Our thanks to Brian Coles & family, and the staff & students of South Lyon Schools for hosting a hair drive in support of the children we serve! A donation was made so each participant could receive a t-shirt and star patch commemorating the event and they contributed funds to help continue the mission of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Brian delivered it in person and took a tour of our facility to learn more about the programming we offer.
Studio II Salon Visit
This week, Maggie Varney our Founder & CEO visited one of our registered salons; Studio II Salon & Spa in Clinton Township, to replenish their supply of information packets and donation forms for our Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan...
Holiday Party Sponsorships
Help Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan bring magic this season by becoming a holiday party sponsor - we have opportunities available at the $100, $250 and $500 levels. At our annual children's holiday party, wig recipients & families enjoy a...
Innovative Tool, Inc. Supports the Kids!
Innovative Tool Inc., a local machinery prototyping & manufacturing factory, are longtime supporters of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan through the Selfridge Firefighters Golf Outing. Their generous contributions have provided wigs &...
Hannah from Fleece & Thank You Donates Blankets
We had a lovely visit with Hannah from Fleece & Thank You today at our Wellness Center. She personally delivered soft, cozy blankets that we will be incorporating into welcome bags full of comfort items for the wig recipients in our Maggie's...
RSVP for our Annual Children’s Holiday Party
Dear wig recipients and families: In our recent newsletter, we invite you to RSVP for our annual children’s holiday party on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 12 pm at Blossom Heath Inn. Space fills quickly for this seasonal gathering, and there...
Pigs 4 Wigs Kicks Off This Week
We’re gearing up this week for the beginning of the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign! On Saturday, November 1, 2025, local police departments will participate in No-Shave November by growing out their facial hair (or wearing jewelry & nail...
Registered Salons & Cosmetology Schools
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is thankful for the network of licensed professionals throughout the beauty industry who have registered their salons or cosmetology schools with our program. We list them on a special dedicated page of our...
Trichotillomania Awareness
Approximately 11% of the children we serve at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan experience trichotillomania - the obsessive-compulsive urge to pull one's hair out. It is a genetic disorder that can be treated through cognitive behavioral therapy...
Halloween Hustle 2025
It was a spooktacular day for a 5K/8K run/walk & fun run during the Halloween Hustle at Lake St. Clair Metropark!Christina our Finance Director and Kim Mercier, Advisory Board Member & Director of Medical Support Services represented...
Wig recipients: Sign Up for our VR 4 Kids Program
Dear wig recipients & families: if you're interested in getting a VR headset to try fun and meditative apps through our VR 4 Kids Program, please call us at 586-772-6656 or send us an email at maggie@wigs4kids.org to start your pilot. ...
Make a Difference Day
Today marks "Make a Difference Day" and there are so many ways to have an impact in the lives of the Michigan children & families we serve at no charge! If you've been growing your hair out, consider donating it. You can also contribute...
Toys for our Annual Children’s Holiday Party
Now that the College Hunks Hauling Junk have brought the children’s gifts in their “sleigh” to our Wellness Center, we’ve been inventorying the toys & presents.Penne is an Outstanding Volunteer of the Year who comes in once a week to...
Camp Sunshine Deadline Extended
Wig recipients & families: Camp Sunshine's mission in Casco, Maine is to provide hope, joy and community through unique experiences for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. They have extended the deadline to apply...
Basket Donations
David from St. Clair Shores stopped by our Wellness Center to make a donation of various baskets for us to utilize for raffle & auction prizes at our upcoming fundraisers for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. Thank you, David!These are great...
November Newsletter 2025
Falling leaves, cider & donuts, and the crisp, breezy air means autumn is here and with it comes our November Newsletter for Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan! This month we feature heartfelt stories from wig recipients, new classes &...
Star Patches - Perfect for Scouts
One of our popular merchandise items at Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is our star patch which is perfect for all scouts or as a fun accessory on purses, vests, jeans and more! This beautifully embroidered item is made by the same...
Olivia Volunteers to Help the Kids
Olivia is exploring a career in nursing and scheduled time to volunteer at Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan to learn more about how we work with our pediatric population. She reviewed our VR 4 Kids Program after her tour and then assisted...
BJ's Wholesale Club Foundation Grant
Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan is honored to receive a $5,000 BJ’s Charitable Foundation grant to support our Adopt-a-Kid Program where children's custom-made wigs are sponsored! This funding will make a positive difference for 5 Michigan...
Pigs 4 Wigs Article in C&G News!
Extra extra! C & G Newspapers & The Sentinel have released their article about local police departments joining together to support the children in our communities through the annual Pigs 4 Wigs campaign, benefiting Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of...
SCS Players Present The Hobbit
The SCS Players have invited our wig recipients and families to attend a complimentary dress rehearsal performance of "The Hobbit" from Lord of the Rings on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at St. Margaret of Scotland Church.
This family fun tale is...