Brooks 11-year-old donates over a foot of hair to children with hair loss
A young boy from Brooks grew out his hair for an extended period before cutting it off for a charitable cause.
An 11-year-old boy from Brooks has donated more than a foot of his own hair to help children facing hair loss, according to CHAT News Today.
The boy grew his hair long over time with the specific goal of donating it once it reached a sufficient length. After cutting it off, he gave the hair to an organization that creates wigs or hairpieces for children dealing with hair loss.
Those close to the boy say his gesture is meant to bring confidence and happiness to children who are affected by hair loss conditions.
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