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 & CEO Maggie Varney to personally meet them and serve as the keynote speaker at this special event. Thank you, Optimists for shining a light on the incredible achievements of youth in our communities.
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...