You can donate gently used or new wigs to nonprofits, cancer support organizations, local oncology centers, and sometimes community wig exchanges.
Start with wig nonprofits
Organizations such as EBeauty collect wigs, clean and restore them, and provide them to people experiencing medical hair loss.
Check condition first
Most programs want clean wigs in wearable condition. Do not donate a wig with heavy odor, destroyed lace, or severe tangling unless the organization says it accepts restoration projects.
Local options
Ask hospitals, oncology social workers, breast cancer support groups, and local salons if they know current donation programs.
Bottom line
A good donated wig can restore comfort and confidence. Clean it, package it carefully, and send it to a program that actually accepts wigs.