S U P P O R T
Australia
WIG & HAIR LOSS FOUNDATIONS, SUPPORT GROUPS, CHARITIES,
FINANCIAL SUPPORT & DONATE HAIR FOR WIGS
See the link below for Cancer Council Australia & individual states for more information.
BCNA provides a service finder for support groups and services, including wig providers and hairdressers.
They have a podcast and online network for navigating hair loss from breast cancer treatment.
Kids with Cancer Foundation / Wigs 4 Kids
Website: kidswithcancer.org.au
Wigs 4 Kids page: kidswithcancer.org.au/donate-hair
Phone: (02) 9680 7444 Free call: 1800 255 522
Contact: support@kidswithcancer.org.au
The Wigs4Kids by the Kids with Cancer Foundation Australia provides a comprehensive guide on how individuals can support children experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment through hair donation and fundraising. The program focuses on restoring a child’s confidence and sense of normality by providing bespoke, Australian-made human hair wigs at no cost to families. Here, you can find specific hair donation guidelines or start online fundraisers to help cover the significant costs of wig manufacturing and broader family support services.
The AAAF is a national charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with all forms of alopecia.
The organisation holds youth and adult education programs, runs awareness events and fundraising initiatives, gives peer support, help individuals and families navigate the emotional and practical aspects of hair loss.
They have resources for…children, teens, and adults, including help accessing wigs and headwear.
Select your State:
Hair with Heart is the national fundraising and hair donation program run by Variety.
They support children who have lost their hair due to medical conditions such as alopecia or cancer and provide grants to help families afford wigs.
And they promote hair donations to supply high quality wigs for kids in need.
Website: angelwigs.com.au
Phone: Free toll 1300 137 723
Email: info@angelwigs.com.au
Angel Wigs is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating custom wigs for individuals experiencing medical hair loss.
Using hair generously donated by the public, they craft personalised wigs and provide clear guidance on how to donate or apply for a wig. Support for individuals and families
Brisbane
Contact: Charmayne Troian
Freedom Hair
Sole Qld Consultant & Supplier
Tues to Fri from 9.30am to 4.30pm
PO Box 63, Alderley Qld 4051
Phone: 0401 811 655
email: ActiveLifeHair@outlook.com
Blossom Hair may be able to support and guide you, if you are experiencing medical hair loss, and are eligible for financial support through Australian government funding schemes and charitable organisations.
These programs are designed to ease the cost of high-quality wigs for people undergoing treatment or living with permanent conditions like alopecia.
There is also funding for children.
Pink Finss is a not-for-profit organisation supporting women with cancer in the Hawkesbury region. They offer practical assistance, emotional support, and financial aid tailored to each woman’s needs.
They also provide access to counselling, support groups, transport assistance and more.
Website: www.cmtpsychology.com.au/alopecia-support-group
Phone: +61 403 525 847
Healthspace: Unit 14-15, 14 Brierly St, Weston ACT 2611
Contact page: here
Mental Health:
A 5-week program designed to provide mental health support for those experiencing the distress of hair loss.
The State-wide Equipment Program (SWEP)
The Statewide Equipment Program (SWEP) in Victoria, Australia, offers financial assistance for wigs and hair pieces to adults and children, with permanent or long term hair loss due to medical conditions or disabilities.
SWEP is a subsidy-based scheme. This means they do not fund the full cost of every item and you must be a Victorian resident.
Other Support Resources
Mental Health:
Beyond Blue provides support for anxiety or depression related to hair loss, accessible via 1300 22 4636.
