Can you donate dreadlocks to Locks of Love?

Dreadlocks, wigs, hairpieces, hair extensions and synthetic hair can not be donated. Curly hair CAN be pulled straight to measure 10″. Layered hair is acceptable if the longest layer is 10 inches.

How do I donate my hair to Locks of Love?

Once your hair is up, the hair simply needs to be trimmed just above the ponytail or braids, so that the holder does not slip off. A standard pair of scissors is all you need to make this cut. Hair that was cut off in the past is usable so long as it has been stored in a ponytail or braid.

What’s wrong with Locks of Love?

Locks of Love is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity that provides custom-made hair prosthetics to disadvantaged children up to the age of 21 who have suffered hair loss as a result of medical conditions, such as alopecia, burn trauma, and cancer treatment….Locks of Love.

Who benefits from Locks of Love?

Our recipients are financially disadvantaged children, age 21 and under, suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. Most of our children suffer from an autoimmune disorder called alopecia areata, which causes the hair follicles to shut down.

Does Locks of Love take hair?

Anyone can cut your hair. We encourage all of our donors to go to a salon they are already familiar with to ensure their comfort when donating.

Is Locks of Love accepting hair right now?

All hair textures are welcome but only some organizations, like Hair We Share, will take gray hair. And a good number of charities require hair that’s never been colored, permed, or relaxed, but a few like Locks of Love and Pink Hearts Fund accept dyed donations as long as they’re otherwise in good shape.

How can I contact a lock of love?

Locks of Love

1. (888) 896-1588.
2. Administration. (561) 833-7332.
3. (561) 833-7962.

Why should I not donate my hair to Locks of Love?

Shorter hair will be separated from the ponytails and sold to offset the manufacturing costs. Because Locks of Love creates custom hairpieces for each child, we cannot accept donations of wigs, falls, hair extensions, or synthetic hair.

How much hair do you need for Locks of Love?

Layered hair is acceptable if the longest layer is 10 inches, and may be divided into multiple ponytails. Curly hair may be pulled straight to measure the minimum 10 inches. 10 inches measured tip to tip is the minimum length needed for a hairpiece.

How long does hair have to donate?

35.5cm (14in) is the hair length required to create wigs in order for the hair to be processed. 1-2cm shorter is okay to donate, but the longer the donation the better! If you’ve got to wait a little longer for your hair to reach that length, you could consider setting up your fundraising page now!

What are the requirements for Locks of Love?

10 inches measured tip to tip is the minimum length needed for a hairpiece. Hair must be in a ponytail or braid before it is cut. Hair must be clean and completely dry before it is mailed in. Place the ponytail or braid inside of a plastic bag, and then inside of a padded envelope.

Who are locks of Love and what do they do?

Locks of Love is a public, non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to ‘financially disadvantaged children’ who have lost their natural hair through medical treatments.

Can a boy get a locks of Love hairpiece?

While Locks of Love says that the majority of applicants are girls, hairpieces can also be made for boys. Childen with short-term hair loss can also receive a synthetic hairpiece.

What kind of hair can you donate to locks of Love?

If you are shaving your head, first divide it into multiple ponytails and cut it off for donation. Hair cut years ago is usable if it has been stored in a ponytail or braid. Dreadlocks, wigs, hairpieces, hair extensions and synthetic hair can not be donated.

How often do you have to apply for locks of Love?

An application to Locks of Love can be submitted every 18 months. A child can receive up to 5 hairpieces. Is It Only for Girls? While Locks of Love says that the majority of applicants are girls, hairpieces can also be made for boys.