our signature event magical as we celebrate the wig recipients & families we serve...
Lucky 21st Annual Gala - SOLD OUT!
HAPPY GALA DAY! We are so excited for our signature event of the year, held in celebration of the wig recipients & families we serve. Thanks to all of our friends & supporters, our Lucky 21st Annual Gala is SOLD OUT!!You can watch our...
It’s Gala Setup Day!
We are excited that our Lucky 21st Annual Gala setup day is here! We will be at Penna’s of Sterling to prepare & decorate for our signature event and we’re looking forward to a magical evening in celebration of the amazing wig recipients and...
Gala Setup Day Photos
What an amazing job our wonderful volunteers did helping us on setup day as we prepare for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala! The hall is beautiful, attractions are fun & exciting, and we have a lovely evening planned for our guests. Heartfelt thanks to...
Dave Santia - Speed Painter!
On Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Penna’s of Sterling, speed painter Dave Santia will be showcasing his flurry of artistic pace and color to create speed paintings in a special auction for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. We thank Dave for his...
W.J. O'Neil Company - Elite Sponsor!
W.J. O’Neil Company is a leader in industrial and commercial installations and service. They are a new sponsor this year who have made a contribution to help with the success of our sweet treat area at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. We thank them for...
Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets Still Available
We still have some pre-gala raffle tickets left - don’t miss your chance to win $1,000 prize while helping sponsor 9 wigs for Michigan children in need. Tickets are $10 each! The drawing & winner will be announced at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala...
Angel of Grace Awareness Bracelets
We look forward to welcoming our friend Linda Plumhoff and Angel of Grace Awareness Bracelets Fundraisers/Gifts at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. She provides an affordable handmade bracelet that is created uniquely to represent a specific cause that...
Burtka Business Systems - Friend Level Sponsors
As we gear up for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, we acknowledge the wonderful sponsors that utilize their success to give back and help the kids. Burtka Business Systems provide printer troubleshooting and repair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan...
Our Amazing MCs!
Heartfelt gratitude to our MC Ron Frederick and Co-MC George Munger for leading the programming for our signature event with class, style and humor every year. They do a remarkable job onstage as we gather to celebrate the wig recipients &...
Volunteers Who Help with our Annual Gala
We work throughout the year on planning our annual gala and there are many individuals and businesses that refer volunteer groups to help us with the success of our event. Together, we truly make a difference for the kids by creating a magical...
Reminder: Gala Beauty Day for Wig Recipients
Friendly reminder: wig recipients & families, our Lucky 21st Annual Gala is quickly approaching and Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX are opening their doors on gala day, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 10am -...
Pigs 4 Wigs: Diamond Sponsors
2024 marks the 12th year of the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign, where many police departments throughout Michigan raise awareness & funds for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan during No-Shave November. We are pleased to honor & recognize the...
Merchandise Options at our Gala
Shop 4 a Cause! Many of our signature Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan merchandise items will be available at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 5:30 pm at Penna’s of Sterling. To view and make your selections, visit our...
Guest List for our Gala
We are working on the seating arrangements for our signature event and appreciate your support in receiving your guest list ASAP with names, phone numbers and email addresses. This helps facilitate the check in process and you won’t be added to a...
Jumbotron and More Great Prizes
NEW prizes have been added to our Lucky 21st Annual Gala online silent auction, including this incredible sports item: your very own working Jumbotron! This is the perfect addition to any man cave and a show stopper! To bid on this and more great...
September is Childhood Cancer & Alopecia Awareness Month
Cancer treatment and alopecia are some of the most common reasons we see children lose their hair and during cancer & alopecia awareness month, you can help us serve more Michigan families. Share this post for community outreach and if you know...
Diamond Sponsors: Selfridge Firefighters
The Selfridge Firefighters have supported Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan for decades through field trips & lunch at the firehouse, visits to Starbase, their annual golf outing and by sponsoring children’s wigs in our Adopt-a-Kid Program....
Sign Up for our September Newsletter
With August drawing to a close and September right around the corner, we invite you to sign up for our monthly newsletters if you haven’t already. It’s a great way to keep informed about our comprehensive programming for the Michigan children...
Our Phone Lines Are Restored
Our phone lines at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan are back online after the recent storms and power outages in the area. If you need to reach us at: 586-772-6656, feel free to call - thank you for your...
Cassandra Donates Her Hair!
It was so nice to see our longtime friend & supporter Cassandra today with her family who watched as she donated her hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. She certainly has the heart to help children; as both a mom and facilitator in...
Anne Nicolazzo, Community Ambassador a Silver Sponsor
A community ambassador is someone who shares special events, features inspiring & heartwarming stories and images. We welcome our dear friend, mentor & Board member, Anne Nicolazzo, Community Ambassador as a Silver Sponsor of our upcoming...
Cuts 4 a Cause - Sign Up for October!
With funding provided by our Diamond Sponsor - Paul Mitchell the School and the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, we are excited to announce our next Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training and certification class will be held on Monday, October 14,...
New Electrical Service for our Wellness Center Addition
More updates on our Wellness Center addition! This week, the new electrical service is being installed by Unlimited Electric and they are doing a great job to prepare us for the transition from our old system to the new unit. Keep following our page...
Phone Lines Still Down
DTE and WOW are still working around the clock to restore power and service in the Southeastern Michigan area. Our phones remain down yet you can reach us via email. Thank you for your understanding and support.::BLOCK::::CONTENT::GALLERY::BLOCK::
The Clock is Counting Down to our Auction!
The clock is counting down toward our biggest event of the year and additional prizes have been added to our online silent auction. Don’t miss this opportunity to support a great cause while bidding on unique items and experiences. Together, we...
Grand Raffle Tech Table
Another exciting prize! At our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, one *lucky* winner will take home our Grand Raffle Tech Table, valued at over $1,800! This amazing package includes ALL the items you see pictured in our flyer and tickets are only $20 per entry...
Phones Down Due to Storm
If you need to reach our team at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, please email us at the address in this post. Our phone lines are currently down due to the storm in the metro-Detroit area. The telecommunications and electrical companies are...
Gala Beauty Day!
Dear wig recipients & families, we are so excited that our Lucky 21st Annual Gala is quickly approaching! Our friends at Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX are opening their doors on gala day, Tuesday, September 10,...
HLM - Diamond Sponsors
High Level Marketing built our current Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan website and they generously donate their time and talent to help us utilize a Google Adwords grant so we can raise awareness & funds for our program online. They have...
Final Days to Purchase Your Gala Tickets!
Time is running out to get tickets to our biggest event of the year! All admission ticket orders must be in by Friday, August 30, 2024 as we need to turn our count into the hall. This is our largest celebration of the wig recipients & families...
HOUR Detroit Media Partner
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan welcomes Hour Detroit Magazine as our official media partner for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala! We thank Hour Detroit Magazine for their many years of support for our program and are looking forward to seeing their team...
Relay For Life Midland Cut-a-thon
We have another great opportunity if you're looking to donate your hair and help two great causes at the same time! The Midland Hair Loft Salon inside Midland Mall (6800 Eastman Avenue, Suite E508, Midland, MI 48642) is participating in "Cuts For a...
Michael Agnello Jewelers - Elite Sponsor!
Our dear friend and supporter Michael Agnello from Michael Agnello Jewelers had a surprise waiting when we visited his store. Sarah, one of his employees had brought in a hair donation from her family this week so we stopped down at the jewelers...
Candy Palooza!
A special thank you to Doc Sweets' Candy Company for sponsoring our Candy Palooza filled with $450 worth of candy and sweet treats! This exciting item will be raffled off at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. Tickets can be purchased there during the...
Keto Katz Bakery
Every year it’s a challenge to find healthy & aesthetically pleasing, tasteful sugar free & gluten free goodies for our sweet treat area. Some of our kids have dietary restrictions due to their treatment plans or health conditions. We...
Our Creative Sweet Treat Committee
Our sweet treat committee is a group of amazing, creative ladies who have been meeting and developing our sweet treat area over the spring & summer. Last night, they held an in-person gathering at the Wellness Center to finalize attractions...
David Donates His Hair
Wow!! Look at this hair! David came in to Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center after growing his hair out for years to donate to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. His hair will make an amazing wig for a child experiencing hair loss...
Online Auction is Open Now!
There are so many prizes available in our online auction for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala! Have you placed your bids? This is a good way to support the kids and take home great items! Please visit our GiveSmart page to bid or buy it now....
Go 4 It Award on WDIV Channel 4!
What an amazing afternoon we had at WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit as our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney had the opportunity to share our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and receive the Go 4 It Award sponsored by the Gilbert Family...
A Beautiful Gift from Alexis
What a beautiful gift Miss Maggie received from our wig recipient Alexis! This sweet young lady has been in our program since 2017 after being diagnosed with alopecia, an auto-immune disorder that causes hair loss. Alexis is now entering her senior...
5 Star Outdoor Silver Sponsors
5 Star Outdoor has returned as a Silver Sponsor of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, helping us raise awareness of our program to reach more children & families, and promoting our Lucky 21st Annual Gala through complimentary billboard space!...
Kids Activities at our Annual Gala
We have so many fun attractions for kids at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala which will be held Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 5:30 pm at Penna's of Sterling. Get your tickets before Saturday, August 31, 2024!...
WDIV Channel 4 Filming at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit wants to honor those making a difference and they invite their viewers to nominate someone who’s "Going 4 It" in the community. Maggie Varney our Founder & CEO and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan were humbled to...
GRIT Technologies - Gold Sponsor
GRIT Technologies is our managed IT support company who help us year-round with any of our technology needs. They provide service with a smile and keep us on the cutting edge of new hardware & software to streamline our computer system. Several...
Wig Recipients & Families: Register for Young Eagles Air Flights
EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Chapter 13 is hosting their very popular Young Eagles flights program on Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Ray Community Airport (59819 Indian Trail, Ray, MI 48096) and they have invited our...
Bricks Being Installed for our Wellness Center Addition!
The bricks have now been installed for our Wellness Center addition and the crew from Calico Construction has been onsite multiple times during the week to make progress on this project. We’re excited it’s moving...
Creating African American Wigs with HairArt
Our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney has been working with multiple wig companies for years to find high quality, African American wigs that would fit our kids. Roughly 30% of our population is African American, and we’ve had to utilize Caucasian...
Last Call for Gala Tickets
Our biggest celebration of the kids and families we serve is just a month away and we would love to see you there. Please consider putting together a table of 10 guests or you can purchase individual tickets to attend our Lucky 21st Annual Gala...
National Nonprofit Day
Today is National Nonprofit Day and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is honored to be one of the many charitable organizations in the sector that is working to fill the needs in our community. To learn more about the wigs we provide and...
Interview with Dr. Michele's Mind Matters
Today, we had the pleasure of participating in a TV interview on the program Mind Matters with Dr. Michele which tackles mental health issues and eliminates the stigma surrounding them. We spoke about the importance that every child should have a...
How It Works - GiveSmart
If you haven’t yet purchased your ticket or placed a bid on one of our wonderful auction items for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, there are helpful guides on the home page of our GiveSmart site to help you complete this process seamlessly. Check them...
NEW High End Items in our Silent Auction
There are many amazing high-end prizes in the silent auction for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala and NEW items have just been added! Please visit our GiveSmart page to place your bids or if you see a prize you can't live without, choose the option to buy...
Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Silver Sponsors
Several Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations have joined together to become Silver Sponsors of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala thanks to Kevin Postill who serves on our Board of Directors. He is a franchise co-owner and contributes throughout the year by...
August 2024 Newsletter
Our August newsletter has been released! Thank you to the many supporters who have signed up to stay in the loop about all of the important updates we have for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. You can read our latest edition here:...
Fill a Need
A special way to support the kids, even if you can’t attend our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, is to make a monetary gift through our Fill a Need campaign that will help the self-esteem of a child. We offer giving levels to fit every budget, please visit...
Ryley, Wig Recipient & Guest Speaker at our Annual Gala
Meet Ryley, one of our amazing wig recipients! This beautiful young lady has benefited from wigs since she was 12 years old after being diagnosed with trichotillomania; the obsessive-compulsive urge to pull hair which is a genetic condition. Ryley...
Complete Interactive Technologies - Silver Sponsors!
Complete Interactive Technologies, Inc. are Silver Sponsors of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and we are looking forward to acknowledging them at our upcoming Lucky 21st Annual Gala. The team at CIT has helped manage our...
Share Your Story About Our Work on GreatNonprofits
GreatNonprofits is a leading platform for community-sourced stories about nonprofits and a trusted source for reviews about the work they do. You can share your own story of a positive experience with our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program on...
Keynote Speaker: Beth Savoldelli, XR Impact Network
This year's keynote speaker for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala is Beth Savoldelli, Founder of XR Impact Network who powers our VR 4 Kids Program so that more Michigan children have access to immersive technology that helps them with the emotional &...
Kroger Shoppers Are Amazing!
Wow! Kroger shoppers from 114 households have registered their Plus card through Kroger Community Rewards to raise $320 benefiting our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. This helps us serve more Michigan children at no charge and there is no...
Second Story Collection Silent Auction
Second Story Collection are custom framers and silent auction specialists with over 20 years experience providing framed sports memorabilia from all of our local major league & college sports teams and historic Detroit landmarks. Co-owned by Craig...
AVL Creative & Display Group: Presenting Sponsors
AVL Creative & Display Group is home to some of the most seasoned audio and visual experts in the live event arena. With over 40 years of collective experience in every aspect of the audiovisual world, Mike McConnell and his team of light...
Construction Progress for our Wellness Center Addition
More progress is being made on our Wellness Center addition project! The block is going up and soon the bricks will be laid. Calico Construction is doing a great job for us and we are looking forward to having more space to expand our...
Noah Donates Hair to Help the Kids!
Our program is all about kids helping kids! Today, Noah came in with his family to donate his hair at Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center. They took a tour and learned more about how Noah’s hair will be made into a wig. 10% of our...
Go Green Salon - Platinum Sponsors
Inside of our Wellness Center is Go Green Salon, a full-service, environmentally friendly establishment dedicated to providing the highest quality services and natural product lines available. They are a separate business which offers haircut...
Selfridge Firefighters Golf Outing 2024
What a beautiful day for a golf outing! The Selfridge Firefighters returned to Cracklewood Golf Club for their annual golf fundraiser in support of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and they did a wonderful job organizing this event to benefit the...
Crowns Against Cancer Supports Our Kids
Crowns Against Cancer is committed to creating a bit of magic by visiting children experiencing cancer and other illnesses as their favorite princesses, superheroes, and other fairytale characters. They create memorable moments at our signature gala...
Elite Sponsors: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
All of the amazing gifts, prizes and decorations for our gala and annual children's holiday party events would not make it to the banquet hall without the help of amazing volunteers and our wonderful moving company: College Hunks Hauling Junk &...
Tables Available at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala!
Our Lucky 21st Annual Gala will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – 5:30 pm at Penna’s of Sterling and our signature event is dedicated to supporting the children in our communities! We invite you to join us in making an impact: enjoy a...
Elite Wedding Co & DJ George Munger Are Amazing!
DJ George Munger and his team at Elite Wedding Co. have brought the party every time for our signature gala events and our annual children's holiday parties. George not only provides the music and DJ service, he's also the Co-MC of our gala and does...
Friend Level Sponsor: Paul's Plumbing
Paul Babic is a longtime friend & supporter of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan who assists us year-round with any plumbing needs at our Wellness Center. We welcome him as a Friend Level Corporate Sponsor of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala which will...
Sparrow Hospital's 10th Annual Hair-a-Thon
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is hosting their 10th Annual Hair-a-Thon on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 9am-12pm inside the Herbert-Herman Cancer Center. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is one of the charities of choice that benefits...
Gabriella's Hair Donation & Lemonade Stand
When we were selling pre-gala raffle tickets at Village Market, we met the grandmother of Gabriella, one of our hair donors who also hosted a lemonade stand for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan in 2014. This junior entrepreneur has since gone on to...
Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets Available
We've been talking about our pre-gala raffle in recent posts - it is a wonderful way for our supporters to help sponsor 9 wigs for Michigan children in need and have a chance to win $1,000 cash prize, all with a $10 ticket! The drawing & one...
Our Board is a Working Board!
Mary serves on our Advisory Board at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and she had the opportunity to sell pre-gala raffle tickets at Village Market, who kindly let us setup an information table. We are fortunate to have a working Board, Advisory,...
More Featured Prizes in our Auction
There are so many great prizes in our online silent auction, open now as we look forward to our Lucky 21st Annual Gala which will be held Tuesday, September 10 - 5:30 pm at Penna’s of Sterling! Auctions range from: autographed sports memorabilia,...
Back to School Merchandise
It's almost back to school time and we have the perfect items to help you prepare! Please view our merchandise in this post. By shopping with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, you’ll receive high-quality products and make a difference for the...
Peter J. Lucido, Galaxy Star Member
Galaxy Star membership helps with the sustainability and longevity of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and all the wonderful offerings we have at our Wellness Center for the children & families we serve. When you make a $500 donation or more,...
Valerie Donates During Hair Loss Awareness Month
Meet Valerie, one of our kind-hearted hair donors! She sent in her ponytails from Maryland and is a great example of the outpouring in support we receive from generous individuals around the globe who help us continue our mission. Hair loss is not a...
Become a Sweet Treat Sponsor
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is hosting our Lucky 21st Annual Gala at Penna's of Sterling on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 and one of our biggest attractions is our Sweet Treat Extravaganza. Please consider making a $200 donation to help...
Wellness Center Addition Construction Continues
Progress is being made with the construction of our Wellness Center addition! The area has been cleared, cement for the building footings has been poured and the bricks have arrived to begin the masonry work. This area is a necessity so we can...
Sophie Benefits from VR 4 Kids Program
Sophie, a Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan wig recipient has been one of the beneficiaries of our VR 4 Kids Program powered by XR Impact Network. In her most recent feedback report, Sophie shared, "I have definitely been using the Meta Quest because...
Welcome Bronze Sponsor, Grandeur Partners
Please join Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan in welcoming Grandeur Partners as a new Bronze Sponsor for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala! Founded by Kristen, the mother of our wig recipient Sofia, Grandeur Partners has over 20+ years of brand marketing...
Sweet Treat Committee Meeting
Our sweet treat committee has been hard at work planning an incredible "sweet treat extravaganza" for our wig recipients, their families and honored guests who will be attending our upcoming Lucky 21st Annual Gala. Each committee member brings...
Our August Newsletter is Coming Soon!
We have so much going on for our wig recipients this summer and exciting progress for our Wellness Center addition. To stay in the loop with Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, please sign up for our newsletter:...
Volunteer Walkthrough for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala
It is amazing the love & support we have from our volunteer team that will be helping us host a successful Lucky 21st Annual Gala! We completed our volunteer walkthrough of the hall this evening and are excited to celebrate with our wig...
Featured Auction of the Week: Fish-N-Fun
Our featured basket of the week is called "Fish-N-Fun" and is perfect for any fisherman: this auction includes a fishing pole & accessories, a Bass Pro Shop gift card, tropical wind chimes, t-shirt and outdoor games. To bid on this and more...
National Lipstick Day!
Today is National Lipstick Day! In celebration, Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is sharing our fun, lipstick personality chart that we feature in our makeup classes for wig recipients. We utilize Mirabella Beauty’s mineral-based, safe makeup...
Detroit Tigers Baseball Game Thanks to SHARE Detroit
Today is International Tiger Day...and thanks to our friends at SHARE Detroit, Adna & Mehdina got to enjoy a ballgame with the Detroit Tigers! This is one of the many opportunities we provide our wig recipients & their families through the kindness...
Village Market Pre-Gala Raffle Station
As we continue to gear up for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Lucky 21st Annual Gala, we had the opportunity to sell pre-gala raffle tickets at $10 each inside Village Market. The raffle sponsors 9 wigs for Michigan children and one lucky...
Andrew's Hair Donation
Meet Andrew, one of our amazing hair donors! He was diagnosed with cancer 7 years ago and is a survivor & thriver. Andrew knows firsthand the journey our wig recipients & families go on after this life-changing experience and he chose Maggie’s...
Real Estate One Golf Outing Fundraiser
Heartfelt thanks to Real Estate One for choosing Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity of choice to benefit from a golf outing fundraiser on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Big Al’s Greens & Grille. 8:30 am shotgun start - please...
PKSA Karate SCS Pie in the Face!!
Congratulations to PKSA Karate-St. Clair Shores on a successful Pie in the Face FUN-draiser for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan this afternoon! Tickets were sold for students to toss a pie in the face of leadership members led by Mr. Shaun, all in...
Welcoming Our Returning Sponsor: Lanzen Incorporated
Since 1960, Lanzen Incorporated has been supplying the Defense, Transportation and many other diverse industries with quality metal fabricated components and assemblies. Lanzen’s three Michigan manufacturing facilities located in the cities of...
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Fred Bartolomei Donates Hair
This morning, we received a special visit from Macomb County Prosecutor and Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Fred Bartolomei. Fred fights for victims throughout the community and now is fighting to help the kids we serve by raising awareness of our...
Featured Auction Prize of the Week
Splash into summer fun with our featured auction of the week! Our “bluetopia” basket has pool accessories, beach towels, water games and a blanket with a stuffed shark to make any child’s trip to the pool a blast! You can bid on this and many...
Angie's Toy Chest Christmas In July
Congratulations to Angie's Toy Chest on their annual Christmas in July event, held to collect new toys benefiting local Toys For Tots chapters & raise funds to help continue their mission. We attended in support of their nonprofit and donated some...
Inforum Visits Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
Inforum is a nonprofit organization that accelerates careers
for women and is a catalyst that removes barriers and increases opportunity. We
met Anna from Inforum at the Women Thrive Conference earlier this year and were
chosen as a host site for...
Cyber Completes Volunteer Time!
Meet Cyber, one of our volunteers who chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as a charity of choice to volunteer after learning about our organization. Cyber's mom is a cosmetologist and sends hair donations to help the children in our program. When...
Songwriters Supporting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Mark your calendars! The Gathering House Church is hosting a Songwriters Supporting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan event on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 6:30 pm to raise awareness and funds for our mission. Join us for an evening of fellowship,...
Waltonwood Lakeside Visit
What a lovely visit we had to Waltonwood Lakeside senior living community today. The residents previously supported Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan through jewelry & rummage sale fundraisers and we had the opportunity to join them for a...
Abigail Donates Hair In Honor of Kara
Abigail attended Lake Shore Schools here in our hometown of St. Clair Shores and while there, became friends with Kara, a fellow student and one of our wig recipients. After learning about our program and how we help children experiencing hair loss,...
Seeking a Handyman
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has many projects going on at our Wellness Center and we're looking for an additional handyman to help with general maintenance in and around our facility. If you have a referral, please feel free to call, email or...
PTM Corporation Renews Their Sponsorship
PTM Corporation is a local, Michigan-based business that has
been producing metal stampings since 1972. They became a corporate sponsor of
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan several years ago and renewed their Elite
Level Sponsorship just in time...
Wig Maintenance Kits Are Essential
Each child in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program receives a wig kit full of all the tools & products needed to care & maintain their wig, topper or hair hat. We also provide a helpful YouTube video guide and written instructions to...
Candice Donates Nearly 2 Ft of Hair!
Amazing! Candice scheduled an appointment at Go Green Salon located inside our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center and donated nearly 2 ft of hair! What a wonderful gift of renewed self-esteem this will bring a child, right here in our...
Emma Joins our VR 4 Kids Program!
Meet Emma! She is 9 years old and bravely fighting leukemia. During her first visit to our Wellness Center, Emma tried on various wig options, received a hair hat & welcome bag full of comfort items, AND became the newest recipient to...
