Locks of Love
Posted by SHF on October 03, 2001 at 10:39:12: Previous Next
I feel I need to start a new thread, since the old thread is way down the page, and "LOL" was not the original topic anyway.
While it is true that "LOL" sells some of the hair to cover operating costs, I believe the majority of long ponytails is indeed used in the making of wigs for children. It is the shorter lengths of hair (less than 10"), and the grey hair that is primarily sold at fair market value to help offset the costs. There are people who donate money to this organization, as well. Their operating costs could not possibly be covered by the sale of hair alone.
I am not saying that anyone should cut his hair just to contribute it to "LOL," but for those who are going to cut it off anyway, what better way to utilize the unwanted strands of keratin?
I have included a link to the organization for those who want a more detailed view of who they are, and what they do.
Re: Locks of Love
Posted by Victor on October 03, 2001 at 12:07:42: Previous Next
In Reply to: Locks of Love posted by SHF on October 03, 2001 at 10:39:12:
Just take a look at their own numbers. The total number of wigs made is miniscule compared to donations received.
Re: Locks of Love
Posted by SHF on October 03, 2001 at 17:45:06: Previous Next
In Reply to: Re: Locks of Love posted by Victor on October 03, 2001 at 12:07:42:
: Just take a look at their own numbers. The total number of wigs made is miniscule compared to donations received.
It doesn't appear to be very many, does it? In the 4 years since its inception they have given wigs to over 500 children. It takes 10-15 ponytails to make one wig.
If you look at the rest of the site, it is mentioned that 80% of donated hair comes from other children. As I said before, I am not saying that a man who likes his hair long should cut it off just to donate it. If a man (or woman) decides he WANTS to cut his hair off, however, it's better to donate it than to throw it away or store it somewhere in a drawer.