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 through connecting with their team. To begin the application process, please submit your resume to maggie@wigs4kids.org -  We have the following positions available:

Events/Volunteers Coordinator - will learn how to prepare for, plan and execute events & fundraisers from within the organization and how to collaborate with third-party fundraisers. This trainee will also be taught volunteer management: from working with supporters on an individual level or groups at events onsite & in the community. They will become proficient at using GalaxyDigital; a new software program that will help them be successful at their job.

Digital Marketing Coordinator - trainees will be taught the basics of design if they have no prior digital marketing skills; then they will grow into more advanced work by creating TV slides, billboard artwork, program booklets, additional printed materials, etc. They will also learn about the charity's social media channels Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Youtube, etc and how to update them.

Finance/Quickbooks Coordinator - will work with our finance director to learn all aspects of utilizing Quickbooks; with a special focus on nonprofit accounting. This will include processing monetary gifts, merchandise purchases, in-kind donations of goods & services, etc. Support at events in the community by accepting donations, selling raffle tickets, managing silent auctions. During preparation for our annual elective audit for W4K, they will assist where needed.

Hair Donation Coordinator - They will work in the hair donation department and will help open hair donations sent to the organization from 65 countries around the world. While gaining an understanding of how to utilize Excel to log donations, send mass mail merges (digitally and hard mail) through Publisher/Outlook/Word. They will also learn how to process merchandise sales through Quickbooks and prepare merchandise for mailing. Packaging hair for shipping to the wig manufacturers.

Hospitality Coordinator - This is the first person guests interact with when they visit the Wellness Center or call. In hospitality, they will learn how to manage the front desk area; addressing phone calls, making appointments, reading & responding to emails, ordering wigs, tours of the facility, while providing a warm & welcoming environment for our guests.

Social Work Coordinator - They will shadow our social worker with permission from parents & children to learn how intake evaluations & counseling services are provided on an individual, group and family basis. Grief and loss counseling is also offered and the trainee will learn how to address this need when working with our families. They will participate in all group activities, classes, field trips.

The hair restoration specialist position is separate from the hair donation coordinator as outlined below:

Hair Restoration Specialist - Through the Cuts 4 a Cause hair restoration certification program, licensed cosmetologists will learn wig measurement, ordering, cutting and styling. Training will be facilitated by Maggie Varney, Founder & CEO. Trainees will learn that the program is more than providing a hair replacement system; we also support the psychological, social & emotional healing of our kids. Upon completion, each individual will be evaluated and certification awarded. More information can be found here: https://www.wigs4kids.org/how-you-can-help/cuts-4-a-cause.html

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:...

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...

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...
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