Welcome Bags for Wig Recipients
When a new child enters our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program, they are given a welcome bag full of comfort items to assist them as they journey through their health challenge. For an overview of the prizes included in this gift that are...
Corporate Sponsorship Benefits
If
you own or are employed by a business, becoming a corporate sponsor of Maggie’s
Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and our Lucky 21st Annual Gala is a great
way to build brand recognition and help a good cause! Our signature event will be held on...
Grand Raffle Tech Table
At our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, one *lucky* winner will take home our Grand Raffle Tech Table, valued over $1,800 in tech prizes. This amazing package includes ALL the items you see pictured in our flyer and tickets are only $20 per entry for a...
Travel Tumbler for Summer
With the summer heat wave continuing throughout the US, hydration is so important for our overall health. Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan makes that easy with our signature travel tumbler, crafted to keep beverages cold or hot and in a convenient...
Molly Donates In Loving Memory of McKenna
Meet Molly, one of our amazing hair donors! She had her haircut at Go Green Salon located inside our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center so she could donate in loving memory of our angel McKenna who received wigs from our program in...
Gilda's Club Educational Workshops
“So no one faces cancer alone” – Gilda’s Club is a place where men, women and children whose lives have been touched by cancer, as well as their families and friends can feel they are part of a welcoming community of support. This week, we...
Nearly $10,000 In Support Services Provided
By The Numbers...during the first 6 months of 2024, we provided nearly $10,000 in support services to our wig recipients and their families at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Classes, social activities, field trips & counseling help our kids...
Construction Begins On Our Addition!
We are so excited!!! Construction began TODAY on our addition at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan's Wellness Center! A special thank you to our hometown City of St. Clair Shores who have greenlit this project and to Calico Construction who are...
Craft Cosmetology Visit!
Thank you, Craft Education Cosmetology for visiting our Wellness Center this afternoon! Craft aims to give a well-rounded experience while also helping students specialize in their area of choice. Their program successfully prepares students to...
This Week's Featured Auction Prize
As we continue preparing for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, this week's featured auction prize includes a 14K White Gold Fresh Water Cultured Pearl necklace & bracelet from our longtime friends and supporters at Maloof Jewelry & Gifts, and...
Kaltra's Hair Donation from Albania
Hair from around the world! Kaltra is from Albania and decided to donate her hair to our program while visiting her family in Michigan. Kaltra's aunt brought her to our Wellness Center so she could learn more about the organization she's supporting,...
How to Host a Social Media Fundraiser
During the month of June, several caring individuals made contributions to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan through Facebook and Instagram. This is a great way to help the kids we serve through the click of a button! To learn more about...
MC Shine Supports the Kids!
M.C. Shine Cleaning & Restoration Services LLC made an amazing contribution to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan after a successful rug cleaning event: they donated ALL the proceeds from their fundraiser, which will sponsor several...
July 2024 Newsletter
Our July Newsletter has been released! We thank everyone who has signed up since our June edition was issued and appreciate the support we receive from all of our subscribers who help fuel our mission. You can read the latest updates about our...
Woodbury FFA Cut-a-thon
Woodbury FFA is a dynamic youth organization founded in 1928 that changes lives and prepares students for leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Members at Nonnewaug High School in Connecticut held a...
Peter Lucido Renews Friend Level Sponsorship!
Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido is a longtime friend and supporter of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and he renewed his Friend Level Corporate Sponsorship for our upcoming Lucky 21st Annual Gala which will be held on Tuesday,...
Congratulations to Abdul for Completing His Volunteer Time!
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is fortunate to have the support of great volunteers who regularly give of their time, talent & treasure to make a difference for the Michigan children we serve. Congratulations to Abdul, who completed his...
Another Special Visit from Our Lions Club Members!
Another great visit with our dear friends from the Manchester Lions Club who continue to gather items throughout the year and donate them to benefit the children we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! We received snuggly fleece...
We Thank Our Banking, IT & Security Volunteers
This week, we met with our banking, IT and security teams for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala and welcomed both returning and new volunteers as we plan for our signature event. Each person has the heart for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan...
More Prizes In Our Silent Auction
This week’s featured auction prize is a wonderful addition to any kitchen! It includes “The Taste of Home" Cookbook, a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cuisinart 7-piece baking set, kitchen accessories and a gift card to Nino...
Turning Hair Donations Into Wigs
Today, we packaged up hair donations that will be made into 32 wigs for the children we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and the ponytails & braids we've received are so beautiful! Heartfelt gratitude to all the individuals...
By the Numbers That Tell the Story
When we reflect on the last 6 months, we're so very grateful to have provided $288,000 in wigs to the children of Michigan at no charge thanks to the support of the community! Did you know? Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan serves kids who...
Sophie, Our Newest VR 4 Kids Program Recipient
Our wig recipient and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Princess Sophie is the most recent participant in our VR 4 Kids Program, powered by XR Impact Network. Sophie has benefited from other support services at our Wellness Center, including our...
Write a Positive Review to Support Our Program
Your voice makes a difference - you can help us get the word out about our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and share what makes you passionate about the work we do by writing a positive review on Great Nonprofits; a charity watchdog...
Shilyn’s Third Hair Donation
How amazing! Shilyn is celebrating her third hair donation to our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and grows her hair out specifically so she can help children in need. What a sweetheart! We are very inspired by Shilyn; she sets the...
Own a Salon or Cosmetology School? Register With Us!
If you're in the beauty industry, registering your salon or cosmetology school is a great way to support the kids through your work behind the chair. You can participate in cut-a-thons, gather hair donations or host a fundraiser to help us...
Sign Up for Summer Newsletters
Our monthly newsletter will be released soon. Are you on our mailing list? Subscribe today to receive our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc newsletter delivered right to your inbox. It features stories from Michigan children & families...
Summer Fun Field Trip Survey
Dear wig recipients & families: we are planning several summer fun activities including a culinary experience at Mirepoix Cooking School & a field trip to Blake’s Cider Mill and we need your feedback. Please see our flyer with surveys...
Bronze Sponsor: Foundation Systems of Michigan
Foundation Systems of Michigan; voted one of West Michigan’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2024, has recently become a Bronze Sponsor of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala which will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – 5:30...
Prize Package: The Ultimate Tailgating Party
One of our high-end prizes for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala is perfect for your next tailgate party or BBQ with family & friends! Enjoy a 14.3 gallon Yeti Tundra premium cooler, a portable tabletop Coleman gas grill, grilling accessories, a gift...
Happy 4th of July 2024!
Happy 4th of July, Everyone! In recognition of the holiday, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 to celebrate Independence Day, reopening Friday, July 5, 2024 for service. Thank you for your support and enjoy...
Reflecting on Independence Day
As we reflect on the birth of the United States of America, we also celebrate our unity with the community around us who has embraced our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program and helped us serve more Michigan children in need. To all of...
A Visit to Quix Chocolate!
Quix Chocolate is a boutique Belgian chocolatier in Ferndale, offering high quality chocolates and confections. They first started supporting our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program last year as one of the sweet treat sponsors for...
Tam Flake, Alopecia Awareness Advocate
We are fortunate at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to celebrate a new friendship with Tam Flake, an alopecia awareness advocate who toured our Wellness Center with her son Josh after meeting us at an event in the community. Tam utilizes her...
Monarch Butterfly Talk
Dear wig recipients & families: our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan master gardener Lori Smith has planted beautiful, butterfly-attracting flowers at our Wellness Center and she is preparing to host a fun & educational Monarch Butterfly...
A Great Visit to Doc Sweets' Candy Company!
We've got the golden ticket! What a great visit we had with Dave and his team at Doc Sweets' Candy Company in Clawson, MI today. They have supported Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc for many years as Sweet Treat Area...
The First 6 Months of Hair Donations
Amazing! During the first half of the year, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has been so fortunate to receive 6,823 hair donations from around the world! Hair loss is not a local or national issue, it is universal and caring individuals give...
Wig Cleansing Video for Wig Recipients & Families
When we provide custom-made wigs for the children we serve at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, they receive all the tools & products needed to care for their wig in a maintenance kit. Included are written instructions that families can...
Extra Credit Union - Friend Level Sponsor!
A special thank you to Extra Credit Union for renewing their commitment to our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program as Friend Level Sponsors of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala! This is one of the many ways credit unions in our community...
National Cancer Survivors Month
June is National Cancer Survivors Month and roughly 50% of the population we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan have cancer. We work with a variety of resource partners who each offer a means of support to those affected by cancer...
Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow!
Just a reminder...there is only ONE MORE DAY for Early Bird Pricing to attend our upcoming Lucky 21st Annual Gala! Tickets for adults are currently $100 and will be increasing to $125 once this special promotion ends. BONUS: Every adult over the age...
Second Story Silent Auction
Second Story brings a wide assortment of sports memorabilia and Detroit-themed artwork to our annual gala events, including many hard-to-find, autographed collector’s pieces. This year, you have the option to bid or buy it now for these...
Thank You, Shawna for Volunteering!
When caring individuals sign up to volunteer with Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, it allows them the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause, while gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by the wig recipients &...
Founding Members Help Our Program
Meet Carol Ward! She is one of our longtime, dear friends & supporters at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and client of Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center. The Ward Family are Founding Members of our program who helped...
SCS Optimist Club Golf Outing 2024
The Optimist Club of St. Clair Shores is hosting their 2nd Annual Scholarship Golf Outing at the St. Clair Shores Golf Club, 22185 Masonic Blvd, St. Clair Shores MI 48082. Registration/check-in begins at 8:00 am with Shotgun Start beginning at 9:00...
Crumbl Cookies!
Today, for the RIA Golf Outing at Oakland University's R&S Sharf Golf Course, we brought delicious Crumbl Cookies the golfers could enjoy as they supported Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. These flavorful treats are also available at...
RIA Financial Advisors Golf Outing a Success!
What an amazing day we had at the RIA Financial Advisors Golf Outing hosted at Oakland University's beautiful R&S Sharf Golf Course! Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan was recommended as a charity of choice by our dear friends Vince &...
Our Friends at Anytime Fitness St. Clair Shores
Anytime Fitness of SCS (30110 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI) has been a longtime friend & supporter of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program: they've sponsored families during the holidays by fulfilling wish-lists and...
Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets Available
Who wants a chance to win $1,000? In our pre-gala raffle, purchase tickets for $10 each and you could win $1,000 cash prize and help provide 9 wigs for Michigan children in need. The drawing and winner will be announced at our Lucky 21st Annual Gala...
Tony Donates His Hair!
Meet Tony, one of our generous hair donors. He came into Go Green Salon inside our Wellness Center and donated over a foot of his hair to help a child in need through our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program! 10% of our kids are boys; it...
Thank You, Kate: One of our Great Volunteers!
Congratulations to Kate, one of our great volunteers on completing her volunteer time with us at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! She is a talented writer and chose to share her gift by supporting us as we prepare for our Lucky 21st Annual...
The Bids Are Rolling In...!
The bids are rolling in for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala silent auction items, here on our GiveSmart page: http://mw4k21.givesmart.com - we have an assortment of prizes and proceeds help us continue to serve the children of Michigan at no charge....
Our VR 4 Kids Program Brochure is here!
Our VR 4 Kids Program at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan provides therapeutic experiences with immersive technology. This helps our wig recipients focus on pain management, meditation and relaxation as they journey through their health...
Central Macomb Optimist Club Supports Us!
An Optimist club is a group of people who care enough to volunteer a portion of their time and effort, simply to help children and their community. The Central Macomb Optimist Foundation has been supporting Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan...
June 2024 Newsletter
Our June Newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc has arrived! It's filled with stories about our kids enjoying activities in our program, updates about our signature Lucky 21st Annual Gala event and community outreach efforts....
Waltonwood Lakeside Jewelry & Rummage Sale
We recently enjoyed a visit from our dear friend Rene who works at Waltonwood Lakeside senior living community. Several of her seniors participated in “Jewelry & Rummage Sale” fundraisers to support causes in the community including...
Happy Father’s Day 2024
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan wishes a Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and those who are like father figures to others! We hope this day is filled with cherished memories and fun celebrations with your loved ones. You inspire us...
Summer Skin Care & Makeup Class a Hit!
We were so excited to host our summer fun skin care and make up class with support from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX and Mirabella Beauty today! We learned about an assortment of sunscreen that is safe for all...
Police & Firefighter Recognition Breakfast
Today marked the 11th Annual St. Clair Shores Police & Firefighter Appreciation & Recognition Breakfast hosted by the Optimist Club of St. Clair Shores. We are so grateful for the brave police and firefighters who serve & protect our...
Father's Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day is quickly approaching, and you can show dad your love & appreciation by helping a good cause in his honor. Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has wonderful gift ideas available on our website including silk ties,...
Sterling Heights Lions Club Meeting 2024
We were deeply inspired by our visit to the Sterling Heights Lions Club this evening! They congratulated current president Dr. Mary Welsh on a successful term and welcomed incoming President Rev. Rob Roscoe along with new members to the club. This...
WDIV Local 4 Interview
A special thank you to WDIV Local 4 News for hosting an interview with Maggie Varney, our Founder and CEO of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and Mike LeFevre of Mike’s On The Water restaurant. Mike chose us as his charity of choice in...
Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church Cut-a-thon a Great Success!
**UPDATE** 197 ponytails were collected and a donation of $215 was made through this event!
Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church held one of its biggest cut-a-thons yet and we were honored to be chosen as their charity of choice for the 7th year...
Celebrating Birthdays Together While Helping the Kids!
Did you know? Many donations we receive on social media are from birthday fundraisers held to celebrate a loved one while benefiting our cause. In just a few short clicks, you can help us provide more wigs and support services to the children of...
Summer Hydration Accomplished with Our Travel Tumbler
Summer is here and staying hydrated is so important for our overall health & wellness. With our signature travel tumbler, you can accomplish your daily hydration goals and support our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program at the same...
Sign Up for Summer Skin Care & Makeup!
Our summer fun skin care & makeup class is being held Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 2:00 pm inside our Wellness Center: 30130 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082.
Special guest beauty professionals...
Register for Our Next Cut-a-Thon
If you’re considering a hair donation and near the Sterling Heights area, Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church is hosting its 7th Annual Cut-a-Thon on Monday, June 10th, 2024 starting at 4pm. Haircuts will be provided complimentary by...
Variety Children’s Charity Detroit Bikes For Kids 2024
What a great experience we had at Variety - the Children's Charity of Detroit Bikes for Kids Family Fun Night event! Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan was one of several charities chosen to participate and 3 of our wig recipients had been...
M.C. Shine Rug Cleaning Day a Success!
Congratulations to M.C. Shine Cleaning & Restoration Services LLC on a successful rug cleaning day and ribbon cutting event for their new location in Fort Gratiot, Michigan! They welcomed our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program as their...
Natalie's Third Time Donating Hair
Summer is a great time to donate your hair, enjoy a new look for the season and help the Michigan children we serve. It is wonderful to see many of our supporters return every few years, like Natalie who just donated her hair for the third time to...
District 11-A2 Lions Clubs Support Our Program
The District 11-A2 Lions Club Members have been dedicating themselves to service projects throughout the community, including our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. Our friend & Lion Club District Governor Kelley visited our Wellness...
M.C. Shine Rug Cleaning Day Reminder
Just a reminder... M.C. Shine Cleaning & Restoration Services LLC in Fort Gratiot, Michigan is hosting their rug cleaning day on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 7am-7pm with 50% of proceeds of any rug cleaning service being donated to Maggie's...
High-End Luxury Prizes in our Online Auction!
NEW! High-end prizes have been added to the online auction for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. There are bidding or buy it now options available and new prizes will be posted throughout the summer! Don't miss your chance to win our Dine Around Town...
Photo Frames Needed
As we continue preparing for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala, we’re looking for gently used and new picture frames that are in good condition and can be utilized to showcase gift certificates in our auction prize baskets. Frames can be in assorted...
Berkley Fit Body Boot Camp
We had the honor and privilege today to reconnect with Barrett and his team at Berkley Fit Body Boot Camp for a special interview that will be showcased as part of his next hair donation journey at a corporate conference in Las Vegas this summer....
Summer Job Opportunity: Macomb County Election Worker
There are many job opportunities to support young people in our community during the summer months. Signing up to become an election worker gives youth the chance to learn more about government and the right to vote. For any students going into...
Sign Up for the Selfridge Golf Outing 2024
Our dear friends & supporters the Selfridge Firefighters are hosting their annual golf outing on Friday, August 9, 2024 starting with registration at 7:00 am inside Cracklewood Golf Club. They have generously chosen Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
Coming Soon: Onsite Storage for Wigs & Supplies!
We are excited to announce our expansion of our Wellness Center for Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to include onsite storage. This has become necessary as we grow & service more children so that we have additional space for wigs &...
Remembering Those Who Served: Memorial Day 2024
In honor of those who have fought for our freedom, Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan remembers and acknowledges them on this Memorial Day. Our hearts also go out to their families who have endured tremendous sacrifices. We are the home of the...
71st Annual St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade
The 71st Annual St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade is a great event right here in our hometown. It starts at 1 p.m. today; Sunday, May 26th along Harper Avenue from Ridgeway Street traveling north to 11 Mile Road. We have been...
Angel Memorial Garden Project
Our Outstanding Volunteer of the Year and master gardener Lori Smith returned to our Wellness Center to continue working on our Angel Memorial Garden that was established to honor our wig recipients who have gained their angel wings. A special...
Adult Hair Restoration Services
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and Go Green Salon are a great example of two businesses under one roof that support each other. Maggie has been servicing adult patients for over 35 years. At Go Green Salon, a special private room has been...
Memorial Day Weekend
Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Memorial Day weekend from our team at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! We will be closed Saturday, May 25th and reopening on Tuesday, May 28th in observance of the holiday. Thank you for your continued...
Our Online Auction is Live!
There are so many great prizes available in our online auction leading up to our Lucky 21st Annual Gala. From luxury handbags, to family fun outings, sports memorabilia, lottery boards and more, there is something for everyone! In addition to...
Madison's Hair Donation
Meet Madison, one of our wonderful hair donors! She patiently grew her hair out so she could donate 10 inches to help a child in need through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. Mom stated this was very important to Madison and was...
May 2024 Newsletter
Our May 2024 Newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has been released! Inside this month's edition are activities for our wig recipients, a sneak preview of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala and career opportunities. You can view the...
Our Friend & Supporter: Extra Credit Union
When Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc attends career fairs, we share job opportunities and also connect with other vendors seeking to expand their teams. We are so fortunate to work with many credit unions in the community. Extra Credit...
Lucky 21st Annual Gala Tickets Available
Every year, we host a signature event through Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to celebrate our wig recipients & families, their courage and strength. Our Lucky 21st Annual Gala will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 5:30 -...
May Makeup Class a Success!
Thank you to our friends & beauty professionals at Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX who helped facilitate our makeup class at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc this afternoon. We utilized beautiful...
Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets Are Here!
Our pre-gala raffle tickets are here! This is a great opportunity to help 9 Michigan children receive wigs through Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan at no charge while earning a chance to win $1,000 cash prize. Tickets are $10 each and only 1,000...
Women Thrive Conference
Today we had the honor of attending the Women Thrive Conference, hosted by MichBusiness - a day of celebration, informative panel discussions, facilitated networking opportunities, and knowledge-sharing. It is advised by a distinguished board of...
Walsh College Spring Career Fair 2024
Today, Walsh College held its annual Spring Career Fair and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc was invited to participate. The nonprofit sector is an exciting and rewarding career path; full of opportunities to be of service while growing...
Kroger Community Rewards - 1st Quarter 2024
A special shoutout to our Kroger shoppers! 114 households participated in the first quarter's Kroger Community Rewards, raising a total of $316.69 to benefit the children of Michigan. If you're a Kroger guest and have not yet utilized the...
M.C. Shine Rug Cleaning Day
M. C. Shine in Fort Gratiot, Michigan provides 24/7 emergency restoration services, carpet cleaning and commercial janitorial services to southeast Michigan. They have generously chosen Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity of choice...
Happy Mother’s Day 2024
Motherhood defines unconditional love and today Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc celebrates mothers everywhere and those who serve as motherly figures in the lives of others. You are valued, cherished and we wish you a beautiful holiday...
4,800 Hair Donations in the 1st Quarter of 2024
4,800 hair donations were sent to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan just in the first quarter of 2024! This is amazing and we thank all of our wonderful donors for stepping up to support the kids. If you’re currently in the process of...
April Facebook & Instagram Donors
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan would like to make a special shoutout to all of our Facebook & Instagram donors for the month of April. Our Honorary Board member Dana Camphous-Peterson dedicated her birthday fundraiser to help the kids and...
Macomb Business Awards
We had the honor of attending the Macomb Business Awards today hosted by Macomb County Planning & Economic Development & the Macomb County Chamber. We had the privilege last year of being chosen to receive the "Small But Mighty"...
Guidestar Platinum Award 2024
Guidestar by Candid is a charity watchdog that serves as a premier destination for donors to find nonprofit organizations that align with their charitable giving goals. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is honored to have been renewed for a...
Douglas J Aveda Spring Career Fair 2024
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc was invited with Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center to share information about job opportunities for licensed beauty professionals at the Douglas J Aveda Institute Royal Oak Spring Career Fair...
St. Peters Lutheran Cut-a-Thon 2024
Heartfelt gratitude to the kind & caring staff and students of St. Peters Lutheran School who held a cut-a-thon in support of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan today! K-5 classes enjoyed watching 2 of their teachers and fellow peers donate...
Credit Union Corporate Sponsors
Please join us in thanking two community-minded businesses that have made generous contributions to become corporate sponsors for our Lucky 21st Annual Gala: Christian Financial Credit Union and Michigan First Credit Union Foundation. They will help...
Wig Recipients: Sign Up for our Next Makeup Class
Dear wig recipients & families: we're excited to announce the next makeup class in our series this year is happening Saturday, May 18th at 2:00 pm inside our Wellness Center. Our friends from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics,...
A Special Thanks to Mike’s on the Water
After selecting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc as their charity of choice for the month of April, Mike's on the Water raised $2,000 to sponsor two children’s wigs and support services through our Adopt-a-Kid program! They...
Zenagen Product Line for Hair Regrowth
Not all of our children at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc lose ALL of their hair, based on their diagnosis, treatment plan and current health status which can all affect hair loss patterns. We recently took an education class on the...
Fraser High School Job Fair
Today we had wonderful community outreach at Fraser High School who invited us to their job fair. We connected with students, offered career & volunteer opportunities and even met a few vendors who have shown their support to Maggie’s Wigs...
Congratulations to the 2024 Athena Award Nominees
The international Athena Award recognizes accomplished individuals who actively support women in attaining professional excellence and leadership skills. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc would like to congratulate the nominees of the 2024...
Angel Memorial Garden
Today, master gardener & Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Lori Smith worked with Shawna, one of our wonderful volunteers to plant flowers for the Angel Memorial Garden in front of our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center. Each...
Consider Becoming a Sweet Treat Area Sponsor
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is hosting our Lucky 21st Annual Gala at Penna's of Sterling on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm and one of our biggest attractions at our signature event is our Sweet Treat Area....
Giving Back in the Nonprofit Sector
In addition to providing wigs & support services at no charge to the children of Michigan, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc believes in broadening our impact by giving back to other charities and civic organizations doing good works in...
Community Partnerships & Resources
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc works with a wide array of community partners, nonprofit organizations & resource providers to help our wig recipients & families gain access to a variety of services. The Blood Cancer Foundation of...
National Hairstylist Appreciation Day
Today is National Hairstylist Appreciation Day! We are so grateful to ALL the hairstylists out there who help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc by registering their salons, cutting hair for donation, signing up to volunteer at cut-a-thons,...
Kassidy's Hair Donation
Meet Kassidy, one of our amazing hair donors! She lives in Michigan and wanted to help a local child by growing out her beautiful hair for donation. She visited a salon in her community for the haircut service and donated in memory of her loved one;...
CDBG Roseville 2024
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program supports development activities to build stronger communities. Every year, we reach out to various cities & townships where we have helped children to request support with providing wigs at no...
Recycle Your Hair in Recognition of Earth Day
Today is Earth Day and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc contributes to a healthier planet through the recycling of hair donations into wigs for the children of Michigan. If you've been considering a hair donation, please visit our...
National Volunteer Week 2024
Today marks the beginning of National Volunteer Week and we would like to thank the many caring individuals who have signed up to help us continue our mission at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. In 2023, we had a total of 200 amazing...
Our Wig Recipient Megan Celebrates Remission & Her Wedding!
In 2013, our then 17-year-old wig recipient Megan walked through our doors at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan seeking support with a wig while bravely fighting leukemia. This past year, she got married and as of April 2024, Megan is celebrating...
Macomb Community College Job Fair 2024
Our thanks to Macomb Community College for inviting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to their Spring Job Fair so we could get the word out about our program and career opportunities available at our Wellness Center. We also connected with...
Thank You March 2024 Facebook & Instagram Donors
During the month of March, over $431 was raised through Facebook & Instagram for Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! The funds help us continue providing wigs & support services to the children of Michigan at no charge. Please join us in...
Volunteer at Our Annual Gala
April is National Volunteer Month and we're seeking volunteers to donate their time and talent for our signature event. This is a great way to help our cause and a wonderful opportunity to make a difference for the kids we serve at...
O.A.T.S. the recipient of our Raised Therapy Garden
O.A.T.S. Offering Alternative Therapy with Smiles changes lives through the healing power of horses. Their Center is located on 40 beautiful acres in Ortonville, Michigan and focuses on promoting the health, well-being and happiness of individuals,...
April 2024 Newsletter
Our April 2024 Newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc has been released and you can view our current edition here: http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/593557/c0e538b44e/1527504189/5e372d5b04/ - subscribers have this delivered right...
The Italian Tribune Features Our Supporter Lisa's Hair Donation
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc thanks The Italian Tribune for writing an article about our supporter Lisa Bica Grodsky who donated her hair on International Women's Day to help our kids. This is a global day recognizing the social,...
April Board Meeting at Mike's On the Water
We had the wonderful opportunity to host our April Board of Directors meeting at Mike's on the Water in our hometown St. Clair Shores. (This was the first meeting for Kevin & Brittany's daughter, baby Riley!)
Mike's On the Water...
Reaghan's Visit to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
We enjoyed a delightful visit at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan with Maggie’s cousin Ryan and his beautiful daughter Reaghan. She brought in some lovely toys for our wig recipients to enjoy, and celebrated her visit with a tea party in...
National Volunteer Month Spotlight with Mecka!
A special thanks to Mecka, who chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to volunteer for. She donated her time & talent to assist in a variety of ways: administratively in our marketing and finance departments, helped out at our Annual...
Crumbl Cookies!
Crumbl Cookies is a bakery chain founded in 2017 and if you live in Michigan, you may have seen multiple locations popping up. No matter what flavor you try, there isn’t a bad one in the bunch! What a great treat for our wig recipients when...
Roseville Order of Eastern Stars Chapter #468
The members of the Order of the Eastern Star are dedicated men and women who sincerely reflect the spirit of fraternal love and the desire to work together for good by giving their time to meaningful projects that benefit mankind. We received a...
Senate DHHS Subcommittee Hearing
At Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, we continue to advocate for children’s wigs to be recognized like any other prosthesis. We attended a hearing today via Zoom in front of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee for the Department of...
Great North American Eclipse 2024 at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
It was exciting to watch the 2024 solar eclipse right above our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center today! In our area of Southeastern Michigan, the eclipse reached it's peak around 3:14 pm EST and we had our safety glasses...
Zeppelin Cleaning Services - Keeping Our Wellness Center Clean
A little spring cleaning Monday Motivation! Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc treats our Wellness Center like a home, keeping it safe for our wig recipients, families and guests. In addition to having our facility sanitized weekly, we...
Lucky 21st Annual Gala Corporate Sponsorships
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc offers our heartfelt thanks to the following corporate sponsors who made a monetary gift to help with the success of our Lucky 21st Annual Gala:
Ascension - renewed Bronze Sponsorship
Conner Park...
Michigan House DHHS Subcommittee on Appropriations
Today, our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney had the honor & privilege of testifying in front of the Michigan House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee for the Department of Health & Human Services. Maggie advocated for...
Makeup Class: Sign Up for Concealer, Contour & Cheeks
Dear wig recipients & families: our next class is right around the corner! The next session in our makeup & skin care series featuring Mirabella Beauty will be held at our Wellness Center on Saturday, April 13, 2024 - 2:00 pm with support...
March Newsletter 2024
Our March newsletter has been released! We're excited to share updates about our programming for the kids we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and more details about our signature gala event (hint: our auction is open!). You can...
Keeping Michigan Beautiful Mini-Grant
A special thanks to the Keeping Michigan Beautiful Foundation which has awarded Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan with $750 to enhance our gardening projects this year through The Shirley Richardson Mini-Grant Program. We are grateful to have...
Variety the Children's Charity Bike Giveaway
Variety the Children's Charity Detroit is an ongoing friend & supporter of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. We thank them for the wonderful opportunity they have just presented to our families!
We are excited to...
Mike's Hair Donation in memory of Mom, Carol
We're always deeply touched by the heartfelt stories that are shared by our hair donors about why they were inspired to donate their hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. Mike writes, “My mom Carol passed away from cancer in...
Remembering Our Angel Sara C.
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is deeply saddened to announce that one of our wig recipients has become an angel. Our beautiful Sara C. bravely fought ovarian cancer for many years and received several wigs through our program. Sara’s...
Learn More About Our Comprehensive Services
At Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, our number one goal is to provide a wig to any Michigan child or teen in need...and we want our kids to feel good about themselves! Inside our Wellness Center, we fit children with custom-made wigs and teach...
Happy Easter Week 2024
We have so much fun decorating the Wellness Center in a kid-friendly fashion for seasons and holidays. Even our stuffed animals dress up, like our princess duck here who decided to stop by for a little TLC: skin care and makeup...
Training the Next Generation of Hair Restoration Professionals
The beauty industry is full of many talented professionals who reach out to support Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and the children we serve. In turn, we reach back by educating & training the next generation of cosmetologists in hair...
Wes Mathews & Family Visit Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc was thrilled to welcome our mentor & friend Wesley Mathews from Stealth Consulting and his sons Ethan, Hunter and Sawyer who took a tour of our Wellness Center to learn more about the charity their dad...
Entrepreneur Intel
Maggie Varney our Founder & CEO of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is deeply honored to share that she was recently featured as a guest on Entrepreneur Intel, a podcast by Stealth Consulting CEO & co-founder Wes Mathews. Maggie shared...
Variety the Children's Charity & The Agape Project Opportunity
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
Our friends & supporters at Variety - the Children's Charity of Detroit are partnering with other organizations to make an accessible racing chair available to children with health challenges that...
Sponsor a Tea Party for a Wig Recipient & Their Loved Ones
Our Enchanted Tea Room is a magical space where our wig recipients get to enjoy being kids and having fun with their loved ones, while they forget about their health challenges for awhile. We have all kinds of life celebrations: birthdays,...
Happy St. Patrick's Day 2024!
Happy St. Patrick's Day from Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! We celebrated this week with delicious treats and hopes everyone is enjoying a nice holiday weekend. "For each petal on the shamrock, this brings a wish your way: Good...
Outstanding Volunteer of the Year: Lori Smith
Congratulations to Lori Smith, our Outstanding Volunteer of the Year! Lori is a master gardener who has donated her time & talent as a member of our gardening committee, helping maintain our raised therapy garden, angel memorial space and...
Eyes, Brows & Lashes Class with Multimedia Makeup Academy Troy!
Another incredible makeup class! We welcomed back Miss Tina from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX to help facilitate our eyes, brows & lashes class using Mirabella Beauty with Miss Maggie! Both new and returning...
Ryley Benefits from VR
When a health challenge shows up, children don’t stop being students. Our wig recipient Ryley experiences trichotillomania, the obsessive-compulsive urge to pull hair, which is a genetic disorder. Ryley is in college and she has found through...
Business of the Year: Stealth Consulting!
Congratulations to our Business of the Year: Stealth Consulting! They will be honored at our upcoming Lucky 21st Annual Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Having worked with over 4,000+ businesses of...
Wig Bill Update: Senate Bills 774 & 775
Two bills have just been introduced in the Michigan Senate this week to encourage both private insurance companies & state Medicaid to cover the cost of children's wigs like any other prosthetic. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc...
Cuts 4 a Cause Hair Restoration Training Available for Cosmetologists
Our Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training & certification program is held twice a year - in the spring & fall to educate licensed cosmetologists on how to provide wigs & services to the children of Michigan. We are so very fortunate...
Save the Date! Our 21st Annual Gala
Save the date! Our Lucky 21st Annual Gala will be held Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm at the beautiful Penna's of Sterling! Tickets are now available and we encourage our supporters to reserve them in advance, as we are so...
Urgent: Extra Large Baskets Needed
As we continue preparing raffle & auction prizes for our 21st Annual Gala, we are in urgent need of extra large baskets! Please consider donating these items to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. You can deliver baskets to our Wellness...
Wig Recipients: Sign Up for our Next Makeup Class
We're excited to announce that our next makeup class at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is being held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm inside our Wellness Center and our wig recipients are invited to attend! Our friends &...
White Castle Cares: Volunteering!
Every few months White Castle, one of our biggest corporate sponsors, sends volunteers to help us complete large projects. Today, Brittany and Nate put together tea party boxes in preparation for our 21st Annual Gala. White Castle's sponsorship...
A Shout Out to Our Supporter Don Mazzola
A special shoutout to Don Mazzola, our dear supporter and a lifelong friend of Maggie Varney, our Founder & CEO. Don has donated his time, talent & treasure at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc, in a variety of ways: volunteering,...
Makari Donates His Hair!
Meet Makari, one of our wonderful hair donors! He lives in Michigan and wanted to help a child in his state by growing his hair out for donation. When he was ready to make the cut, mom captured the moment in pictures - look at how long his hair is!...
Business With a Heart: Paul's Plumbing
Paul’s Plumbing based out of Fraser, MI has been supporting Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan since our humble beginnings. He has always provided first class service to help ensure our shampoo bowls run efficiently so we can maintain our...
Spring Forward & Sign Up for our Newsletters
Spring is on its way and so is our March newsletter! If you aren't receiving our monthly newsletters from Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to your inbox, now is the best time to sign up. It's a great way to stay current on the progress...
February 2024 Facebook & Instagram Donors
In February this year, we received over $224 from our generous supporters on Facebook & Instagram. All of this past month's donations were made in celebration of birthdays - what a beautiful way to honor a loved one, by helping children in...
VR 4 Kids Program Helps a Variety of Hair Loss Issues
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is excited to share that two more wig recipients came in to receive headsets through our VR 4 Kids Program! Morgan and Marion experience hair loss and VR helps our kids achieve calm & relaxation from...
Basket Committee in need of Large & Extra Large Baskets
Our basket committee at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is busy at work preparing raffle baskets for our 21st Annual Gala and fundraising events throughout the year. We're seeking large and extra large wicker baskets to help complete...
Meeting with Local Hospitals
Each year, we reach out to the 8 partnering hospitals that provide pediatric oncology services to the children of Michigan; sharing updates about our ever-evolving programming to benefit their populations. This week, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
185 Founding Members!
Our Founding Members are such an important part of our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan family. These 185 caring individuals, businesses, foundations and groups have supported us since our humble beginnings. They helped us open our first...
Media & Billboard Support
Our heartfelt gratitude to 5 Star Outdoor, LLC for donating over $5,000 in billboard space to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in 2023; they helped us get the word out about our support services and reach more local children in need. The...
Ryan from Meijer Donates to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
A year ago, the team at Meijer in Chesterfield, MI made a large donation to our program. Ryan, one of their managers never forgot about Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! He returned this year to our Wellness Center with a donation of fun...
1st Makeup & Skin Care in 2024 with Multimedia Makeup Academy
We just held our first skin care & makeup class of the year and were pleased to welcome back beauty professionals from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX! They focused on proper sanitation of makeup and how skin...
Senator Sylvia Santana Visits Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
We had the wonderful opportunity to meet Senator Sylvia Santana who took the time to tour our Wellness Center and learn more about our mission at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. With support & guidance from Robert Kennedy, Karla...
Charles' Chili Cook-Off Supports the Kids!
Charles D'Luge works at Real Estate One in Chesterfield and is a member of the Mt. Clemens Kiwanis who has supported us for years. He hosts a chili cook-off event in memory of his real estate partner Lucinda who bravely fought cancer. This year,...
Khloe, our Wig Recipient Wins 3 Awards in Beauty Pageant
Congratulations to our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan wig recipient Khloe who recently won three awards at a pageant in Maumee, Ohio: best talent, winter wear, and eyes! Khloe has alopecia, an auto-immune disorder which causes her hair to...
Thank You to our Social Media Fans
We are so very thankful for the love & support we receive at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc from our online community. As we continue to reflect on 2023, we are grateful to have touched the hearts of 23,663 fans around the world that...
Biggby Coffee in our Community
Please join us in welcoming Biggby Coffee at 13 Mile & Little Mack to the community! Matt, the owner stopped by to learn more about our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program and came in bearing treats for our wig recipients &...
Vincent Donates Hair from Canada
Meet Vincent, one of our incredible hair donors! He traveled from Ontario, Canada with his family to deliver his hair donation to support our wig recipients at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Vincent plays hockey and wanted another kid to...
Wig Recipients Invited to Participate in VR 4 Kids Program
2024 is off to an exciting start for our VR 4 Kids Program; along with bringing in the new year, we are introducing new technology as well. We now have Meta Quest 3 in addition to Meta Quest 2 Headsets! Previously the VR 4 Kids Program was only...
Thank You, 286 Galaxy Star Members
Our Galaxy Star Program was started when we were raising funds to build our permanent Wellness Center. It continues for the sustainability of our comprehensive programming for our wig recipients and their families. We would like to take this time to...
Camp Quality Michigan Summer Programs
One of our resource partners at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is Camp Quality. They have a Michigan chapter featuring a no-cost summer camp program for kids affected by cancer and their siblings, from ages 5-17, where they discover a...
New Date for our Makeup Class
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
We are excited to announce the new date of our makeup class, which will be held on Saturday, February 24th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. with our friends from Multimedia Makeup Academy! We’re utilizing...
Happy Valentine's 2024!
Happy Valentine's Day from all of us here at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! From our hearts to yours, we appreciate your love & support for our program, not just today, yet EVERY day of the year. Thank you for helping us touch...
103 Events & Fundraisers in 2023
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is active in the community and in 2023, we participated in 103 events & fundraisers (in-person and virtual) to connect with more Michigan children in need and garner support to continue our mission. From...
DiNello Family Making a Difference
Heartfelt thanks to Michael & Domenica DiNello (DiNello Team - Vanguard Realty Group) who recently toured our Wellness Center after hearing about our program at a speaking engagement in the community. They have been so kind as to help raise...
1,133 Beauty Industry Professional Supporters
In 2023, we reached a total of 1,133 salons, cosmetologists and cosmetology schools that support Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc by cutting hair for donation, hosting cut-a-thons & fundraisers, volunteering professional beauty services...
February 2024 Newsletter
Our February 2024 newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc has just been released! We're bringing you comprehensive & impactful updates about our program, including our Year in Review and how we've made a difference for...
200 Volunteers in 2023!
We’re so fortunate to be surrounded by caring, generous individuals who support us year-round by donating their time & talent through volunteering. We had 200 volunteers in 2023 who each contributed in a special way to support the kids in...
249 Kids & Families Participated in Support Services
As we move forward in 2024, we reflect on 2023 and the many impactful support services our wig recipients & families participated in. 249 Michigan kids and their loved ones benefited from makeup, skin & nail care, nutrition through our...
Walsh College Internship Connection Winter 2024
Thank you, Walsh College for another great event! Today, they held their internship connection, offering local businesses & nonprofits like Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan the space to share internship and career opportunities....
55 Counties Helped in 2023!
In 2023, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc grew our community outreach and helped children from 55 Michigan counties! We provide wigs & support services at no charge to children experiencing hair loss as a result of cancer treatment,...
Bows By Halmi
These delightful hair bows arrived to our Wellness Center as a gift from Peggy in Texas, the owner of Bows By Halmi who asked for nothing in return. She hand-crafts these beautiful hair accessories and they will be the perfect addition to our...
World Cancer Day: Worldwide Supporters Help Our Mission
Today is World Cancer Day and roughly 50% of the kids we serve experience hair loss from cancer treatment. We are fortunate to have the love & support of our online community, who donate regularly through Facebook & Instagram to help us...
Go Bulldogs! Romeo High School Spirit
Go Bulldogs! Kudos to Romeo High School for the amazing efforts they put forth to raise awareness and funds for our mission. We wore our Charity Week t-shirts in celebration of the staff & students who went above and beyond to support our wig...
Romeo High School Charity Week
Thank you, Romeo High School for researching and choosing Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan for charity week! Students & staff showed how much they care about our kids through various spirit activities (t-shirt fundraiser, bake sales,...
Valentine’s Makeup Class 2024
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
We are excited to announce we are hosting a Valentine's-inspired makeup class on Saturday, February 10th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. with our friends from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and...
Camp Quality Michigan!
Camp Quality serves children with cancer and their families by providing year-round programs, experiences, and companionship, at no cost. Camp Quality promotes hope and inspiration while helping children foster life skills and develop their full...
Meet Holly, One of Our Outstanding Volunteers!
Holly is one of our outstanding volunteers who comes in once a week to help in our hair donation department, opening & logging each ponytail with care. We receive hair from 68 countries around the world to make wigs for the children we serve and...
Volunteers Needed Selfridge Air Show
The Selfridge Air Show & Open House is looking for volunteers for their upcoming event being held on (Fri, Sat, Sun) June 7th, 8th and 9th, 2024!
Their team needs support with:
Concessions-working in a food booth or stationary food/drink...
Even Princesses Get Their Wigs at MW4K!
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc works with several princesses & character groups that create magic by volunteering at our events and activities for the kids we serve. With the large donation of wigs that we received from our friends at...
Game Day at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Go Detroit Lions!!! Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is having a Spirit Day today and serving hot dogs, chips & cake pops to our guests, clients & team in celebration of the Lions. We are so excited for our Detroit team to Defend the...
Team Spirit Day
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is showing our team spirit today as we cheer on the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game against the San Francisco 49ers. The Lions have a chance to go to the Super Bowl for the first time in the...
A Thank You From Our Kids
The thank you letters wig recipients write to their wig sponsors are so sweet! It truly means the world to these kids & families to have the support of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc while they journey through their health challenges....
Make a Difference as our Child & Family Social Worker
Ready to make a difference? Apply now to be our Child and Family Social Worker and become a crucial part of our mission to support families affected by cancer and other disorders.
To learn more and apply...
Sponsoring a Welcome Bag Gift 4 the Kids!
Today at our Wellness Center, we put together more welcome bags for new wig recipients entering our program. This is a giant present full of comfort items to bring them joy during their health challenge which includes: a blanket, travel pillow &...
Business of the Month: Stealth Consulting
Meet our Business of the Month: Stealth Consulting! We are fortunate to be working with their brilliant minds on our overall sustainability plan for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and marketing our support services so that more can be...
Manish Travels from Pennsylvania to Donate Hair
What an amazing journey...after researching hair donation organizations, Manish contacted Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and chose us as his charity of choice to donate hair...and he traveled all the way from Pennsylvania to do so! Manish...
January 2024 Newsletter
Our January newsletter has been released and is filled with heartfelt stories, new opportunities to get involved with our mission and special spotlights on some of the businesses & individuals helping us make a difference. Read it here:...
Remembering Honor the Therapy Dog
We’re saddened this evening to announce that Honor, one of the therapy dogs we’ve been fortunate to work with has passed away. Honor and Gracie visited wig recipients at our Wellness Center and several events for the kids over the years...
NEW Merchandise: Travel Tumbler!
We're excited to announce we have a new merchandise item to show your support for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! For anyone looking to drink more water or keep large drinks hot or cold for long periods, our travel tumbler is the...
Makeup Class Postponed Due to Weather
Dear wig recipients & families, due to the inclement weather, cold temperatures and incoming snow, our attendance has been impacted and we are postponing our Skin Care Superheroes class on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Please stay safe & warm...
Our Amazing White Castle Volunteers
Our amazing White Castle volunteers Brittney and Cassandra spent the day helping us give back to our beauty industry. They worked with our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney to organize beautiful, new synthetic wigs that were donated by Shear Pointe...
Multimedia Makeup Academy Troy Visits Our Wellness Center
Today, a group of future cosmetologists from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX visited our Wellness Center with their instructors so they could learn more about hair restoration, our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
Sign Up for Skin Care Superheroes Class
Dear wig recipients & families: we are planning a skin care and makeup class on Saturday, January 20, 2024 - 2:00 pm at our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center in St. Clair Shores and we would love for you to join us! We'll...
Adina Donates In Honor of Her Son Ezra
Heartfelt story: Adina chose to donate her hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in honor of her son Ezra who completed his treatment for cancer. It was so very sweet to see Ezra cut some of his mom's ponytails during her hair...
Sponsor a Warm, Snuggly Hat for Kids in Need
It's very cold here in Michigan and one of the special ways you can support our kids during the winter months is to sponsor a warm, snuggly hat. Fact: we lose about 40% of our body heat through our head and hats keep our kids warm during...
Grady's Hair Donation Story
It is amazing the stories we receive in the mail with hair donations from caring families who are touched by the work we do. Leslie, Grady’s mom writes: “Grady is 3 years old, and this was his first haircut. His uncle Tommy was diagnosed...
Skin Care Superheroes Class
Dear wig recipients & families: we're so excited about our first class of the year! Be a "skin care superhero" by attending our skin care and makeup class on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 - 2:00 pm at our Wellness Center in St....
Clinton Township Kiwanis Visit!
It was great visiting with the Clinton Township Kiwanis today which is a wonderful club filled with members from diverse professional backgrounds who each lend their talent to make a difference. We gave them updates about our new VR program for wig...
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and we thank ALL the law enforcement departments for their commitment & dedication to our communities every day. Many go above and beyond the call of duty and several also participate in our...
Civic Organizations in 2024
Our first speaking engagement of the year is happening Wednesday at the Clinton Township Kiwanis and we're looking forward to reconnecting with our civic groups in the community! Civic organizations have supported our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
Introducing XR Impact Network
Last year, we implemented a VR 4 Kids Program Pilot to give our wig recipients access to virtual reality therapies which help facilitate pain management, meditation & relaxation. We are excited to introduce XR Impact Network, our new VR 4 Kids...
Katy's Hair Donation Story
Meet Katy, one of our wonderful hair donors who shares her story of how she got involved with Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan:
“My first hair donation was 12 years ago. I was an elementary school principal at the time and challenged...
A Heartfelt Note for our Holiday Sponsors
Our deepest gratitude goes out to the caring individuals and businesses who opened their hearts to sponsor Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan wig recipient families during the holiday season. Thanks to this group of generous people, our kids...
16,404 Hair Donations in 2023!
What an incredible amount of hair donations we received in 2023 from kind-hearted individuals in 68 countries around the world! We're so excited to celebrate 16,404 hair donations to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc!! Heartfelt...
Support Services 2024
Our 2024 support services calendar of events for our wig recipients & families is now live! We are excited to have a year full of fun activities (more will be added as the months progress) and we encourage our wig recipients to sign up early as...
Subscribe to our Newsletters in 2024
It's a new year and there will be many new opportunities to support the kids we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Are you subscribed to our monthly newsletters? If not, please sign up now to read stories from some of our kids,...
Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, everyone!! We look forward to continued service in 2024 as we enter our 21st year of helping the self-esteem of children in Michigan at no charge through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. Stay safe and be well....
A Special Message for the New Year
As we prepare to ring in a new year, our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Founder & CEO Maggie Varney shares a special message with our amazing wig recipients, families and supporters. We wish you all a Happy New...
Cereal City Lions Club Continues to Support MW4K
The Cereal City Lions Club founded in 1958 is a Battle Creek civic service organization that supports and promotes community involvement. They are longtime friends of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and have chosen our program as one of...
Eastside Eye Physicians
Eastside Eye Physicians are a local business here in our hometown of St. Clair Shores, MI who have been servicing the community since 1955. In addition to meeting residents' eye care needs, they also focus on giving back and supporting...
Cuts 4 Cash Pledges
Considering a hair donation in the year ahead? Learn more about our Cuts 4 Cash program where you can help defray the cost of turning your hair into a wig by collecting pledges per inch of hair you donate. Every amount helps the kids and all the...
A Special Thank You to our Facebook & Instagram Donors
A special thank you to our Facebook & Instagram donors who contributed over $325 to support our mission at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Please join us in acknowledging the following caring individuals. (Note: these are the donors...
Hair is a Treasure!
We received a beautiful gift in the mail from a gentleman named Steve whose mother Emily, born in 1911, had her hair cut at 9 years old and the family saved her curls over the years. This is the oldest hair donation we have received and while it...
Merry Christmas 2023!
Merry Christmas from all of us here at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! We wish you a wonderful day celebrating and making memories with those closest to your heart. Sip some cocoa, watch movies, play games and have...
25th Day of Giving: Adopt-a-Kid Sponsorship
The 25th Day of Giving is here! Give the gift of hair this holiday season by sponsoring a child's wig through our Adopt-a-Kid program. You can personally help the self-esteem of the children we serve through this form of sponsorship. To learn...
24th Day of Giving: Renew Your Galaxy Star Membership
On the 24th Day of Giving, please consider renewing your Galaxy Star membership. This helps with the sustainability and longevity of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program and all the wonderful offerings we have at our Wellness Center...
Holland Donates Her Hair!
Meet Holland, one of our generous hair donors who made the decision to help other kids, which is what our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program is all about. Mom Charlee writes, "Holland fell in love with helping St. Jude's...
23rd Day of Giving: Encouraging Loved Ones to Donate
Giving is more fun when you're together! Encouraging loved ones to learn about our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program and donating their time, talent or treasure is another way to support the kids during our 25 Days of Giving. The...
Northeast Detroit Lions Club Holiday Dinners
Where there's a need...there's a Lion! Jim and members of the Northeast Detroit Lions Club have supported our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc since our humble beginnings. Each year, the Lions band together to assemble holiday...
22nd Day of Giving: Sponsor a VR Headset for a Child
Our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot offers physical, emotional, social & psychological therapeutic experiences through innovative & immersive virtual reality technology! The apps included on our VR headsets assist wig recipients with meditation,...
Happy Holidays from Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of MI 2023
Happy holidays to all of our wig recipients & families, friends and supporters! Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center will be closed Saturday, December 23, 2023 through Tuesday, December 26th, 2023 in celebration of the...
21st Day of Giving: Make a Donation in Any Amount
We're often asked how frequently we see our wig recipients & families. Many who enter our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program visit our Wellness Center multiple times throughout the year - receiving a wig & maintenance...
Sarah, Manager at Dollar General Donates Her Hair
Sarah is one of the managers at Dollar General who recently participated in a toy drive for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. She was so inspired by our wig recipients’ strength & courage when she toured our facility, that she...
Variety the Children's Charity Detroit Holiday Sponsorship 2023
We are so very grateful to the wonderful team at Variety - the Children's Charity of Detroit who generously chose 5 of our wig recipients & families to benefit from holiday sponsorship of gifts this season. Variety's "elves"...
Portage Department of Public Safety Pigs 4 Wigs 2023
Portage MI Dept of Public Safety - Police & Fire is one of our key Pigs 4 Wigs supporters during No-Shave November and this year they brought in over $1,200 to help us continue serving the children of Michigan. Sergeant Collier and Officer...
20th Day of Giving: Write a Positive Review about MW4K
Did you know? During our 25 Days of Giving, there are many ways to support the kids we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. One of them includes taking a few moments of time to share a positive experience you've had with our...
South Lyon Police Department's Pigs 4 Wigs 2023
Chief Baaki & Lieutenant Sederlund from South Lyon Police Department stopped by our Wellness Center this week to make a very special Pigs 4 Wigs presentation of the funds raised during No-Shave November. Between online and offline donations,...
19th Day of Giving: Cuts 4 a Cause
Our Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration certification training program gives licensed cosmetologists the opportunity to become certified in all aspects of hair restoration. Taught twice a year, this comprehensive workshop is available through...
Holiday Party 2023!!
Our annual children's holiday party for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc was a magical afternoon enjoyed by our wig recipients & families! Heartfelt gratitude to the many volunteers, team members, sponsors and community supporters...
18th Day of Giving: Become a Corporate Sponsor
If you own a business or work for a company that has a philanthropic focus, please consider Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc as a potential charity of choice this holiday season for consideration of corporate sponsorship. This is another...
6th Annual Tinsel Tour - Holiday Ornament for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Through our community outreach program, we support various other nonprofits and organizations throughout Michigan. As members of the Macomb County Chamber, we were happy to participate in their 6th Annual Tinsel Tour by ordering a holiday ornament...
17th Day of Giving: Raised Therapy Garden
Our raised therapy garden at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan presents our wig recipients & families with the opportunity to enjoy farm-to-table nutrition. They grow their own herbs & veggies which are incorporated into healthy meal...
16th Day of Giving: Life Celebrations!
It's so fun for our wig recipients to enjoy a life celebration at our Enchanted Tea Room inside our Wellness Center for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! This includes end of chemo parties, birthdays, graduations and more that our kids...
15th Day of Giving: In Honor & In Memory Donations
Donating in honor or in memory of a loved one is a great way to acknowledge someone special and make a difference in the life of a child. Recognition cards for in honor or in memory donations can be forwarded to family members or friends and are...
White Castle Volunteers for Santa's Workshop
Whenever we receive donated goods in-kind from caring individuals & businesses, each item must be logged in our inventory so we can account for them and issue tax receipts to acknowledge our generous donors. This includes the wonderful toys we...
14th Day of Giving: Purchase Healthy Food Gift Cards
When our kids go to treatment for cancer or have multiple doctors' appointments to address other health challenges leading to hair loss, they are often on the road traveling and it can be difficult to eat healthy food. Donating gift cards to...
We're Seeking Carolers for our Annual Children's Holiday Party
Our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Annual Children's Holiday Party is quickly approaching and we're seeking a small group of carolers to sing holiday songs and help create a festive atmosphere at the event on Sunday, December 17,...
13th Day of Giving: Become a Founding Member
Establishing a Founding Membership at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc during our 25 Days of Giving helps with the sustainability & longevity of our program and earns you a beautiful commemorative star on our Founding Members wall...
12th Day of Giving: Share Our Posts...Such as the Dollar General Toy Drive!
Wow!!! What a huge outpouring of support from Dollar General stores in Southeastern Michigan who banded together to host their annual toy drive for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! They brought the sleigh full of presents today, just in...
Annual Children's Holiday Party & Shopping for Supporters
Our annual children's holiday party is quickly approaching and will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 12-3 at Blossom Heath Inn - By Chef Bobby & Encore Catering in St. Clair Shores, MI. Wig recipients & their families are...
Sterling Heights Pigs 4 Wigs 2023
Sgt. Finkbeiner from the Sterling Heights Police Department stopped by today to present a portion of the funds raised during the 11th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign and they did an outstanding job in this year's competition. Sterling Heights Police...
11th Day of Giving: Volunteer!
Donating your time & talent through volunteering is another way to help us continue our mission at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc during our 25 Days of Giving. No matter your skill set, we have a task for you! Please explore volunteer...
10th Day of Giving: In-Kind Donations are Appreciated
In-kind donations of goods are always greatly appreciated at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc since we utilize them for a variety of purposes: in our treasure chest at the Wellness Center for wig recipients & hair donors to pick out...
Credit Union One's GivingTuesday Giveaway Continues
In their continued celebration of #GivingTuesday, Credit Union ONE is hosting a Giveaway and you can vote for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to win a prize up to $6,000 to help us serve more children in need at no charge. The charity...
9th Day of Giving: Register Your Salon
✂️ We love the beauty industry and are fortunate to have a network of salons, cosmetologists and cosmetology schools that support our mission at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc.
If you own or work for a salon, and want to cut...
Princess Doll Giveaway with Crowns Against Cancer
Our friends at Crowns Against Cancer are committed to creating a bit of magic by visiting children experiencing cancer and other illnesses as their favorite princesses, superheroes, and other fairytale characters. The group is generously hosting a...
8th Day of Giving: Sponsor a Welcome Bag
A welcome bag is one of the prizes our wig recipients are given during their first visit to our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center. They are filled with comfort items to support their journey with a health challenge that often...
Central Lake Lions Club Donates Hats & Gift Cards
There are over 500 Lions Clubs throughout the state of Michigan and we are fortunate at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to receive support from many of them. Ray traveled all the way from the Central Lake Lions Club to deliver crocheted...
7th Day of Giving: Planned Giving Opportunities
Planned giving is a beautiful way to honor a legacy and make a gift for a child that will last a lifetime. There are many options in planned giving available. If you're new to this area of philanthropy and would like to consider planned giving...
WDIV Local 4: Pigs 4 Wigs Metro Detroit Police Help Raise Funds for Kids in Need
WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit has also generously provided media coverage of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc 11th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign where local police departments participated in No-Shave November by making contributions to...
6th Day of Giving: Donate Your Hair at Go Green Salon
You can give hair and hope for the holidays! Schedule an appointment at Go Green Salon, a separate business located inside our Wellness Center to have your haircut for donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. 50% of the proceeds are...
Wolverine Lake Police Pigs 4 Wigs
Wolverine Lake Police Department is one of our long-time contributors for the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign. Today, Chief Ellsworth and Natasha visited to present the funds raised which includes an amazing contribution from Halos of Hope. They brought...
5th Day of Giving: Become a Holiday Wishlist Sponsor!
Many of the families in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program come from low-moderate income families and often cannot afford to provide for their loved ones during the holidays due to financial constraints brought on by medical...
FOX 2 Detroit: Metro Detroit Police Raise Funds for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of MI
Our thanks to FOX 2 Detroit who filmed a segment about our 11th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign for @Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Please watch the interview here: https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/1376745
We are grateful to all the...
Violeta Giovanna Gift More Headbands to our Wig Recipients
How fun! Violeta from Violeta Giovanna visited our Wellness Center to bring holiday cheer with the company’s delightful & decorative headbands to gift to our wig recipients. The children we serve love to accessorize their wigs to reflect...
4th Day of Giving: Purchase Merchandise for Stocking Stuffers
Searching for stocking stuffers and want to support a good cause? Look no further! Our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc merchandise has options to meet any budget and 100% of proceeds benefit the kids we serve. Make your selection during...
3rd Day of Giving: Help Offset Travel Costs for Kids in Treatment
The holidays are a busy time for visiting loved ones both near & far and we may not realize that there is another group of travelers on the road: children facing health challenges whose parents take them to and from treatment.
At...
2nd Day of Giving: Holiday Makeup Class with MMA Troy!
Happy holidays!! We were so excited to welcome 3 celebrity guest artists from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX for our holiday make up class today! Our wig recipients learned two fun, glamorous looks with Mirabella...
11th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs a Success!
Excited to highlight the 11th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign which concluded today! Our thanks to ALL of the police departments who participated to show their support for the kids. This morning, Officer Yglesias from Fraser Department of Public Safety...
1st Day of Giving: Sponsor a Hat!
December 1st marks the season of giving... help wrap our wig recipients in love & warmth during the holidays by sponsoring a hat for a child. A $10 gift shows you care and brings them comfort. Make a contribution here:...
Reminder: Holiday Makeup Class!
Wig recipients & families: our holiday makeup class is almost full and will be held Saturday, December 2nd, 2023 - 10:00 am at our Wellness Center (30130 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082). We'll be creating beautiful holiday looks...
It's Giving Tuesday & Your Donation Counts!
Did you know? There are over 500 newly diagnosed cases of children with cancer in Michigan each year. Over the last year, we've had a 26% increase in requests for services at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc.
Your #GivingTuesday...
Shop Local Macomb
Macomb County Planning & Economic Development has announced the return of its Shop Local Macomb contest, an effort to encourage supporting small businesses during the holidays. The campaign, now in its 7th year, asks shoppers to give business to...
Holiday Party Sponsors
Our annual children’s holiday party will be held Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 12-3 pm at the beautiful Blossom Heath Inn in St. Clair Shores and we thank our Board members and friends in the community for helping sponsor this magical...
Grace Donates Hair 4 Times to our Program
Meet Grace, one of our amazing hair donors! Grace’s mom shared photos of her donation experience over the years: “My daughter has donated four times and she’s only nine years old. Her first donation was at three years of age, then...
Michael Agnello Renews His Founding Membership
Our dear friend & supporter Michael Agnello from Michael Agnello Jewelers became a Founding Member of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc a couple years ago with his wife Bobbi. He recently sent in his annual pledge of $1,000 to renew his...
Happy Thanksgiving 2023!
Our team at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan would like to wish all of our wig recipients & families, friends & supporters a very Happy Thanksgiving! We give thanks for the honor & privilege to be of service and to the community for...
Ron Frederick, SCS Councilman Supports Pigs 4 Wigs
Ron Frederick our St. Clair Shores City Councilman and Secretary on our Board of Directors is participating in the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign with the St. Clair Shores Police Department. He stopped in personally to make his $50 donation and we...
Lake Shore HS Girls Class of 1969 Sponsor a Child!
Let's hear it for Lake Shore! Jean Quasarano VanOosterwyk and her Lake Shore HS Girls Group from the Class of 1969 recently enjoyed their annual reunion luncheon where they take up a collection to support others in need. This year, they chose...
Meet Piper, One of Our Newest Wig Recipients!
What a sweet story! Piper is one of our newest wig recipients at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc who was recently diagnosed with alopecia; an auto-immune disorder causing hair loss. Her hair has been falling out rapidly, so Piper's mom...
Over 16 years, 7.5 Feet of Hair Donated by Shanna!
Wow! Let’s hear it for Shanna who just sent in 24 inches of hair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Over the last 16 years, she has donated 7.5 feet of hair and we are fortunate to be one of the organizations she chose. We thank Shanna...
Thank You, 3rd Quarter Kroger Shoppers!
A special thank you to the 111 households who participated in Kroger Community Rewards during the months of August - October 2023. These generous individuals chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity of choice to benefit from a...
St. Clair Shores Police Sponsor 2 Kids!
The St. Clair Shores Police Officers Association brought a $2,000 donation to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan during our annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign. Their contribution will help sponsor 2 children’s wigs through our Adopt-a-Kid...
Gourmet Nut Sales
This holiday season, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is supporting the St Clair Shores Lac Ste Claire Kiwanis and Mount Clemens Kiwanis by selling gourmet nuts at $25/canister. Both civic groups do great work in our communities and support...
Holiday Makeup Class 2023
Wig recipients & families: we're excited to announce our holiday makeup class will be held on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023 - 10:00 am at our Wellness Center (30130 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082) and you're invited! We'll...
Accepting Hair from Around the World
We received a lovely message today from Monique in Germany who is planning to donate her hair and help the children in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. This is heartwarming that people around the world send an outpouring of...
Manchester & Jackson Host Lions Donate Goodies for Our Kids!
We love these Lions! Bert, Bea (Jackson Host Lions Club) and Peggy (Manchester Lions Club) traveled to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, bringing an abundant assortment of tea cups, snacks, makeup bags and blankets! We will include these gifts...
Easton & Kody's Outstanding Lemonade Stand
Stirring up something sweet: the Clark Family visited Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to personally deliver proceeds from their summer lemonade stand. They raised close to $2,000 to help sponsor two more families through our program! Easton...
Wolverine Lake Police Visit
We visited the Wolverine Lake Police Department today to deliver Pigs 4 Wigs t-shirts and thank them for their service in the community and support of our kids! They were the largest donor during the Pigs 4 Wigs campaign last year and we appreciate...
Seeking Holiday Party Sponsors
We're seeking holiday party sponsors to help make our annual children's holiday celebration a success for our wig recipients & families. Spread some seasonal cheer by considering a $100, $250 or $500 sponsorship. You can learn more on...
Austin & Haley Donate Hair & Headbands
Congratulations to Austin & Haley who recently got married and celebrated by donating their hair at Go Green Salon located inside Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! In addition to their beautiful hair, the couple also brought in gifts of...
Sign Up for Our Fall 2023 Newsletter
Our monthly newsletter will be released soon. Are you on our mailing list? Subscribe today to receive our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc newsletter delivered right to your inbox. It features stories from Michigan children & families...
Celebrating Success with our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot
We have made tremendous progress with our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc this year thanks to the mentorship of VRforHealth and our VR partners. This last month, we celebrated the milestone of over 100+ moments...
Happy Halloween 2023!
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween! Whether you're trick-or-treating, passing out candy or enjoying the party atmosphere, make some fun fall memories with your loved...
Fall Is In Full Swing...It's the Perfect Time for Hooded Sweatshirts!
With fall in full swing, it’s the perfect season to get a Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc hooded sweatshirt! They’re cozy, make the perfect gift for a birthday or holiday, and support a worthy cause. Available in 4 colors...
RSVP for our 2023 Annual Children's Holiday Party
Dear wig recipients & families: Save the date! Our Annual Children's Holiday Party will be held at Blossom Heath Inn on Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 12-3 pm. Join us for a delicious luncheon, holiday shopping, music & dancing, presents...
Kalli Donates Toys to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
How awesome!!! Kalli, our account manager at GRIT Technologies personally made a very generous donation of new toys, coloring books, inspirational reading books, and care items for our wig recipients & families at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of...
Walsh College 2023 Fall Career Fair
Thank you, Walsh College for inviting us to participate in their annual Fall Career Fair! We have great opportunities for professionals to grow their skill set through hands-on experience in marketing, finance and hospitality at our Wellness Center....
Dr. FREAKuency Tickets!
Dear wig recipients & families: through the generosity of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, 4 tickets are available for Dr. FREAKuency's Major Monster Bash at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Mad scientist Dr. FREAKuency concocts an...
Michigan First Credit Union Donation!
Janet from Michigan First Credit Union visited Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc today to deliver a special year-end gift to our program. They generously donated $1,500 to help us continue our mission and have supported us for several years...
Hair Donation Information
We are so blessed at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to have over 1,000 supporting salons that send in hair donations. We had over 18,000 hair donations last year and don't want to waste any of the hair we receive. Unfortunately, when...
Lipstick Personality Chart
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan hosts skin care & makeup classes throughout the year to help our tween and teen wig recipients with the appearance-related side effects of their health challenges. These offerings are informational,...
Pigs 4 Wigs 2023 Campaign Approaching
"No-Shave November" is right around the corner, which means it's almost time for the 11th Annual "Pigs 4 Wigs" campaign! Officers at police departments throughout Michigan pay $50.00/person to avoid shaving for the month of...
Tickets to Dr. FREAKuency's Major Monster Bash
Dear wig recipients & families: through the generosity of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, 4 tickets are available for Dr. FREAKuency's Major Monster Bash at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Mad scientist Dr. FREAKuency concocts an...
417 Hair Donations from Sparrow Health System
Wow, look at all this hair!!! We thank Sparrow Health System in Lansing for their continued support by hosting their annual hair-a-thon. They just sent 417 ponytails to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc along with funding to help defray the...
Mike Donated Hair - You Can Too!
Meet Mike! He has donated his hair 4 times to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Mike has the heart to help the kids in his community: he is a member of the Crusaders for Children Michigan nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower...
Paul Mitchell the School Michigan Trunk or Treat!
Our friends at Paul Mitchell The School Michigan are hosting their a Trunk-or-Treat event on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 6-8 pm at their cosmetology school on Van Dyke in Sterling Heights. Please see the flyer for details! Proceeds from this fun...
Thank You, September Facebook & Instagram Donors!
Wow!! We are blown away by the continuing generosity of our Facebook & Instagram community! During the month of September, $810 was raised which will help us toward sponsoring a wig for another Michigan child in need. We work with the 8...
Cuts 4 a Cause 2023!!!
Cuts 4 a Cause!!! Congratulations to Anita, Carmela & Cynthia who participated in our hair restoration training & certification program and graduated today! We appreciate returning graduates Carolyn, Catherine and Sara for helping facilitate...
Thank You, Diamond Sponsors!
A special thank you to our Diamond Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! These are the incredible individuals and organizations that help us continue serving the children of Michigan at no charge and...
Hair Donation In Memory of Martino
In March, we were saddened to hear of the passing of Martino Mande – a young man in our community who had a beautiful heart and gave generously through community service. Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan was one of Martino’s...
Cuts 4 a Cause Class Upcoming for 2023!
Counting down the days...we are so excited! On Monday, October 9, 2023 we're hosting our annual Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training and certification program at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Sponsored by the Andrew Gomez Dream...
We Thank Our Platinum Sponsors!
Our heartfelt gratitude to the Platinum Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Maloof Jewelry & Gifts has donated many pieces of fine jewelry, provided monetary support and attended our signature...
Gold Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala
A special thanks to the Gold Sponsors of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc 20th Anniversary Gala! They contribute in several ways: through in-kind donations of services & goods, mentorship and funds. It was our honor to celebrate our...
Sparrow Hospital Hair-a-Thon 2023 is Today!
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Sparrow Health System, one of the 8 hospitals in Michigan that provide pediatric oncology for hosting their annual Hair-a-Thon today. We service all the children they refer to us. If you live in the...
Ariana Donates Hair in Loving Memory of Her Grandma
Sweet Ariana visited our Wellness Center with her family to donate her long hair in loving memory of her grandma who had recently passed away. This was a beautiful gesture to honor her grandma's legacy while helping a child in need at the same...
Thank You! August 2023 Facebook & Instagram Donors!
Wow! $990 was raised during the month of August through Facebook & Instagram contributions! This includes proceeds from a special lemonade stand held by one of our wig recipients & families, birthday fundraisers and Facebook/Instagram post...
We're Featured in The Shores Magazine October/November 2023 Issue!
We are so excited to be featured on the front cover and in a full article in The Shores Magazine's October/November issue! What a wonderful community outreach opportunity - we thank The Shores Magazine team for their love & support! You can...
Mt. Clemens Supporting MW4K Since 2012!
Every day, Mount Clemens Kiwanians are revitalizing neighborhoods, organizing youth-sports programs, tutoring, building playgrounds, and performing countless other projects to help children and the city of Mount Clemens, Michigan. They have...
Phyllis from Detroit Westown-Hartford Lions Club Visits MW4K!
What a nice surprise! We received a call today from Lion Phyllis Turner with the Detroit Westown-Hartford Lions Club who brought in beautiful blankets & hats knitted by her friend Claudia. Phyllis also made a personal contribution of gift cards...
Thank You, Silver Sponsors!
This year for our 20th Anniversary Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc, we welcomed both ongoing and new Silver Level Corporate Sponsors for our signature event of the year. A special recognition goes to 5 Star Outdoor, LLC Anne...
Dio, One of Our Great Volunteers!
Meet Dio! He works for GM and signed up to volunteer at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan at a very important time of year: when we were in the midst of ramping up preparations for our 20th Anniversary Gala. Dio helped in every way he could and...
Bronze Sponsors for our 20th Anniversary Gala
A special shoutout to the Bronze Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! These wonderful businesses have supported us for many years either through a contribution of in-kind services or a monetary...
Sparrow Hospital 9th Annual Hair-a-Thon
Sparrow Health System is one of the 8 hospitals that provide pediatric oncology services and we service the children they refer to us. On Saturday, September 30th from 9am-12pm in the Sparrow Plaza Building, they will be hosting the 9th annual...
Complimentary Ghostbusters Tickets
Dear Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Friends & Supporters, we are excited to announce we have complimentary tickets to attend a performance of Ghostbusters in Concert with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (valued at $84/ticket). The...
The Village Elves
How sweet! The Village Elves chose Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to receive a $500 donation to help us serve more children in need. The Village Elves were founded over 25 years ago by residents in the Milford, MI who shared a goal of...
Elite Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala
A special thank you to the Elite Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala! College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving provided the transportation of all our gala supplies and prizes to the banquet hall. PTM Corporation was referred by one of our board...
Congratulations, Silent Auction Winners!
Congratulations to the winners in the silent auction from our 20th Anniversary Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! If you have been notified through GiveSmart that you won a prize, please call 586-772-6656 to arrange a time to claim...
Seeking Gala Wrap-Up Volunteers!
Dear Volunteers, we have had wonderful support in preparing for our 20th Anniversary Gala and are excited to say it was a successful event for the wig recipients & families we serve! We need as much help with wrapping up from the gala as we do...
20th Anniversary Gala!!!
Heartfelt gratitude to EVERYONE who helped make our 20th Anniversary Gala a great success!! We have been so fortunate to help over 5,200 Michigan children through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program since our humble beginnings in...
Friend Level Sponsors of our 20th Anniversary Gala
We couldn't do the work we do for the kids of Michigan without the help of caring individuals, businesses, foundations, civic groups, churches and communities who band together to help us continue our mission. A special thank you to our Friend...
Madison Donates Hair In Honor of Wig Recipient Lily
Donating hair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan can help many local children experiencing hair loss from various types of cancer, alopecia, trichotillomania & other disorders as we provide wigs free of charge. Our program is all about...
Windsor Beauty Supply & Schwarzkopf: Party with a Purpose!
Congratulations to Windsor Beauty Supply & Schwarzkopf on 27 years of building strong bonds in the beauty industry! Tonight they celebrated by hosting Party With a Purpose and chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc as their charity of...
Heartfelt Gratitude to our Selfridge Firefighters!
Chief Howard and the Selfridge Firefighters are our local heroes! They put their lives on the line every day through the work they do and still find time to raise funds and continue to support Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Throughout the...
Joseph & Jackson, Brothers Donate Hair
Our wig recipients experience cancer, alopecia or other disorders that cause hair loss which can make them feel vulnerable and affect their self-confidence; yet it is during the most difficult times that we can find a light shining in this world....
Another great harvest!
We've had a great harvest in our raised therapy garden this season...look at all these delicious veggies! Our heartfelt gratitude to the many caring volunteers like Dio and Lori who have stepped up to help us maintain this special sanctuary...
#2352 Local Painters Union 1M Sponsors Another Child's Wig!
Heartfelt gratitude to #2352 Local Painters Union 1M for their continued support of the kids we serve! They raised enough funds to sponsor another child's wig through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Adopt-a-Kid program. This is...
Josh Donates His Hair in Honor of Tricia
Donating your hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is a great way to help a Michigan child in need and cutting it in honor of a loved one is a beautiful gesture indeed! Josh donated his hair in honor of Tricia and it will make an...
Central Lake Lions Club Members Visit MW4K!
"Where there's a need, there's a Lion!" Rod and his daughter Jennie from the Central Lake Lions Club visited Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc today since they have both donated hair in support of the kids we serve and...
Come Celebrate With Us!
The countdown continues! Our 20th Anniversary Gala for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is our signature event - an incredible evening where we celebrate the kids & families we cherish. You're invited to join us! Gather your family...
More VR 4 Kids Program Pilot Progress!
Our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc continues! We gather helpful feedback, videos and photos of our wig recipients enjoying & benefiting from this immersive technology which is shared with our partners...
myWalgreens Rewards Help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
We’re participating in the myWalgreens donation program in which you can donate your myWalgreens cash rewards to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. At Walgreens, you’ll earn unlimited 1% Walgreens Cash rewards when you shop and you...
Meet Cecily, One of Our Wig Recipients!
Meet Cecily! She is one of our wig recipients who is bravely fighting brain cancer. Cecily was referred by one of the 8 hospitals in Michigan that provide pediatric oncology. When Cecily visited our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness...
Silent Auction is Open!
We’re excited to announce we’re just one month away from our 20th Anniversary Gala which is the biggest celebration of the kids we serve and one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Our silent auction is LIVE online and there are some...
A Special Message from Josie's Family
We were thrilled to read this email today from our wig recipient Josie's family who received her custom wig that we ordered for her. This is the joy we strive to create with our program:
"We just love the new wig! It’s so beautiful...
Thank You, White Castle Volunteer Team!
Our 20th Anniversary Gala is a month away and we're fortunate to have wonderful volunteers helping us prepare! White Castle general managers Brittney, Troy, Denise and Cassandra gave of their time & talent today to organize special prizes...
Kroger Community Rewards: May-July 2023
Thank you, Kroger Community Rewards members! Choosing Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to benefit from a portion of proceeds from your shopping trip is an easy, cost-effective way for you to help us continue our mission! Each quarter,...
Party with a Purpose!
There's an exciting beauty industry event coming up! Windsor Beauty Supply and Schwarzkopf Professional are hosting Party with a Purpose on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 from 5-9 pm at Windsor Beauty Supply's location on Middlebelt Road in...
Detroit Zoo with UAW Local 160
A special thanks to Home of UAW Local 160 for providing 100 tickets to the Detroit Zoo! Our wig recipients & families, board members, staff, volunteers and hair donors were invited to enjoy a delicious luncheon and visit to see the zoo's...
July 2023 Facebook & Instragram Donors
A special thanks to our summertime Facebook & Instagram supporters who made contributions to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan during the month of July. These caring individuals donated through birthday fundraisers, and we appreciate that...
Nutrition & Healthy Meal Planning Class
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
Prepare those chef hats...we're hosting a healthy meal planning & nutrition cooking class on Saturday, August 19, 2023 - 10:00 am at our Wellness Center in St. Clair Shores!
In this...
Selfridge Firefighters 2023 Golf Outing
Heartfelt thanks to Chief Howard and Chief Ross & all the Selfridge Firefighters for their love and support of our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program over the years through their annual golf outing. They have now become our biggest...
Brothers Michael & Robert Donate Hair
Michael and Robert enjoyed sharing a hair donation experience today at Go Green Salon located inside our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center. The journey started with one brother growing his hair out for donation, which inspired...
Birmingham Metropolitan Women's Club Visit
The Birmingham Metropolitan Women's Club is always looking for ways to increase the community service work they do. We were invited to share information about Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc this morning during their monthly meeting....
Grounds For Belief Community Church Picnic
Grounds For Belief Community Church is a small, starter, non-denominational church in our hometown of St. Clair Shores that supports Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc by raising awareness & funds for our program. We attended their annual...
International Alopecia Day 2023
Today is International Alopecia Day and 35% of the children we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc have alopecia; an auto-immune disorder where the body's immune system misperceives a threat, attacks the hair follicles and causes...
Shores Magazine Covers Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
The Shores Magazine is a great publication in our hometown community and this is our 2nd time receiving media coverage from their team! We thank them for choosing us to feature for a special nonprofit section in their upcoming October/November...
FLAME Becomes Galaxy Star Members
Our friends at FLAME Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical visited our Wellness Center and became Galaxy Star members with their $500 donation! With that level of support, they receive 2 complimentary tickets to our 20th Anniversary Gala and...
Explore Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
If you own or are employed by a business, participating in corporate sponsorship is a great way to build brand recognition and help a good cause! Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc invites you to explore corporate sponsorship opportunities...
FLAME Cares Charity Contest Winner!
Thank you to everyone who voted for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in the FLAME Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical FLAME Cares contest during the month of July - we are $500 recipients from the kindness & generosity of this...
GTS Open House!
A fabulous evening at the Detroit Athletic Club with our friends from Global Telecom Solutions!! They hosted their annual open house to celebrate clients, vendors & sponsors and recognize the key people who make their work possible in the...
GM Car Show 2023!
Another amazing event! The team at General Motors hosts an annual employee car show with a portion of proceeds from donations collected being gifted to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. We thank the GM volunteers who helped gather funds!...
Cut-a-thon with Retired Lt. Firefighter Dawn Murphy
Congratulations to retired Lt. Firefighter Dawn Murphy on a successful fundraiser for Great Lakes Burn Camp for Kids and cut-a-thon for our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program! Every 3 years, Dawn shaves her head to support both...
We Celebrate Brave Barbies During Barbie Week!
In honor of #barbieweek we're sharing a special shoutout for our Brave Barbies that were donated to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc so we can gift them to wig recipients in our program who are experiencing hair loss. Veronica, our...
Jasmine Finishes Treatment & Celebrates Her Bell Ringing!
We are always happy to hear when our wig recipients have the opportunity to ring the bell after they finish their cancer treatment! Congratulations to our Jasmine, who just celebrated her bell ringing this past week after bravely fighting leukemia!...
Charity Navigator Awards Us Highest Rating!
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is excited to announce we have received a new acknowledgement for the work we do to help the kids of Michigan at no charge!
Charity Navigator states, “This charity's score is 100%, earning it...
We’ll Be in Grand Rapids Next Week!
We connect with the 8 hospitals in Michigan that provide pediatric oncology every year and recently met with the team at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital via Zoom. Our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney will be in Grand Rapids next week and...
CeCe Donates Her Hair
Meet Cordelia (CeCe), who just chose to donate her hair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Her mom writes, “CeCe just turned 8 and her favorite show is “Alexa and Katie” on Netflix that deals with childhood cancer, hair...
Show Your Support with MW4K Merchandise!
We have lots of items in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc merchandise collection for you to show your support for the kids we serve! Shown below are a few ideas. Make sure to visit our website for a full listing - you can purchase items...
Emaline Enjoys a Tea Party!
Our wig recipient Emaline and her family returned to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc for a wig maintenance appointment which is included in our scope of services. We treated Emaline and her sister to a princess tea party during their visit...
Business of the Month: Maloof Jewelry & Gifts
Maloof Jewelry & Gifts has supported our program for the last 15 years. They donate beautiful, high-end jewelry for our live and silent auctions every year for our signature annual gala. Harry Thompson, owner and friend of
Maggie's Wigs 4...
Thank You to our June 2023 Facebook & Instagram Donors
A special thanks to Brian Breznai, Colleen Bishop, Dylan Hardy, Mandi Dickelman and Patti Conn who made contributions through birthday fundraisers on Facebook to benefit Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. With a click of a button, they made a...
Selfridge Firefighters Field Trip 2023
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
We're excited to announce we've been invited to the Selfridge Firehouse (inside Selfridge Air National Guard Base) for a summer fun field trip on
Friday, August 4th,...
Danna Joins VR 4 Kids Pilot Program
We are thrilled to have the continued support of partners in the VR (virtual reality) sector for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan VR 4 Kids Program Pilot. Danna is one of our teenage wig recipients who has bravely fought Ewing’s...
Please vote in Flame Cares Competition
Our thanks to FLAME Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical who chose us as one of their charities of choice for Flame Cares! Each month, three local causes compete for a chance to win a $500 prize based on whichever receives the most votes. The...
We Request Sugar Free Treats
At our 20th Anniversary Gala this September, we are planning on making the Sugar Free Station in our Sweet Treat Area more robust than ever before! We are looking for an assortment of individually wrapped sugar free candy donations. Some great...
Happy 4th of July 2023!
Happy 4th of July everyone! Whether you’re enjoying a festival, BBQing on the grill, or simply spending quality time with your loved ones, our team at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan hopes you’re having a great holiday. Be safe...
Elliot's 4th Time Donating Hair!
Elliot is a kind-hearted boy who has generously donated his hair 4 times to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! He personally visited
Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center to have his haircut onsite so he could see the difference...
Congratulations to Bob our UPS Driver
For 13 years now, Bob has been one of our regular delivery personnel at UPS; bringing in hair donation packages and wig supplies daily. He is always pleasant and has a smile on his face. Bob has decided to retire, and we congratulate him on a great...
FLAME Cares Voting Contest - Help Us Win $500!
It's time for another round of FLAME Cares! Each month, three local causes will compete for a chance to win a $500 prize based on whichever receives the most votes.
The group with the most support will be presented with a check for $500....
Thank You, Tyrone Elementary School!
Today we give a special shoutout to Ms. Doakes, the staff and 3rd – 5th grade students at Tyrone Elementary School in Harper Woods, MI. They participated in an empathy project since many families have been touched directly or indirectly by...
Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets for Sale
Who wants a chance to win $1,000? In our pre-gala raffle, purchase tickets for $10 each and you could win $1,000 cash prize and help provide 9 wigs for Michigan children in need! The drawing and winner will be announced at our 20th Anniversary Gala...
Congratulations to Tyler our Finance Intern
Congratulations to Tyler who just completed his finance internship at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! We offer professional skill-building experiences at our Wellness Center and work with a variety of colleges & universities to...
Our Kids & Families Enjoy Our Enchanted Tea Room
We have a lot of fun experiences at our Wellness Center for our wig recipients & families - including tea parties in our Enchanted Tea Room where they enjoy life celebrations: birthdays, graduations, end of chemo parties and more!...
Look At These Beautiful Hair Donations!
Look at all this long, beautiful hair!!! We have been gathering it to make wigs and hair hats for our wig recipients at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. Hair grows about half an inch a month, so it takes around 2 years to reach the minimum...
Heartfelt Story: Gemma our new Wig Recipient!
Heartfelt story from one of our newest kids; Gemma who is experiencing alopecia. She received a wig and a hair hat during her visit to our Wellness Center. Her mom Do-Hee shared how much our services mean to her family: "I just wanted to let...
Mirepoix Kids Cooking Camp
We’re excited to be sending one of our wig recipients to Mirepoix Cooking School for Kids Cooking Camp in July! They’ll learn unique world cuisine recipes during this 4-day experience. This is part of our efforts to expand upon our...
Planned Giving Opportunities
Planned giving to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is an opportunity to build your legacy as you invest in our mission with a generous financial gift that will have a profound impact on the lives of the children & families we serve....
Happy Father's Day 2023
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc wishes a Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there and to those who are father figures to others. Fathers hold their children's hands for a while, and their hearts for a...
Billboard Coverage from 5 Star Outdoor
A big shoutout to 5 Star Outdoor for their generosity in donating billboard space to help us raise awareness of our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program! We currently have 3 designs running in the Brownstown, MI area so we can connect with...
Subscribe to our Monthly Newsletters
Our monthly newsletter will be released soon. Are you on our mailing list? Subscribe today to receive our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc newsletter delivered right to your inbox. It features stories from Michigan children & families...
Cleanbox Helps Keep our VR Headsets Sanitized & Safe
From our supporters at VRforHealth comes this comprehensive update on how we keep our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot headsets safe & sanitized for our wig recipients to enjoy at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc
An essential component of...
Registered Beauty Industry Supporters
We’re fortunate to have the love & support of the beauty industry with over 1,000 registered salons, cosmetologists and cosmetology schools involved with our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. They volunteer to style wigs,...
Our Bears are all dressed up for the Gala!
More 20th Anniversary Gala preparations! Our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc bears are all dressed up and ready for the party. These fuzzy friends will be on display in our Sweet Treat Area which is filled with candy, cupcakes, cookies,...
Hair hats & other options in Hair Restoration
At Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan we have fun colorful wigs, hats, beanies and hair hats for our wig recipients to wear as an additional option in hair restoration.
Sara, one of the cosmetologists at Go Green Salon located inside...
Garden & Grounds Maintenance-Thank You, Volunteers!
Today we had the help of wonderful volunteers at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc who assisted with our raised therapy garden and grounds maintenance. We don't do this work alone and we appreciate the caring individuals who donate their...
Helping the Self-Esteem of Children
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc works with all 8 hospitals throughout the state of Michigan that provide pediatric oncology and serve all children they refer to us. We also partner with burn clinics, dermatologists, pediatricians, etc. All...
Beanies from Shanfields-Meyers Jewellery & China Shop
Beanies, beanies, everywhere! Heartfelt gratitude to Shanfields-Meyers Jewellery & China Shop in Windsor for their incredible generosity. They made a donation of 520 beanie babies to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, and we will be...
Lily, Our Angel
We check in periodically on the kids in our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program and just found out today that one of our wig recipients Lily has become an angel. Our thoughts & prayers are with her family-it is an honor &...
Kids Heal Through Support Services
Through our support services at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc, our wig recipients are able to make new friends with other children who are experiencing similar health challenges leading to hair loss as they heal together. We offer a wide...
Thank You, May Facebook & Instagram Donors
A special thanks to all of our amazing Facebook and Instagram donors in the month of May who dedicated their birthdays or held a fundraiser to support our wig recipients while they’re journeying through a health challenge. $435 was raised for...
DADI Golf Outing
Golf outings are a good way to have fun, gather friends, family & business associates together for a great cause. The Shores House is hosting their annual golf outing and chose Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as one of their charities of...
Katelyn Donates Hair Every 2 Years
Kudos to Katelyn for donating her beautiful hair every 2 years since kindergarten! She is now a senior in high school and came in to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to donate her hair again. Her heart to help other kids is evident in her...
Our First Harvest of the season in Our Raised Therapy Garden
We're celebrating our first harvest in our raised therapy garden! Delicious lettuce, spinach, onions and more are ready to eat through this farm-to-table concept where our wig recipients & families have a hands-on approach to learning about...
Christine from High Level Marketing Donates Hair
Meet Christine from High Level Marketing! She donated her hair to be made into a beautiful wig for a child in our program. HLM designed our website: www.wigs4kids.org and they continue to support Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan with marketing...
Mecosta-Osceola Hair Drive - 488 Ponytails!
Wow! Mecosta-Osceola Career Center hosted a Hair Drive from February 1 – 14, 2023 and just sent in 488 ponytails. That’s enough to make 48 wigs for Michigan children in need. This event was a student-led hair drive through the...
St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade 2023
The 70th Annual St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade is the largest volunteer-led Memorial Day Parade in the Midwest. It steps off at 1:00 pm on Sunday, May 28, 2023 along Jefferson Avenue at 9 Mile traveling north to 11 Mile.
This year’s...
Know a child in need? Refer them!
Know the numbers: According to the American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO), 1 in 285 children in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 20. Roughly 50% of the Michigan children we serve have cancer and Maggie’s...
#2352 Local Painters Union 1M
#2352 Local Painters Union 1M are generous supporters of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Ray and his coworker Jimmy donated their time & talent by volunteering to repaint interior sections of our Wellness Center yesterday. What a great...
Growing Our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot
Our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc continues to grow and we are expanding the amount of VR headsets we have available to our wig recipients who are experiencing cancer to help them with pain management &...
Teacups for our Gala
Heartfelt thanks to Sonja who serves on our Advisory Board and has given of her time & resources to gather teacups with her daughter. They will be utilized in our princess tea party at our 20th Anniversary Gala on Friday, September 15, 2023 -...
Get Your Pre-Gala Tickets!
Who wants a chance to win $1,000? In our pre-gala raffle, purchase tickets for $10 each and you could win $1,000 cash prize and help provide 9 wigs for Michigan children in need! The drawing and winner will be announced at our 20th Anniversary Gala...
Walsh College Spring Career Fair 2023
Tonight, we attended the Walsh College Spring Career Fair to share information with their students about possible future career opportunities with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. We thank Walsh for inviting us each year to participate in...
Douglas J Aveda Spring Career Fair 2023
Thank you, Douglas J Aveda Institute Royal Oak for including Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in your Spring Career Fair! We met many future cosmetologists, estheticians and nail technicians who are looking to make a difference in the...
Voyager VR by Little Seed - 2nd Demo!
On Saturday, Maddox, one of our kids who is bravely fighting brain cancer returned to our Wellness Center for another VR experience in our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot. Maddox is learning how to navigate and have fun with the Voyager headset by...
Happy Mother’s Day 2023
Happy Mother’s Day from all of us here at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! This is a special day to celebrate our mothers and all the caring women in our lives who are like mothers to others. Thank you for all you...
Kroger Community Rewards Help Our Kids
Thank you to the 108 households who supported Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc by shopping through Kroger Community Rewards! $322 was raised to help our wig recipients & families. To register if you aren’t part of the Community...
Thank You, Grace & Jill - Great Volunteers!
Grace & her mom Jill recently volunteered at our Wellness Center to help us with several projects; example: preparing all of our beautifully-decorated raffle jars for our 20th Anniversary Gala that will be held Friday, September 15, 2023 - 6:00...
Team Collier Volunteers from White Castle
We love #TeamCollier - our wonderful volunteers from White Castle returned to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to help us prepare tea party gifts for our guests that will attend our 20th Anniversary Gala. We enjoyed lunch and fellowship...
Holy Martyrs Church 6th Annual Cut-a-thon a Success
A special thank you to Evon and Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church for hosting their 6th annual Cut-A-Thon in support of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. It was great to see so many smiling returning faces and meet new caring individuals...
Multimedia Makeup Academy Visit
Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX sent one of their instructors and students to learn more about our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. We explored various types of wigs we offer our recipients, cap...
Coy & Team at SAS Interior Modules Host Fundraiser
Today’s heartwarming story: Coy recently volunteered his time at
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, serving as our backup handyman and assisting where needed. He truly loves the cause and shared our mission in his workplace: SAS Interior...
Mom & Daughter, Lisa and Olivia Donate Hair
Mom & daughter duo Lisa and Olivia chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to donate their hair so they could help us create more wigs for children losing their hair due to cancer, alopecia, trichotillomania or other disorders. Together,...
Macomb Business Awards: Small But Mighty Award!
We are excited to announce Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as the recipient of a 2023 Macomb Business Award in the “Small But Mighty” category! The Macomb Business Awards honor outstanding organizations throughout the...
Thank You, April 2023 Facebook & Instagram Donors
$2,462 was raised in April by our very generous Facebook & Instagram donors! The funds will help us continue providing wigs & support service classes, social activities, field trips & counseling to our wig recipients & families...
Announcing Galaxy Digital - Our New Volunteer Site!
We are excited to announce we have transitioned to a new volunteer platform through Galaxy Digital! If you would like to learn more about how to become a volunteer with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc, view opportunities to give back and...
Join Our Sweet Treat Committee!
Calling all sweet tooths!
We are in need of volunteers in a leadership capacity to join our Sweet Treat Area committee. This committee supports one of our most desired attractions during our annual Gala – an entire room filled with sweet...
Craft Cosmetology Visits Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
It was so exciting to have students in from Craft Cosmetology School to share their passion for joining the beauty industry and learn more about our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. We talked about the various types of wigs we offer...
Calling Princesses & Superheroes!
We recently had a great meeting with the professional team at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital – they are one of the 8 hospitals we work with throughout Michigan that provide pediatric oncology, and we service all children referred from...
Newsletter Sign-Ups
Stay up-to-date on stories from kids we serve, events & other opportunities to support them by signing up for our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc newsletters! It's quick, convenient and we don't sell or share your information....
WXYZ Channel 7 Detroit: Compassion Project with Bates Academy
We thank WXYZ Detroit Channel 7 for providing media coverage of our compassion project in partnership with Bates Academy. 5th-8th grade students who are part of a pre-med club and are aspiring doctors were led by teacher Rolanda Mathews in a...
We're Hiring a Social Worker!
We’re excited to announce we’re hiring and seeking a social worker to help meet the emotional, social & psychological needs of our wig recipients & families at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. This kind & caring...
FOX2Detroit: Compassion Project with Bates Academy
We thank FOX2Detroit for providing media coverage of our compassion project in partnership with Bates Academy. 5th-8th grade students who are part of a pre-med club and are aspiring doctors were led by teacher Rolanda Mathews in a compassion project...
6th Annual Cut-a-thon at Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church
Thinking about donating your hair? Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church is hosting their 6th Annual Cut-a-thon for Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan in a few weeks! The event will be held inside the church located at: 43700 Merrill Road,...
Happy Earth Day 2023!
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is happy to celebrate Earth Day today! Our commitment to giving back to our planet includes recycling hair donations into wigs that help the children in our communities. We can all do something that contributes...
Compassion Project: Bates Academy Gifts Wig to Dilynn
Through a compassion project headed by teacher Rolanda Mathews, Bates Academy 5th – 8th grade students who aspire to be doctors and are part of the “Junior White Coats” pre-med program, have learned about hair loss & helped...
Garden Committee Volunteers Needed
Now that our wig recipients have completed our first planting of spinach, lettuce, garlic, onions & potatoes, we need assistance with maintaining & nurturing our raised therapy garden for our kids & families! We're looking for...
Heartfelt Thanks to Our Volunteers During National Volunteer Week
With April 16-22 marking National Volunteer Week, we would like to take this time to thank our wonderful volunteers for their donations of time, talent & treasure.
They are caring individuals who support us in a wide variety of fields:...
Collin Joins our VR 4 Kids Program Pilot
Collin is a new child in our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program who has been bravely fighting cancer for 10 years. His sister decided to donate her beautiful hair in his honor, so the family visited our Wellness Center for her haircut...
GFL Makes Generous Donation as a Corporate Sponsor!
Our friends from GFL returned to our Wellness Center today bearing a gift! They presented our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program with a $5,000 donation. They have become corporate sponsors and will be volunteering to help with security...
Facials Class this Saturday!
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
Did you know that some of the ingredients that are a part of your favorite breakfast can be used to make a mask for a facial? Join us in using yogurt, avocado, honey, oatmeal, banana, and orange to make...
Happy Easter 2023!
Our team at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter and wish you a wonderful celebration with your family & friends.Our team at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan would like to wish everyone a Happy...
Nearly 4,000 hair donations in the 1st Quarter!
We are so fortunate to receive hair donations from caring individuals in 66 countries around the world. In the first quarter of 2023, we have already been sent close to 4,000 hair donations - wow! Thank you all for choosing Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids...
March 2023 Facebook & Instagram Donors
Social media gives us all the opportunity to connect with loved ones and share what’s important to us. It provides a convenient way to raise awareness & funds for our favorite causes. A special thanks to the following individuals for...
Paula's New Bike!
We have a new friend named Paula who stopped by to inquire if we were hiring or if there were opportunities to volunteer. We learned that due to her physical disabilities and epilepsy, she can’t drive, and her bike is her only means of...
Bunny Balloons
Renee Johnson of Mirror Me Moments Photobooth was recommended to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan by our Finance Director, Christina. She makes adorable pre-filled bunny balloons for Easter and generously donated 4 of them for our Wellness...
Balloon Bloom's Easter Balloon Donation!
Our friend Katelyn at Balloon Bloom saw our Easter decorations and generously stepped up to donate a kid-friendly & festive balloon arch! We absolutely love it and are excited to have her return to our Wellness Center – she previously...
Christopher Mascaro's Cuts 4 Cash
Chris is a returning hair donor to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan who made his first contribution to our program in 2019. He is hosting a Cuts 4 Cash fundraiser to collect pledges per inch of hair he donates this year. Chris’ goal is...
Mira Completes Finance Internship
Congratulations to Mira who just finished her finance internship at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! She traveled from Ukraine to complete her master’s degree in accounting at Walsh College and will be moving out of state. We wish her...
GFL Donates Volunteer Time
It was a pleasure having a wonderful group from GFL Environmental in today to volunteer. We are so glad they chose Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity of choice! They’re hard workers who spent the afternoon traveling...
Paul Mitchell the School Farmington Hills
We had the honor of presenting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to the learning leaders and future professionals at Paul Mitchell The School Farmington Hills! Maggie our Founder & CEO shared her career in the beauty industry, the humble...
Dan & Marie Donate Hair - You Can Too!
Dan donated his hair in memory of a loved one. Marie donated her hair after reading a story about a girl experiencing hair loss. Both wonderful donors chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to be the beneficiary of their kindness &...
Happy St. Patrick’s Day 2023!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! We are so *lucky* to have such wonderful supporters like YOU who believe in the work we do for the kids of Michigan! Thank you for helping us continue our mission. Enjoy this...
Reminder: Walmart Spark for Good!
Dear Walmart Shoppers: Just a reminder…March is halfway through and we have an opportunity for you to support Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! Until March 31, 2023, Walmart is matching all Round Up Donations 2:1. Give back by rounding...
Thank You to Our Friends at Clinton Township Kiwanis
Many wonderful civic groups in the community have supported Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan since our humble beginnings. We are honored to call the Clinton Township Kiwanis friends; they have sponsored wigs for children in our Adopt-a-Kid...
Allie Tough!
Beautiful Allie is one of our wig recipients at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc who is bravely fighting cancer. People raised funds to support Allie along her journey and she chose to pay it forward; sponsoring 2 children's wigs in our...
Charity Madness with Diversified Members Credit Union
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is participating in Diversified Members Credit Union's Charity Madness, where eight local charities will compete head-to-head to see who can receive the most donations. Each charity will receive a...
Makeup Class Magic!
Our focus on skin care continued in our makeup class for MW4K wig recipients. It was jam-packed and everyone had a great time!
On Saturday we learned:
-Using a cryotherapy ice roller to reduce inflammation and promote optimal cell function...
Window Cleaner Needed!
We moved into our new Wellness Center 3 years ago and love this place as our home! We take tender care of it, so the Center is always nice for our wig recipients & their families. We’re in the process of looking for a window cleaner that...
Celebrating International Women's Day 2023!
Today, on International Women’s Day we celebrate women everywhere who strive to make a difference in their communities. 70% of the employees in the nonprofit sector are women and we are honored to be a woman-powered organization! Led by Maggie...
Kerry Donates Hair for Her 15th Birthday!
Let’s hear it for Kerry from Kentucky who celebrated her 15th Birthday and chose to donate her hair to our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program! This is not her first hair donation; she has donated before. Kerry sets a great example...
Make a Donation toward our Raised Therapy Garden
'Think Spring! It’s March and we’re in the midst of planning for our raised therapy garden planting season! This special area at our Wellness Center provides our kids & families a place to grow vegetables & herbs that they...
Janellyn and Carlie's Hair Research Project
Janellyn and Carlie are seniors at a local math, science and technology center. This past semester, they enrolled in a chemistry research project that compared varying flat iron temperatures and heat protectant sprays to determine the effect they...
Wig Recipients: Sign Up for our March Makeup Class
Dear Wig Recipients & Families: you are invited to our next makeup class on Saturday, March 11, 2023 – 2:00 pm at our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center. We will be learning more about skin care and how technology can...
Resiliency Award Winner!
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is excited to announce we are a “Resiliency Award Winner” through the Troy Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards presented by Horizon Bank! The Resiliency Award, sponsored by...
Walmart Round Up Supports Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
Dear Walmart Shoppers: We have an opportunity for you to support Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! Between March 1, 2023 and March 31, 2023, Walmart is matching all Round Up Donations 2:1. Give back by rounding up your change and donating the...
Emma's Hair Donation & Cards
Emma is precious! She is the sister of a special needs sibling and has a caring heart to help others. After watching a video about a child who had cancer, Emma was inspired to grow her hair out and donate it to support the kids in our program. Her...
We're Seeking An Art Therapist
As we develop our programming for our wig recipients & families throughout 2023, art therapy is always one of our most well-received activities. We’re seeking an art therapist to help facilitate a variety of art classes, including sand...
Norm, Retired Sergeant from Clinton Township PD Supports the Kids!
Through the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign, we are fortunate to connect with many caring individuals throughout the community. Norm is a retired police sergeant from Clinton Township Police Department that has supported our program for many years. Norm...
Thank You, Scott at Shear Pointe!
Scott is the owner of Shear Pointe Hair Restoration Center in Birmingham, MI and is a friend & supporter of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. He came in for a professional courtesy tour as he has not yet seen our new Wellness Center and...
Family Resources
Dear wig recipients & families: the nonprofit sector is all about collaboration and Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is fortunate to work alongside great organizations that can be wonderful resources as your child journeys through a health...
Thank You, Ryan for your Kind Words!
It was very nice to hear from Ryan, one of our wonderful hair donors who took the time to write a positive review about his experience with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and encourage others to donate their hair. The Kids & I Thank...
Kroger Community Rewards Nov 2022-Jan 2023
Kroger gives to so many community organizations and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is fortunate to be one of them. If you shop at Kroger, you can support us too! Register for Kroger Community Rewards at no cost and watch the donations add...
Greeting Cards from Cub Scouts Pack #92
A greeting card is one of the easiest ways to bring a smile to someone’s face and we are so grateful to the Cub Scouts Pack #92 for decorating cards to send to our wig recipients, who are often in the hospital or home-bound. Roughly 50% of the...
Paul Mitchell The School Visit
A few weeks ago, I had the wonderful opportunity to present at Paul Mitchell the School Sterling Heights. These are future professionals interested in hair restoration, and they decided to make a field trip out of visiting Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids...
Say Eye Love You Makeup Class Photos
Say Eye Love You! Our wig recipients had a great time in our Valentine’s Day makeup class. Eyebrows are the picture frame for the eye and we learned about different techniques; how to enhance and shape them.
We were working on creating...
Ryan, Superhero Hair Donor
Ryan is a real-life superhero! Not only has he acted in movies; such as being an extra in the Avengers, he was also diagnosed with a rare brain disorder a few years ago and needed life-saving surgery. Ryan understands how it feels to be affected by...
Gala Items Needed
Thank you to everyone who has dropped off items to feature in our raffle baskets as prizes for our upcoming 20th Anniversary Gala. We’re well over halfway there! We have many beautiful Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and toy baskets and...
Thank You to Our January 2023 Facebook & Instagram Donors
A special thank you to our January Facebook & Instagram donors! These caring individuals use social media to make a difference; dedicating birthdays and making monetary gifts to support the kids. Please join us in acknowledging the following...
World Cancer Day
Saturday, February 4th marks World Cancer Day - a positive movement for everyone, everywhere to unite under one voice to face one of our greatest challenges in history: cancer. Roughly 50% of the children we serve at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of...
Abner Family Hair Donations
Heartfelt thanks to Kristen, Hannah and George who donated their hair in honor and in memory of loved ones who faced leukemia. They truly understand the importance of this program. Mom Kristen shared photos and said "It was time for family...
Say Eye Love You Makeup Class
Dear wig recipients & families, our next makeup class is a Valentines theme and will be held Saturday, February 11th – 2:00 pm at the Wellness Center. We’ll be learning about the newest trend in makeup called “barely-there...
White Castle Team Collier Triumphs!
Go White Castle - Team Collier! Headed by District Supervisor Cheryl Collier who serves as Vice Chair of our Board of Directors, Team Collier is made up of caring individuals who raise awareness & funds throughout the year to help the kids in...
Paul Mitchell the School Great Lakes Visit
Thank you, Paul Mitchell the School Great Lakes for the opportunity to connect with learning leaders & future professionals today! We presented information about hair restoration and how each person in the beauty industry has the power to make a...
We Love Our Joanie!
I had the pleasure & privilege of spending the afternoon with our Joanie who is a dear friend, loyal client, and key donor. If it were not for the Wayne and Joan Webber Foundation, MW4K would not be here today. She has always been our guardian...
Meet Amelia, our new Wig Recipient!
What a cutie! Amelia is turning 3 in April and started experiencing alopecia after having COVID-19. Her mom reached out to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan for support and we were able to provide Amelia with a wig. She loved having hair as you...
We Are Seeking a Master Gardener
Think spring! Even with all the snow out there in Michigan, spring will be on its way in just a few months, and we will be getting our Raised Therapy Garden ready for planting season. We’re seeking a master gardener to volunteer their time...
WXYZ Interview about Makeup & Skin Care Services
A special thanks to WXYZ Channel 7 / TV20 Detroit for interviewing our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney about our new & expanded makeup and skin care programming at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Watch our segment and learn more about...
Troy Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award Nominee
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is excited to announce we are a
“Resiliency Award Nominee” through the Troy Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards presented by Horizon Bank! The Resiliency Award recognizes organizations &...
Winter Wonderland
It’s a winter wonderland here in Michigan! Everyone be safe and stay warm inside until this winter storm passes. It’s a great opportunity to spend time with your loved ones - have a family game night, watch a fun movie or just enjoy...
Guidestar 2023 Platinum Award
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is committed to transparency and today we were renewed with a 2023 Platinum Award from Guidestar by Candid; a charity watchdog that monitors & reports on nonprofit financials & programming metrics. This...
Charlie Donates Her Beautiful Hair!
How cute is Charlie? She just donated her long hair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to make another child feel more confident about their appearance. Her mom Kayla writes, “Charlie was so excited to get her hair cut for the kids and...
Macomb Chamber Member Spotlight
What a wonderful resource the Macomb County Chamber is to our community. Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has been a proud member since 2011 and today we received a special visit from Caterina, a Chamber intern who interviewed Maggie, our...
Harper Strong
A special shout-out to our wig recipient Harper - what an inspiration she is to all of our kids! Harper is bravely facing cancer and she’s a fighter. Every time she gets knocked down from side effects of treatment or illness, she gets right...
UAW Local 160 Continues to Support Our Program
UAW Local 160 has been supporting Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as one of their charities of choice for the last 8 years. They host an annual car show and golf outing, with a portion of proceeds being donated to our program. UAW members...
New Look, New You, New Year Class a Success!
Our first class, New Look-New You for the New Year was a great success! First, our wig recipients created vision boards out of magazine clippings. They talked about goals they would like to achieve in beauty & fashion yet this was also a...
Delanie, Our Angel
Every day, we see children throughout the state of Michigan who are bravely fighting cancer. They teach us so much about life. Delanie was a 13-year old warrior who got her wings. Our thoughts & prayers are with her family – we are so...
Joey Donates His Hair!
We love our hair donors! You help us make our mission of providing wigs to the children of Michigan at no charge a reality. Joanne writes, "Joey sent his hair in November for your organization. He was so proud to grow it out and donate it. His...
Meijer Chesterfield Helps the Kids!
Meijer Chesterfield is a great example of a business in our local communities that uses its success to help others. They generously chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to receive a $5,000 donation to help us continue serving the children...
18,533 Hair Donations in 2022!
In 2022, an AMAZING amount of 18,533 hair donations were sent to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc from 66 countries around the world to help us continue making beautiful custom wigs for the children we serve. HEARTFELT...
Jonah Donates His Hair to Help the Kids!
Let's hear it for Jonah who just donated his rare red hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Our program is all about kids helping kids. Jonah's mom Tricia writes, "Thank you for your kindness and inspiring my son, Jonah and...
Repurposing Items for Raffle Baskets
Happy New Year! January is here and we're starting to put together raffle baskets for our 20th Anniversary Gala. We have lots of baskets to put prizes in and are seeking donated items to complete them. We take items all year yet especially now...
Happy New Year 2023
Heartfelt thanks to our supporters who made 2022 a successful year of serving the children of Michigan. All of your donations of time, talent & treasure certainly add up and make a profound difference in the lives of our kids! Here’s...
Kinslee's Holiday Sponsorship
Our sweet Kinslee is 6 years old and has alopecia. She visited Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to enjoy a holiday gift sponsorship from our friends at Variety - the Children's Charity of Detroit. Kinslee and family had hot cocoa &...
Meet Aleena; one of our Wig Recipients!
What a great visit we had today with Aleena, one of our wig recipients! She bravely fought cancer in 2014 and now is doing well. We are always happy to hear when our kids are feeling better. Her little sister Leah donated her hair today to pay it...
Sterling Heights Police Event & Toy Donation
We support our local police departments and thank them for a successful Pigs 4 Wigs campaign this year. We have been gifted an abundance of toys and the Sterling Heights Police have upcoming events, so we dropped off a box of toys to share! Please...
Emma's 4th Time Donating Hair!
Meet Emma: this sweet girl has donated her hair 4 times to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan in 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. She is always excited to pay it forward and help her peers. Emma is friends with Payton, a wig recipient in our program...
Happy Holidays 2022!
We wish you a happy, healthy & safe holiday season from all of us here at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. We will be closed Saturday, December 24, 2022 – Monday, December 26, 2022 to celebrate the holiday and will reopen on...
Madison's Holiday Sponsorship with Variety Children's Charity Detroit
Our sweet wig recipient Madison who has alopecia was chosen by Variety - the Children's Charity of Detroit to be sponsored for the holidays and they fulfilled the items on her wish-list. She enjoyed a special visit to our Wellness Center with...
Balloon Bloom Donates Festive Balloon Garland for our Enchanted Tea Room!
How festive is our Enchanted Tea Room? Thanks to our new friend & supporter Katelyn from Balloon Bloom, we have a beautiful holiday balloon garland to decorate this area in our Wellness Center so our kids have a fun & exciting space to enjoy...
Jayme Holiday Sponsorship with Sonya, Family & Schrieber Agency
Heartfelt gratitude to our Advisory Board member Sonya Kory, her family and Mr. Schrieber of American Income Life: Schrieber Agency for generously choosing one of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc wig recipients for holiday sponsorship....
Kaediya & Family Holiday Sponsorship
Meet Kaediya, one of our wig recipients at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! She is 17 years old and bravely fighting leukemia. Her family was chosen to be sponsored for the holidays by our Event Coordinator Mildred and Kaediya also...
Portage Department of Public Safety Pigs 4 Wigs
Another job well done by the Portage Department of Public Safety! They are one of many local police departments that participated in our 10th Anniversary of the No-shave November "Pigs 4 Wigs" campaign. They are sponsoring 2 children's...
Northeast Detroit Lions Club Spearheads Holiday Dinners
The Northeast Detroit Lions Club have supported Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc since our humble beginnings. Every year, Jim Williams spearheads a holiday dinner sponsorship for several families in our program with help from his fellow...
Zayd - Our Newest Kid!
Zayd is one of our newest kids at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc since he is experiencing alopecia; an auto-immune disorder causing hair loss. Every new child in our program receives a welcome bag full of comfort items to assist them as...
Our Teams Celebrating the Holiday
Our team is celebrating the holidays together and another successful year of serving the children of Michigan. A special thanks to them for their hard work, dedication, commitment & support in helping our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan,...
Sterling Heights Police's Ongoing Support of Pigs 4 Wigs
A detective from the Sterling Heights Police Department who is also a cancer survivor personally visited our Wellness Center to deliver the funds raised from this year’s Pigs 4 Wigs campaign. She knows firsthand the difference our program...
Holiday Sponsorship from Andrea & Family
Andrea, Chris, Owen, John, Jillian & Sophia have been long-time supporters of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and sponsor a family every year for the holidays. This year, Jennifer our development director's family whose daughter...
South Lyon Pigs 4 Wigs
South Lyon Police Department held a successful Pigs 4 Wigs campaign this year, raising $950 to support the kids we serve! We thank them for their dedication & commitment every year as they have helped us many years through this initiative. They...
Jaki & Matthew Donate Hair!
Wow! What an amazing hair donation experience for Jaki and Matthew. They visited our Go Green Salon inside Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to help the kids. Jaki donated a total of 26 inches and Matthew donated 18. Jaki says,...
Variety the Children's Charity Detroit Sponsors Carena for the Holidays
Variety - the Children's Charity of Detroit has generously chosen several of our wig recipients & families to be sponsored for holiday gifts this season. Carena and her family enjoyed a visit to our Wellness Center: they sipped on hot cocoa,...
Alice's Family Receives Holiday Gifts
Alice is a child who first came to our program in 2018 & received a wig while bravely fighting cancer. While her cancer is in remission, she continues to face the long-term side effects of her treatment plan. We held our holiday party earlier...
Elise Receives a New Wig
Our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Princess Elise who is bravely fighting cancer received a new wig to wear while her hair grows back in. She’s also an aspiring future little cosmetologist! Elise had so much fun styling mom’s...
Wolverine Lake Police Department Pigs 4 Wigs
Our first responders are incredible: they put their lives on the line daily to protect & serve, and many go beyond their call of duty to continue helping others. The Wolverine Lake Police Department & Chief Ellsworth have generously...
Entech Makes Generous Donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
Diane is an adult patient at Go Green Salon and was so impressed with the personalized care & services that she received; Diane chose to take information about Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan back to her employer Entech. They researched...
November Facebook & Instagram Donors
We’re always inspired by our wonderful Facebook & Instagram donors who commemorate and celebrate their birthdays by generously hosting fundraisers for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program. What better gift to give than...
Kroger Community Rewards from August-October 2022
Our Kroger shoppers help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan all year long. A portion of proceeds from each shopping trip is donated to our program at no additional cost to them now that they're registered with our charity through Kroger...
Holiday Cards For Sale
Our popular holiday cards are selling quickly! We have two designs left to choose from: Santa and Nutcracker. Featuring the delightful photography of Anne Nicolazzo, who serves on our Board of Directors and is our official photographer, you can send...
Pigs 4 Wigs at Fraser Department of Public Service
Wow! Way to go, Fraser Department of Public Safety for raising over $1600 during the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign! Sergeant Nagle personally delivered the funds which will help sponsor 2 children’s wigs & support services for the...
Holiday Makeup Class
Our wig recipients had a lot of fun getting out of their comfort zone with makeup in our “holiday look” class - we tried avant garde and holiday glam styles! A special thank you to Madison our celebrity makeup artist from Multimedia...
Gerald McKelvy Fundraiser
Our friend & supporter Gerald McKelvy is a cancer survivor and thriver! He’s been paying it forward by going out into the community to raise awareness, funds and collecting gift cards for families in our program. Through the efforts of...
Happy Thanksgiving 2022!
We have so much to be grateful for this year as we celebrate Thanksgiving: we’re honored & privileged to provide our services to the children of Michigan at no charge – we thank our families for trusting us to offer the highest level...
Donations from Halloween Hustle 5K Help the Kids!
Our friends at Fast Dog Timing and Race Management & Eastside Racing Company chose Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc as their charity of choice to partner with for the Halloween Hustle 5K Run/Walk. They recently sent in a generous $400...
10 Days Left for Pigs 4 Wigs
There are 10 days left in the 10th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign for Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! This fundraiser which runs from November 1 - December 1 helps raise awareness and funds so we can continue serving the children of Michigan at...
Holiday Shopping that Supports Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
While you're doing your holiday shopping this year, a portion of proceeds from your purchases can benefit Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Shop at the retailers featured here and you will be making a difference for the kids we serve! Make...
Annual Children's Holiday Party 2022
Dear wig recipients & families: our Annual Children's Holiday Party is being held Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 5-7 pm at the Wellness Center and will coincide with the SCS Holiday lights on wheels
Fadia's Hair Salon Donates 193 Ponytails!
What an amazing collection of 193 hair donations that were personally delivered from Fadia's Beauty Salon in Troy, MI who is a registered supporting salon with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Fadia categorized all of the beautiful...
Holiday Makeup Class
Dear wig recipients & families: our holiday makeup class is quickly approaching! This is the fifth workshop we've had in 2022 and we're excited to celebrate the season with you. Join us on Saturday, November 26th, 2022 - 2:00 pm at the...
CFC Roseville Agency Fair!
Another great Combined Federal Campaign today at the Roseville Post Office! Our Founder & CEO Maggie Varney of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc shared her heartfelt story about our program and thanked the postal workers for their...
National Philanthropy Day 2022
Today is National Philanthropy Day! It was first recognized in 1986 and offers everyone an opportunity to give back and help those in need. You can assist our mission of providing wigs & support services to Michigan children in need at no charge...
Thank You to Our October 2022 Facebook & Instagram Donors
We thank Facebook & Instagram for making it easy for our supporters to give. In October, $571 was donated to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to help us continue our mission of serving the children of Michigan. Please join us in...
2022 Holiday Toy Drive with Dollar General
Get into the spirit of giving: Several Dollar General stores are hosting a toy drive for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and you can help. Locations include Groesbeck in Clinton Township, Groesbeck in Mt. Clemens, Little Mack in St. Clair...
Happy Birthday Carena!
Happy Birthday Carena!! A special thank you to our donors who help make magical moments in our Enchanted Tea Room happen at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. We celebrate all kinds of special occasions like this one for our wig recipients...
Cassandra Donates Her Hair to Help the Kids
From Cassandra: "I did a thing today… I chopped off 10 inches of hair to donate to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! After Jackson got his first haircut I felt inspired to cut mine. I was going to cut 5 inches but then realized...
SCS Police Union Donate to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Thank you, St. Clair Shores Police Union for making a generous donation to support our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program in your hometown! The police protect & serve and this contribution goes above and beyond all they do to help...
Thank You, Warren Kiwanis Club!
Thank you to our friends at the Warren Kiwanis Club for their hospitality and love for our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program today! We enjoyed sharing our mission with their members and the Kiwanis gave us a generous contribution of...
Gracelyn Donates Hair for the Third Time to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
How cute is our Gracelyn? She just donated her hair recently for the third time to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! She inspires other young people with her big heart to give back. Our program is all about kids helping...
Katie Donates for the 5th Time to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
Katie has been donating her hair to organizations for 16 years and 2022 marks her 5th donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! She had her hair cut at Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center and loves our cause! Katie's...
CFC Agency Kickoff Fairs
This week, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc was honored to participate in two agency kickoff fairs for the CFC (Combined Federal Campaign) at post offices in Farmington Hills & Macomb. This is the largest charitable giving initiative by...
23rd Annual Sands Bash Tickets Available
The 23rd Annual Sands Bash hosted by the Nautical Mile Committee is being held this Saturday, November 5th - 7:00 pm at Barrister Gardens in St. Clair Shores and Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc has been selected as the charity of choice to...
Happy Halloween 2022
Happy Halloween from all of us here at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! We hope you stay safe and enjoy a festive, spooky holiday today. Eat candy, make memories and dress up in your favorite...
Lions Club Making a Difference Through Donations!
Our thanks to Manchester Lions Club member Peggy and Vice District Governor Annette who visited our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center and brought lots of wonderful items for our wig recipients’ welcome bags that they...
Halloween Party Tour & Treat 2022 Photos
What a spooktacular time we had at our annual Halloween Party "Tour and Treat" at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Our wig recipients and families enjoyed Face Painting by Chantel, White Castle sliders & chicken rings,...
September Facebook & Instagram Donors
A special thanks to our September Facebook & Instagram donors! We just received a report for the month and $695 was raised through generous contributions from one of our wig recipient families and also supporters who were celebrating birthdays....
Halloween Hair Donation Transformation!
Megan had a lot of fun donating her hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! She went from long brown hair, to an emerald green transformation - just in time for Halloween! Her costume will be Beetlejuice so she asked the talented Go Green...
There's Still Time to Register for Halloween Hustle
There is still time to register for the Halloween Hustle 5K Run & Walk that is being held at Lake St. Clair Metropark this Sunday, October 30th. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is one of the charities of choice that will be benefiting...
AmazonSmile - A Cost-Effective Way to Support the Kids!
A special thank you to our AmazonSmile supporters! A portion of proceeds from shopping on Amazon Smile can be donated to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc when you choose us as your charity of choice. During the last quarter, our supporters...
Hair Donor Stories for 2023
In 2023, Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan will be celebrating our 20 Year Anniversary! We would like to highlight our wonderful hair donors each day of the year on our social media channels as you truly have an impact in the life of...
Our 4th Makeup Class a Great Success!
Today we held our 4th makeup class in a series at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! We focused on achieving different looks for lips & eyes with Mirabella Beauty and our celebrity makeup artist & wig recipient Madison from...
Reminder...Tour & Treat is Next Week!
Dear wig recipients & families: Our Tour & Treat Halloween Party is just one week away! Join us Friday, October 28, 2022 from 5-7 pm at the Wellness Center for a spooktacular celebration. Please RSVP to maggie@wigs4kids.org with names of...
Go Green Salon inside our Wellness Center is Hiring!
Go Green Salon located inside our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center in St. Clair Shores, MI is hiring! See our flyer for more details. Interested beauty industry professionals with a minimum 2 years experience can email...
First State Banksgiving
First State Bank is hosting their local "Banksgiving" campaign where they seek to honor the charitable organizations who work so hard on a day-to-day basis to make change in our communities. First State Bank will be awarding $30,000 this...
St. Clair Shores Rocks Surprise!
What a nice surprise to find a beautifully painted "heart" rock on our welcome bench in front of our Wellness Center at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! This random act of happiness was shared through the St. Clair Shores Rocks...
Team Collier Triumphs!
Way to go, Team Collier! Cheryl who serves as Vice President of our Board of Directors at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc visited our Wellness Center with 2 of her general managers: Brittany and Nathan to present funds previously raised at...
Feel Good Friday with Crum & Forster
Heartfelt thanks to our friends at: Crum & Forster for this #FeelGoodFriday post!
"It's another #feelgoodfriday here at C&F and this week we're celebrating Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc. Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids,...
Halloween Tour-and-Treat!
Dear wig recipients & families: Our annual Halloween Tour-and-Treat event has been scheduled for Friday, October 28th from 5-7 pm at our Wellness Center in St. Clair Shores, MI! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume, enjoy spooky sweets,...
Our Next Makeup Class: Eyes & Lips!
Dear wig recipients & families: we now have a date for our next makeup class focused on lips & eyes! Please join us Saturday, October 22nd at 3:30 pm inside the Wellness Center (30130 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082). Our celebrity...
Thank You, August Facebook & Instagram Donors!
We just received our report from Meta of the wonderful contributions made by our Facebook & Instagram donors during the month of August. Heartfelt gratitude to these caring individuals! $1,774 was raised to help Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of...
Music Shapes Workshop is Music to our Ears!
Dear wig recipients & families: enjoy making new friends & having fun with music in our Science of Sound workshop! This wonderful class will be hosted by Music Shapes Founder & CEO Jeanne Barrett at our Wellness Center on Saturday,...
Sponsor a Child's Hat this Season!
It's getting colder out with fall here in Michigan and winter on its way next. Your $10 donation can go a long way in sponsoring a warm hat for a child in our program. They'll stay cozy all season through your generosity! You can text GIVE...
2 Breakfast Tickets Left!
Dear wig recipients & families: we have 2 complimentary tickets left to the delicious Fall Country Breakfast being hosted by our friends & supporters at the Roseville Masonic Lodge on Sunday, October 2nd. The event is from 9am-1pm (27151...
Basket Raffle Winners Posted
Our basket raffle winners for our 19th Annual Gala have been posted. Please check the list to see if you are a winner and arrange a time this week to pick up your prize by calling our Wellness Center at 586-772-6656.
Congratulations and we look...
19th Annual Gala Program Flipbook
NEW! Our 19th Annual Gala program booklet is now available as a Flipbook online. This is a great way to learn more about our signature event of the year, programming for the kids we serve and all the wonderful people who help make our mission...
Music Shapes Class!
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. a "Science of Sound Workshop" will be hosted at our Wellness Center (30130 Harper Ave, St Clair Shores, MI 48082).
The Founder & CEO of Music Shapes,...
Complimentary Fall Country Breakfast Tickets
Dear wig recipients & families: thanks to our ongoing supporters; the Roseville Masons, we have complimentary fall country breakfast tickets available for Sunday, October 2nd. The event is from 9am-1pm at the Roseville Masonic Lodge (27151...
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Honored with Beautification Award
Our hometown City of St. Clair Shores has a Beautification Commission that works alongside the Mayor and City Council to acknowledge individuals & businesses who beautify their properties to help enhance the city’s image. For our beautiful...
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving Support Our Gala!
The team at College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving recently helped with moving all of our wonderful raffle items from storage to our Wellness Center so winners of the prizes at our 19th Annual Gala can visit and pick up their winning baskets. We...
Selfridge Firefighters - This Year's Biggest Corporate Sponsor
The Selfridge Firefighters are our largest corporate sponsor this year and we are honored they have chosen us as their charity of choice for so many years to benefit from their annual golf outing. With their funds, they have sponsored the build-out...
19th Annual Gala a Success!
Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to everyone who participated and made our 19th Annual Gala a success! You can watch the replay of our virtual event presented by AVL Creative at http://19thAnnualGala.GiveSmart.com - all basket raffle winners have...
Thank You, Silver Sponsors!
Our Silver Sponsors that we acknowledged at our 19th Annual Gala give through in-kind services all year round. We are honored to have their continued love & support of the kids we serve!
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Announcing our Bronze Sponsors!
Announcing our amazing Bronze Sponsors for our upcoming Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc 19th Annual Gala! The event is quickly approaching and will be held on Friday, September 16, 2022 virtually through http://19thAnnualGala.givesmart.com...
Thank You to Our Elite Sponsors!
Our 19th Annual Gala is this week! We are so excited for our signature event of the year in celebration of the kids & families we serve. We thank our Elite Sponsors for their support of our gala - please join us in acknowledging them for giving...
Thank You to our Friend-Level Sponsors
Today we acknowledge our Friend-Level Sponsors for our upcoming Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc 19th Annual Gala! These are businesses in the community with a heart to help us continue our mission of serving the children of...
Beanie Baby Delivery from Shanfields-Meyers
An AMAZING donation of beanie babies were gifted to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc by Shanfields-Meyers Jewellery & China Shop in Windsor, Ontario. Heartfelt thanks to Danielle, our wonderful volunteer from the nursing field who lives...
Texas Roadhouse Donates Goodie Bags for the Kids!
A special thanks to Texas Roadhouse in Roseville, MI for supporting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc with a generous donation of 100 goodie bags for wig recipients & guests to enjoy in our upcoming 19th Annual Gala's "Party in...
We Need Hot Chocolate Bombs
We are busy preparing for our upcoming 19th Annual Gala and will be gifting a Party in a Box for each of our wig recipients & guests! Inside is a teacup or mug to enjoy a cup of specialty tea or hot chocolate. Here’s where YOU can help: we...
Pre-Gala Silent Auction Closed
Our pre-gala silent auction for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is now closed - we'd like to thank everyone who participated and the winning bidders will be notified. Prizes will be available for pickup at our Wellness Center (30130...
More Fun in our Makeup Class!
Our wig recipients had a great time in our third makeup class focused on concealer, contour and cheeks. We utilized Mirabella Beauty makeup and learned from Miss Maggie and Madison, our guest makeup artist (who is also a wig recipient) from...
Last Call for our Pre-Gala Silent Auction!
This is the LAST CALL for our pre-gala silent auction! It ends Saturday, August 27th at midnight and there are so many prizes to win! We have a White Castle crave basket, Star Wars Lego set, and much more. This is a great way to support the kids!...
Agnesa Donates Her Hair
A special shout-out to Agnesa who visited Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc today to personally deliver her hair donation! She grew her beautiful, long hair out so she could help children in her community and our program is all about kids...
Stylists Needed for Sparrow Hospital Hair-a-Thon
The Children’s Center at Sparrow Hospital is hosting the 8th Annual Hair-a-Thon on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 9-noon at the Sparrow Plaza Building across the street from the main hospital in downtown Lansing. This is a fun, free,...
Allie's Spirit Sale Fundraiser
Meet Allie: she is one of the new kids in our program who received a wig as she bravely fights brain cancer. Allie & her family chose to host an "Allie Tough" Spirit Sale Fundraiser with Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc being...
Magic Show with Keri Kazz
Making magic: a special thank you to Keri Kazz, Bill Flonta and our wonderful magicians who hosted a magic show for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc at the Roseville Masonic Lodge. A great time was had by...
NASCAR Cup Series Race with Dylan
A special thank you to The NASCAR Foundation for sponsoring our wig recipient Dylan so he could watch the NASCAR Cup Series race at the Michigan International Speedway from VIP seats! We are grateful for their continued partnership with our program....
White Castle's Very Generous Donation!
White Castle has been a dear friend & supporter to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc for over 15 years. They are our #1 Corporate Sponsor! Cheryl Collier, District Supervisor of 9 White Castle stores spearheads Team Collier & came in...
2 Detroit Tigers Tickets Left
Wig recipients & families: we have 2 Detroit Tigers tickets left for the Wednesday, August 10th - 7:10 pm game against the Guardians at Comerica Park! Email maggie@wigs4kids.org or call 586-772-6656 with your request. First come, first served...
More Great Prizes in our Pre-Gala Silent Auction!
We have more great items available in our pre-gala silent auction for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc - please support a great cause and win some fabulous prizes! There are only a few weeks left to get your bids in. Start here:...
Young Eagles Airflights
Dear wig recipients & families: our field trip to the Young Eagles air flights is happening Saturday, August 13th between 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Ray Township Community Airport. If you would like to attend, please email maggie@wigs4kids.org We look...
Mt. Clemens Kiwanis Sponsor 2 Kids!
The Mt. Clemens Kiwanis support Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc as one of their charities of choice every year and it was our pleasure to attend a meeting this week to share updates on our growth. The Kiwanis members made a $2,000 donation...
Harmony & Christopher Donate Hair In Memory of Their Brother Dewy
What an inspiration: Harmony & Christopher had their hair cut & donated through Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center this week. This heartfelt contribution was made in loving memory of their brother Dewy who passed from cancer...
Macomb Daily Best of the Best
Heartfelt thanks to our wonderful supporters! Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is excited to announce that we were voted 1ST PLACE in the Macomb Daily's "Best of the Best" Awards under the category Best Charitable Organization...
Win Some Wonderful Prizes & Help the Kids!
Don't miss your chance to help us continue our mission while winning some wonderful prizes in our NEW pre-gala silent auction! It runs for only a few more weeks in August; please get your bids in. You can see a sampling of the auctions in this...
Magic Show with Keri Kazz!
We are thrilled to announce that celebrity magician Keri Kazz has chosen Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as his charity of choice to partner with for a magic show fundraiser on Friday, August 19, 2022 - 7:00 pm! There is limited room, we have...
Cereal City Lions Club Donations!
Our friends from the Cereal City Lions Club made a special trip to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to deliver a beautiful handmade quilt, colorful pillowcases and teacups for our wig recipients! The Lions volunteer year-round for service...
Detroit Tigers Tickets Available
Dear wig recipients & families: just a reminder...we have 20 Detroit Tigers tickets available for the Wednesday, August 10th - 7:10 pm game vs. the Guardians. If you would like to reserve tickets, please contact maggie@wigs4kids.org or call...
NEW: Pre-Gala Silent Auction
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is excited to announce this year, we are hosting a NEW pre-gala silent auction so you can bid on wonderful prizes prior to our signature event of the year. Here's a great way to help the kids - visit our...
Another Great Amazon Community Fair
We were back out at Amazon.com Shelby Township’s distribution center for another Community Engagement Fair this week! Amazon does a great job connecting with local charities to help us raise awareness of our...
Amazon Community Fair
Amazon.com Shelby Township is hosting two Community Fairs this week and they invited Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to participate. This is a great way to connect with the team at Amazon who has raised funds for our program and will be...
Job Opportunities at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan still has funding available from Michigan Works Macomb/St. Clair through the Going Pro Talent Fund to hire and train employees. Certain criteria apply for eligibility within Michigan Works and we can guide you...
Power Couple Donates Hair!
Ashley and her husband donated their hair together to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc - what a great couple! They had VERY long hair that will make beautiful wigs for the children of Michigan. Hair grows about half an inch a month, so you...
Detroit Tigers Tickets Available!
Dear wig recipients & families: we are excited to announce we have 20 Detroit Tigers tickets available for the Wednesday, August 10th - 7:10 pm game vs. the Guardians. If you would like to reserve tickets, please contact maggie@wigs4kids.org or...
Thank You to our June Facebook & Instagram Donors
A special shout out to our June Facebook & Instagram donors! Collectively, they raised awareness of our program and over $657 to support the children we serve at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. To our wonderful donors, you help make our...
July 2022 Newsletter
Our July newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc is here! We share updates on our program, a sneak preview of our upcoming 19th Annual Gala and more. You can read the full edition by clicking this...
Genesee County Princesses & Characters Webkinz Fundraiser
The Genesee County Princesses & Characters are back out in the community raising awareness of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program! They visit events & fairs throughout the region to bring joy as princesses and offer Webkinz...
Tweddle Be a Star Fundraiser
Our longtime supporter Tweddle Group is hosting their annual Be-a-Star fundraiser and they have held this event since 2013 to help the kids at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! This is a simple, easy way to support our cause - follow their...
Happy 4th of July Weekend!
Our team at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc would like to wish everyone a Happy 4th of July holiday weekend. We will be closed July 2nd - July 4th; reopening Tuesday, July 5th. Thank you for your support and enjoy a safe & fun time...
David Donates His Pandemic Hair
A special shout-out to David who just donated his hair & funds to support the kids! He wrote in and sent photos of his hair donation experience: "This donation was part of a two and a half year effort, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic....
July Skin Care Class
Dear wig recipients & families: we’re hosting a skin care class featuring MiraBella Makeup & Skin Care products on Saturday, July 9th at 1 pm inside our Wellness Center. This is part 2 in a series of classes we’re hosting...
Trey Travels from Alabama to Donate Hair
What a great afternoon we had at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc as we welcomed 9-year-old Trey and his family from Alabama! Trey enjoyed a tour, dinosaur tea party and donated his hair at Go Green Salon inside our Wellness Center. At the...
Filming Plaster Mold Creation at our Wellness Center!
Today, a film crew from DSI: Design Software International was onsite at our Wellness Center to film the process behind making a plaster mold of a child's head. Plaster molds are used to design custom-made wigs that perfectly match the shape of...
Tom & Mark Donate Hair
Tom has been growing his hair out for 6 years so he could donate it to help children through Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc - he had his haircut at Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center with his friend Mark, who also donated...
Mr. Maragos from the NFL Visits our Wellness Center!
Chris Maragos is a professional football player in the NFL who has played for the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and most recently, the Philadelphia Eagles. He is a 2x SuperBowl Champion and stopped by our Wellness Center to tour, learn more...
MichiganWorks Job Opportunites
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan still has funding available from Michigan Works Macomb/St. Clair through the Going Pro Talent Fund to hire and train employees. Certain criteria apply for eligibility within Michigan Works and we can guide you...
Luke's Lemonade Stand
Luke is a young boy with a caring heart who held a lemonade stand and donated 10% to charity. We thank him & his family for choosing Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to support!
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Happy's Father Day 2022
A special Happy Father's Day message from our team at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to all the wonderful dads and those who are like fathers to others out there! We hope you're enjoying a nice holiday weekend with your...
Practice Cooking Class with Juliana!
Our beautiful wig recipient Juliana is a true success story! Her first visit to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan was when she was 3 ½ years old and had been diagnosed with cancer. She is a survivor & has returned to volunteer;...
University of Michigan Club
Calling all University of Michigan students! We’re looking for someone to step into the leadership role for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan University Club on campus. Our current members are graduating and we need new students to...
Voting in Macomb Daily's Best of the Best
Today is the last day to vote for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in the Macomb Daily's Best of the Best Award program! We need your help during the Reader's Choice voting competition to be chosen as the top-rated charity:...
19th Annual Gala - Get Your Tickets Today!
The last two years, our gala has been virtual and as a thank you to our supporters, our $100 admission ticket includes $40 in raffle basket tickets and a $10 pre-gala raffle ticket! Our 19th Annual Gala will be held on Friday, September 16, 2022 -...
Matching Gift Opportunity: Sweet Treat Sponsor!
This year for our 19th Annual Gala, our generous supporter Doc Sweets' Candy Company will match what we raise for our Sweet Treat Area! Our goal is to reach $500 and he will contribute the same amount over & above his usual donation. Every...
Monster Truckz Tickets Available for Wig Recipients
Dear wig recipients & families: we have tickets at our Wellness Center to the Monster Truckz Chaos Tour (Friday, June 10-Sunday, June 12 and Friday, June 17-Sunday, June 19) valued at $15 to admit a child 3-13 years old for FREE with paid...
Maria Donated Hair; You Can Too!
Maria donated her hair and you can too! This is a great way to support a Michigan child in need through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. To view our guidelines and print out a hair donation form so we can acknowledge you for...
Our Makeup Class is a hit!
Today we held our makeup class focused on eyebrows & eyelashes and our wig recipients loved it! A special thank you to our wig recipient & celebrity guest artist Madison from Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX...
Abbey Donates Hair & Sponsors Two Children's Wigs!
Let's hear it for our beautiful Abbey from Montana who just donated her hair and hosted a fundraiser to sponsor 2 children through our Adopt-a-Kid program!
Abbey's mom Whitley said: "This program donates the entire wig to the child,...
Smplfd Clothing & Printing Donates Merchandise!
Our thanks to Smplfd Clothing & Printing for their generous donation of t-shirts & hooded sweatshirts with our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc logo printed on them! We love these new items and are grateful for the support of this...
Science of Sound with Music Shapes
Dear wig recipients & families: Music is an art form we cherish! We're excited to invite you to our Science of Sound event, with our friend & supporter Jeanne Barrett from Music Shapes! We will have multiple stations set up around our...
Michigan Lions State Convention
Yesterday, we attended the Michigan Lions State Convention. Childhood cancer awareness is part of several campaigns they focus on and we were selected as one of their charities of choice. The Lions have been so helpful and generous with Maggie's...
Music Shapes Crescendo Opus 5!
Congratulations to our friends & supporters at the local, grassroots nonprofit organization Music Shapes on 5 years of service. Music Shapes opens hearts & minds by inspiring young people and communities to get involved with music in one...
Walsh College Career Fair
Today we visited Walsh College for their Career Fair as we seek talented professionals to join our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc team through internships and future career opportunities. We thank Walsh for inviting us again this year to...
Douglas J Aveda Spring Career Fair
Thank you to Douglas J Aveda Institute Royal Oak for a wonderful Spring Career Fair! We provided information about Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and how we offer continuing education through our Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration training...
Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church 5th Annual Cut-a-thon
A special thanks to Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church for hosting their 5th Annual Cut-a-Thon for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Stylists donated their time & talent to cut hair for donation which will be made into wigs for the...
Reopening Our Raised Therapy Garden
Today we held a Planting Party to kickoff the spring/summer season for our raised therapy garden! In this area, our wig recipients & their families learn about the importance of nutrition by growing healthy herbs and vegetables. In a...
Heartfelt Story: Travis Donates His Hair
We love this heartfelt story sent in by Monica, the mother of our hair donor Travis: “My son Travis is 13 years old and has Autism. He loves the outdoors; especially his swing…so we cut his hair outside while he was enjoying the nice...
Happy Mother's Day!
Our team at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc would like to wish all the moms & motherly figures out there a Happy Mother's Day! Enjoy this special holiday with your loved ones as we acknowledge the wonderful women in our...
White Castle Grand Re-Opening in Redford!
Congratulations to White Castle store #37 in Redford, MI on their grand
re-opening! The restaurant is beautiful and their wonderful team commits to giving back in the community. We were excited to attend their special event and were presented with...
We Love What We Do!
We love what we do! It is an honor and privilege to serve the children of Michigan. A new child came to our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program the other day after she was recently diagnosed with cancer. After she received a wig, her mother...
Merchandise Opportunities
Are you growing your hair out for donation or simply want to support the kids we serve? Consider showing your love for our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program by making a donation to receive official merchandise! Phone wallets, star...
FreeStar Financial Donates Over $6,700 to Help the Kids!
Our friends at FreeStar Financial were back at our Wellness Center today with another very generous donation for Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! Through community shred days, adopt-a-pet stuffed animal fundraisers, donation boxes and more;...
Jaeleen our Wig Recipient Competes for Miss Volunteer America
Our lovely wig recipient Jaeleen visited the Wellness Center today to receive a new wig just in time for her upcoming Miss America Volunteer pageant! She has alopecia and has been a spokesperson for our program; using her platform to raise awareness...
Thank You, Cheryl for your In-Kind Donations!
Heartfelt thanks to Cheryl Collier, Vice President of our Board of Directors and District Supervisor at White Castle has been gathering items to donate for the high-end prizes at our 19th Annual Gala! We thank Cheryl for her generosity. In-kind...
Emmanuel Donates Hair After Reaching Fundraising Goal
Emmanuel, the owner & coach at Lakeline Fit Body Boot Camp and his clients participated in a fundraiser for a local charity. If he reached his goal, Emmanuel promised he would donate his hair. What a fun way to support two causes! Emmanuel...
Happy Earth Day 2022!
We love our planet here at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan – Happy Earth Day, everyone! Take this time to celebrate our environment and commit to giving back through gardening, recycling or making an effort to reduce...
Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets Available Now!
With a $10 donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, you can help sponsor 9 wigs for Michigan children through our pre-gala raffle and have the chance to win $1,000 CASH! The drawing and winner will be announced at our 19th Annual Gala on...
Job Opportunities through MichiganWorks!
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has received a generous grant from Michigan Works Macomb/St. Clair through the Going Pro Talent Fund to hire and train employees. Certain criteria apply for eligibility within Michigan Works and we can guide...
Happy Easter!
Our team at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter and wish you a wonderful celebration with your family & friends. #HappyEaster #Easter2022 #maggieswigs4kidsofmichigan #charity #nonprofit...
Rebekah Donates Hair Every 2 Years to Help Kids!
Rebekah is amazing! She has donated her hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan every two years since 2014. She heard about us through her family who are longtime friends of our key donor The Wayne & Joan Webber Foundation. We thank Rebekah...
Pre-Gala Tickets Available!
Our Pre-Gala Raffle Tickets are available! This is a great way to sponsor 9 wigs for children and have a chance to win a $1,000 CASH prize! To learn more and buy your tickets today, visit our event page:...
Variety the Children's Charity Detroit Bike Giveaway
Dear Wig Recipients & Families: Variety the Children's Charity Detroit supports Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. They are hosting a Variety Bikes for Kids event which will be held on Thursday, June 9th at Jimmy John’s Field in...
Makeup Kits for our Teen Wig Recipients
We've put together makeup bags for teen wig recipients in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program thanks to donated products from our generous supporters! The kits are valued at $200 and will help our teens with appearance-related side...
Roseville Masonic Lodge #522 Spring Breakfast
Our dear friends at the Roseville Masonic Lodge #522 are hosting their annual spring country breakfast this coming Sunday, April 3rd and tickets are available. Please support their wonderful cause! They help many nonprofits including Maggie's...
Being Comfortable In Your Own Skin
Jaeleen has been a kid in our program since she was 10 years old. She is a great spokesperson, role model for the kids at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and an inspiration to all of us. Jaeleen has held many titles through the Miss...
Our Angel Sophia
It is with great sadness to announce we were notified by one of our families that another one of our kids became an angel. Sophia was 19 years old and our generous corporate supporter White Castle sponsored her family at Christmas. Please keep...
Volunteers Have the Heart to Make a Difference!
We value & appreciate our volunteers at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! They help us move our mission forward as we serve the children of Michigan at no charge. Volunteering provides a sense of purpose & community, allows you to...
Multimedia Makeup Academy Tour
Today, Multimedia Makeup Academy of Esthetics, Cosmetology and Special FX hosted a color class for licensed professionals in the beauty industry with AlterEgo from Italy. The Academy has supported Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc for many...
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
From our team at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, we wish you a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Our good friends and supporters are like four-leaf clovers: they are lucky to have! Thank you for your continued belief in our mission and enjoy...
Za'Raiha Benefits from Fitness & Massage
One of our newest wig recipients is Za’raiha and she is bravely fighting cancer. During her visit, she enjoyed utilizing the fitness center where we help our kids feel strong as they face their health challenges. We have an exercise science...
Hair Donations from 65 Countries Around the World
In 2021, 65 countries around the world sent in hair donations to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Children experiencing hair loss is not a local or national issue, it's universal and we are grateful to the generous individuals who...
Bald Barbies Available
Dear wig recipients & families: we’ve had a great response to the Brave Barbies with wigs & accessories and we’re waiting for another shipment to come in. Meanwhile, we do have these lovely bald Barbies available! If you would...
Sean Donates Hair & Sponsors a Child's Wig & Support Services
Sean visited our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center to personally deliver his hair donation and make a very special monetary gift: sponsoring a child's wig & support services for the year through our Adopt-a-Kid...
Minute to Win It
One of our local high school volleyball teams held a “Minute to Win It” fundraiser to benefit Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan– they gathered as many monetary donations as possible in 60 seconds to help us continue our...
Founding Members Increased to 188 Supporters!
The Founding Member Program at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc was launched to help us secure a facility to continue our services and expand programming. We were known by our work, yet we did not have a face in the community. In June 2010,...
Events & Fundraisers Supporting Our Mission
In 2021, generous individuals and businesses held 133 events & third-party fundraisers that supported Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in continuing our mission. Events raise necessary funding for our program and generate awareness so...
Thank You February Facebook & Instagram Donors!
In February, our wonderful supporters of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc raised $1,480 while celebrating birthdays and special occasions through Facebook & Instagram. Please join us in recognizing these individuals for their commitment...
We Love Brave Barbie by Mattel!
Kudos to Mattel for creating a Brave Barbie that is bald! Several of these dolls have been donated to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan – we have 5 African American and 5 Caucasian. This opportunity is open to our wig recipients to...
Danielle Donates Hair on Her Birthday!
Danielle celebrated her birthday today at Go Green Salon located inside Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan Wellness Center and chose to donate her hair on this very special occasion! What a beautiful gesture, helping a child in need right here...
Counseling Services Grew 24% in 2021
Counseling is a very important part of our support services at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and this portion of our programming grew 24% in 2021! We thank our medical support services team for their work throughout the year in helping...
Thank You, Kroger Shoppers - Off to a Great Start in 1st Quarter!
A special shout out to all of our wonderful Kroger shoppers! During the 1st quarter of 2022, you have already raised over $325 in support of the Michigan children we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc - shopping as a Kroger Plus...
Social Worker Needed
Are you a social worker looking for a new role or have you recently retired from a full-time position and would be willing to consider part-time social work? We're actively seeking an LMSW for 20-hours a week at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
We Thank All Our Social Media Fans!
In 2021, we reached 22,162 fans on all of our social media channels - we thank you for your love & support of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan program! It takes all of us to make a difference in the lives of the Michigan children we...
Raised Therapy Garden Teaches Importance of Nutrition
In 2021, we implemented a raised therapy garden at our Wellness Center. This safe and inviting space offers our wig recipients the opportunity to grow healthy herbs & vegetables while learning about the importance of nutrition. We are excited to...
High School Community Service Volunteers Needed
Are you a high school student near St. Clair Shores, MI who needs community service hours? Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is always looking for great volunteers! We have a variety of activities available that help the kids we serve. Please...
Galaxy Star Members Increased By 15% in 2021!
In 2021, we had a 15% increase in the number of supporters who signed up to be part of our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan galaxy star program! For a donation of $500 or more toward our new Wellness Center and its sustainability, these generous...
100 Club Members St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade
We're honored to participate in the St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade, which is one of the largest in the nation. Today, we joined the $100 Club, contributing to this wonderful event in our hometown. The 69th annual parade will be held on...
8 Michigan Hospital Partnerships
In 2021, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc continued to work with the 8 hospitals in Michigan that provide pediatric oncology services. We service all children referred to us at no charge. If you know of a child in need of our services,...
Our Thanks to the Media
A special thank you goes out to all of media outlets that provided coverage of heartfelt stories and newsworthy events at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan in 2021. We received press 68 times last year! This helps us get the word out in the...
Santa Visits Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
We have a very special guest here at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc today: SANTA!!! He's donating his hair (for an adult's wig since it's gray) and brought prizes in for the kids while he winds down from a busy season at the...
Over 900 Beauty Industry Supporters!
We are fortunate at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc to have the support of over 900 salons, cosmetology schools and licensed beauty professional volunteers who contribute to our program. Many cut hair for donation, others style wigs and...
Heidi Donates Hair in Honor of Dakota
Heidi is a Michigan resident who just sent in her hair in honor of Dakota, a child near her community who is bravely fighting cancer. Our hair donation program offers the option of donating in honor of loved ones. If you’re growing your hair...
Support Services Grow By 18%
In 2021, our support services at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc grew by 18%! In the last year, we expanded our programming to include music therapy, nail & skin care, massage, fitness, nutrition, a raised therapy garden and life...
Thank You, January Facebook Donors!
A special thanks from Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to all of our wonderful January Facebook donors! These generous individuals are helping us continue our mission of serving the children of Michigan at no charge: Diana Rjasko, Elisha...
Walsh College Internship Connection
Today, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc would like to thank Walsh College for inviting us to participate in their annual Internship Connection. We work with all local colleges & universities to offer internships in event management, finance,...
Wig Recipients' Valentine's Day-Themed Tea Parties
Dear wig recipients & families: you're invited to a special Valentine's Day-themed tea party inside the Enchanted Tea Room in our Wellness Center! Choose from 3 seatings on Saturday, February 12th at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm....
Our Year in Review 2021
Thanks to our wonderful supporters, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc continues to grow and serve more Michigan children in need at no charge to them or their families. To view our 2021 Year in Review, please visit our website:...
Heartfelt Story from Gloria & Julia
We received a heartfelt letter from Gloria, the mom of Julia who recently visited our Wellness Center:
"Maggie and staff, thank you for creating such a memorable experience for Julia donating her hair. You guys went above and beyond to make...
Terah Donates Her Hair!
Terah just sent in 12 inches of her beautiful hair to help a Michigan child through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. Thank you, Terah! If you're reading this post and are considering a hair donation, you can learn about our...
We Need Large Baskets & Party Tubs
Here's another way you can help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc: we are seeking large baskets and party bins to hold our wonderful raffle prizes for our upcoming 19th Annual Gala that will be held Friday, September 16, 2022. If you...
Chloe Receives a Wig Made from her Cousins' Hair!
Our beautiful wig recipient Chloe had a wig made out of her cousins' hair donations through our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program. She has alopecia; an auto-immune disorder causing hair loss. We're so glad her family stepped...
Donating Items for Raffle Baskets
One of our Advisory Board members, Carol Lukity, graciously dropped off all these items since we're preparing raffle baskets for our 19th Annual Gala that will be held on Friday, September 16, 2022. If you have new items, perhaps gifts from the...
Lakeshore Knights of Columbus Sponsor 3 Kids!
The Lakeshore Knights Of Columbus are based in our hometown of St. Clair Shores and they were deeply touched by our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program when they toured our Wellness Center 3 years ago. They raised funds since that time...
Your Merchandise Purchase Helps the Kids!
Looking for another way to support the kids we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc? If you're growing your hair out, or made a hair donation before, consider making a monetary gift to receive official merchandise! We have many...
Going Pro Talent Fund: Jobs Available
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan has received a generous grant from Michigan Works Macomb/St. Clair through the Going Pro Talent Fund to hire and train employees. Certain criteria apply for eligibility within Michigan Works and we can guide you...
Ross Donates Hair to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan!
Ross has been growing his hair out to donate to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc for over 2 years and had his haircut at Go Green Salon today! This isn't his first hair donation either; he's an ongoing supporter of our program and...
SCS Lakers Unified Hockey Team Raises $350 at Hockey Fights Cancer Night
Let's hear it for the SCS Lakers Unified Hockey Team! During their recent Hockey Fights Cancer night, they raised $350 in support of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Captains Nick & Jack presented our Founder & CEO Maggie...
MLK Day: National Day of Community Service with TCB Youth Mentoring
Today is the National Day of Community Service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and our friends from TCB Youth Mentoring are here volunteering with Mt. Clemens Mayor Laura Kropp to bring two vans full of toys for our wig recipients! The kids...
Professional Nail Services
Our wig recipients at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc not only receive a wig when they visit our Wellness Center; we have an array of support services to help their self-esteem. One of those offerings includes professional nail services!...
Lion/Lioness Club Member Virginia Donates Hair
Virginia is a Lions Club & Lioness Member from Lake Orion who heard about Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc and wanted to donate her hair. She scheduled an appointment at Go Green Salon located inside our Wellness Center and had her...
Thank You December Facebook & Instagram Donors
Thank you to all of our December Facebook donors: For all those that had a birthday during the month, Happy Birthday! To our generous supporters who raised money for the cause just because or gave during Giving Tuesday, we are very grateful. Your...
TCB Youth Mentoring Donates Toys!
Our heartfelt gratitude to Tommy and TCB Youth Mentoring in Mount Clemens, Michigan for donating toys to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc for our wig recipients to enjoy in their welcome bags! We have an array of wonderful gifts for our...
SCS Lakers Unified Hockey Fights Cancer
We would like to thank Erika DeLange and the St. Clair Shores Lakers Unified Hockey Team for choosing Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their hometown charity of choice to partner with for Hockey Fights Cancer night - today; Tuesday, January...
Manchester Lions Donating Gifts for Wig Recipients!
Peggy and Barry from the Manchester Lions Club stopped by for a surprise visit to Maggies Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan with another delivery of wonderful toys, games, teacups, handmade blankets and gifts for our wig recipients! Each child receives a...
Elayna Donates Hair in Memory of Grandpa
Meet Elayna, one of our wonderful hair donors! Her grandma Carol brought her to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center to help another child with her hair donation in loving memory of her grandpa. What a sweet gesture of honoring...
Heather's Hair Donation Experience
Heather visited Go Green Salon located inside our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc Wellness Center and donated her hair to help a child in her community. We thank Heather for her kind words of support about her hair donation experience! You...
Macomb County Hair Donor Dispatchers!
Our Hair Donor Dispatchers are back! Last year they donated hair and raised funds through their work with the Macomb County Sheriff's Department. In 2022, they've returned to donate again! Our wonderful ladies had their professional haircut...
Zeal Credit Union Becomes Galaxy Star Member!
Our thanks to the Financial Resolutions Department at Zeal Credit Union for choosing Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity to support during the holiday season! They generously donated $500 to our program. With these funds, they...
22,846 Hair Donations in 2021!
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is excited to announce that we received 22,846 hair donations in 2021! We are so grateful for everyone who takes the time & care to grow their hair for donation and to all the 800+ salons who cut hair so we...
Meijer Community Donation
The Meijer Roseville team is like a family and they voted for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as one of two charities to receive a generous community donation. We thank them for their support of the kids we...
Tyler Donates Hair, Following his friend Andrew
On Thursday, Andrew donated his hair and today his friend Tyler visited Go Green Salon to have his haircut for donation to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc too! Both had very long hair and 10% of our kids are boys...they will certainly...
Local Hero Josh Ringstad
Remember our friend Josh Ringstad from the Mount Clemens Firefighters Local 838? Back in June, he donated his hair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and hosted a fundraiser to sponsor wigs for local children. Recently, one of the VFW...
Angie's Toy Chest Holiday Donation
This is truly the season of giving and we would like to thank Angie’s Toy Chest for their generous end of year donation to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. We are one of 4 local charities of choice they chose to support with their...
Thank You, Cereal City Lions Club!
Today, Teresa from the Cereal City Lions Club visited our Wellness Center to deliver lots of gifts for the kids in our Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc program! We are so grateful to have the continued support of the Lions Club as we...
Our Year Enjoying Themed Tea Parties
We've had so much fun in our Enchanted Tea Room this year, especially during holiday time. Our wig recipients and their families have enjoyed themed tea parties and we're looking forward to making more memories with them in the New Year!...
Thank You to our Friends at Dollar General
More wonderful toys were delivered just in time for the holidays by our supporters at Dollar General. They have been hosting a holiday toy drive at several locations throughout Southeastern Michigan and we thank them for helping make this season...
Pigs 4 Wigs Campaign 2021
Heartfelt thanks to our police departments that participated in the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign this year during No-Shave November. Officers donated funds to Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc in order to grow their facial hair. Currently...
Cole Simon's Cuts 4 Cash a Success!
Cole Simon is one of our generous hair donors who shaved his head to help a child in his state of Michigan. Reaching out to family & friends, Cole also held a Cuts 4 Cash fundraiser to generate awareness and raised $1,000 to sponsor a...
Holiday Present Sponsorship with Andrea & Family
Our dear friend Andrea and her family stopped by with a "sleigh" full of presents for a Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc family they sponsored! Andrea has supported our organization for over 10 years now and appreciates the work...
Meet One of Our Kids: Marion!
We invite you to meet one of our kids! Marion chose to donate her hair several years ago and now is in need of our services at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc after being diagnosed with alopecia. After visiting our Wellness Center to...
Cheryl & Family Enjoy a Holiday Tea
It’s holiday time! Cheryl, Vice Chair of our Board of Directors at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc brought her family to enjoy a holiday tea party in our Enchanted Tea Room. We enjoyed celebrating this special time with Cheryl and...
Thank you to our October Facebook donors!
Our Facebook supporters are very generous to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! A special shout out to everyone who donated to our program during the month of October whether it was for a birthday, business fundraiser or other special occasion...
Annual Holiday Celebration 2021
A great time was had by all at our annual holiday celebration for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc! Our wig recipients & their loved ones enjoyed a delicious dinner sponsored by White Castle, presents, a visit from Princess Anna (Crowns...
Thank You, Clinton Township Kiwanis!
Our Clinton Township Kiwanis friends are like family! They support Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan every year and are always giving back to the community. We visited their morning meeting today to provide an update on our programming for the...
Reminder: Holiday Celebration & Lights On Wheels Parade
Dear wig recipients and families: this is a reminder that our holiday celebration and the Lights On Wheels Parade will be held this Saturday, December 4th from 5-7 pm. Enjoy delicious treats, presents, holiday music, the parade and more! RSVP is...
How to Help the Oxford Community
We have had the honor & privilege of serving many children from the Oxford community at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Our hearts go out to the families, students, faculty and community at large. This holiday season in the spirit of...
We're Seeking a Handyman
Looking for a little extra holiday cash? Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is seeking a handyman to help with odds & ends, and decorate our Wellness Center for the holidays. We’re offering $12/hour and you can contact us at:...
Holiday Tea Sign Up for Wig Recipients
Wig recipients & families: we announced on IGTV yesterday that our holiday teas are quickly approaching! Sign up for a tea party in our Enchanted Tea Room at the Wellness Center during the month of December and up to 4 friends/loved ones can...
Live from Santa's Workshop!
Watch a special sneak preview of our Santa's Workshop on IGTV! We're busy having fun putting together stockings and gift bags for our wig recipients & their families to enjoy at our Lights On Wheels parade and annual holiday celebration:...
St. Ignace Lions Club Donation
Chris Smith of the Upper Peninsula Lions Club visited our Wellness Center with her husband to deliver a very special donation of handmade stuffed animals created by the St. Ignace Lions Club. They are all so cute & colorful, and will certainly...
3 Designs for Holiday Cards Left
Our holiday cards are the perfect way to send a message of hope, peace and love this season. We have 3 designs left and they're going quickly! Select from gingerbread, nutcracker or Santa. Cards come 10 to a package for $10 or save on 2 packs of...
Wig Recipients: Watch our Wig Cleansing Video
Dear wig recipients & families: we're excited to announce that we've created a wig cleansing video with Maggie Varney, our Founder & CEO so you can easily care for your wig received through Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. This...
Facing a Health Challenge, Jennifer Donates Hair
Jennifer was planning to donate her beautiful hair with her nephew Paul when he unexpectedly passed away. Now she is going through her own health challenge and wanted to ensure her hair could be utilized to make a wig for a child in need. She...
Wig Recipients Holiday Party & Lights On Wheels
Dear wig recipients & families: we are excited to announce that we’re partnering with the Holiday Lights on Wheels parade in St. Clair Shores on Saturday, December 4th and hosting a viewing party in conjunction with our annual holiday...
L'anse Creuse High School Minute to Win It
L'anse Creuse High School's first Pink Out game was canceled and they were able to reschedule it. They followed through on their commitment to help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan and held a "Minute to Win It" fundraiser;...
Congratulations to Jaeleen; NASCAR Finalist!
A special heartfelt thanks for everyone who voted for our wig recipient Jaeleen Davis as 1 of 4 finalists for The Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award through The NASCAR Foundation. We are so proud of Jaeleen for all of her efforts to serve others,...
Sands Bash Tonight!
The 22nd Annual Sands Bash is tonight at Barrister Gardens and we are grateful that the Nautimile Committee has chosen Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as their charity of choice to benefit from the raffle proceeds. Please see photos of some of...
Thank You, Grosse Pointe Optimists!
Optimist International is a worldwide volunteer organization made up of more than 2,500 local Clubs whose Members work to make the future brighter by Bringing Out the Best in Kids, in their communities, and in themselves. Our thanks to the Grosse...
White Castle Cares! Volunteering at our Wellness Center
Our wonderful Cheryl Collier who serves on our Board of Directors spearheads our White Castle fundraiser and encouraged the general managers throughout her district to volunteer at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc They are a great help to...
NASCAR Championship Games in Phoenix
Finalist Jaeleen Davis became a racing fan by spending time with her Papa to learn about NASCAR. Her favorite driver is Julia Landauer and her favorite memory is from her first race with her grandfather at Michigan International Speedway.
Learn...
Impact 100 Macomb County Finalists
Our thanks to the wonderful ladies at Impact 100 Macomb County for choosing Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan as 1 of 4 finalists for their annual grant award. We enjoyed meeting all of the other wonderful nonprofits that were in attendance at...
White Castle Fundraiser Kicks Off!
White Castle is hosting another fundraiser for our program from now through December 31st! We thank Cheryl Collier, District Supervisor & Vice Chair of our Board of Directors for choosing us as a charity of choice. There are 9 locations in...
Pigs 4 Wigs Kickoff!
It's the 9th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign kick-off today and we are excited to welcome Chesterfield Township, Plymouth Township and City of Plymouth Police to this year's fundraising event. To make a donation in honor of your department of choice,...
Pigs 4 Wigs Has Begun!
No-Shave November is here as the brothers in blue are already competing in the 9th Annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Officers pay $50.00 and can raise additional funds so they can avoid shaving for the month of...
Halloween Party for Our Kids!
Dear Wig Recipients & Families,
Just a reminder...our Enchanted Tea Room is open on Saturdays and this coming Saturday, October 30th is our Halloween Party!
Seatings are available at: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM (1 seating...
Metro On the Move Hair Donation Video
Heartfelt thanks to Andy Miller from Metro On The Move for growing his hair out to donate, and filming the process through a step-by-step guide. He did an amazing job presenting the guidelines for hair donations and supporting our Maggie's Wigs...
Sign Up for the Freestar Financial Halloween Hustle
Our friends at FreeStar Financial Credit Union are hosting their Halloween Hustle 5K in support of Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan on Saturday, October 30th starting at 4:30 pm. Please visit their event page for more information and to register...