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Jake's story
Wednesday 6th MarFour years ago in kindergarten, with the coolest overgrown hair during the Covid 2020 lockdown, Jake found out from his Mum that people could donate their hair to make wigs for children with sicknesses or conditions. Straight away, he decided this is what he wanted to do.
Now in Year 4, Jake’s been working on this goal for over four whole years! (with only one big trim in Year 1 to correct his Covid home-job hack). Throughout, and especially during the first few years, cute ambitious Jake would constantly request we’d measure his hair with a ruler to monitor his progress. His even inspired a few friends to donate their ponytails.
Not only does he have the most gentle caring heart, but Jake’s shown great perseverance and dedication to make a difference to those impacted by conditions and sicknesses. He’s also demonstrated exceptional resilience and maturity in the face of gender assumptions, old fashioned ideologies and the odd taunt. His parents, family and friends couldn’t be any more proud of him.
AND NOW THE TIME HAS COME!
Jake’s donating his
hair to Wigs 4 Kids™ in March.
To show our support for Jake and also participate in the ‘gift of giving’ we invite you to join Jake in raising funds for the much appreciated Chris O’Brien Lifehouse.
If you’d like to donate (to help raise $500 for each of his hair-growing years), you can upload your own profile pic after you complete your donation and leave a message of encouragement for Jake. We’re sure he’ll treasure your messages forever - just as much as having short hair during this humidity and not needing to blow dry his hair!
Thanks for your love and support x
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ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$105.50
Todd Cetin
$105.50
Aunty Dan
Well done, mate. It’s cool to be kind. ✌️ I love your long hair, but having short hair is the best! I’m talking from experience here… it’s going to ‘shave off’ 15 minutes from getting ready every morning! 💇🏻
$81
Harrison And William Mckeown
Hi Jake we are so proud to have you as our cousin growing your hair long now to donate it to Wigs 4 Kids is truly great. You are a very generous person. Love Harrison and William. We have donated the money that we have saved over the last months to go to the Easter Show but when our Nanny Wendy told us of your selfishness we wanted you to receive this on behalf of the Chris O’Brien Life House .
$79.13
Grandad John And Aj
Hey Jake, we know by your actions that giving your hair is not just about making a donation to someone that needs a wig to wear it's about making a difference and waiting 4 years for your hair to grow not only takes determination but also shows once you set a goal you go all out to meet it. We know you're unlikely to meet the person or people who wear it but we hope they wear it proudly and it makes them feel better for what you have done. Great Job - Love Grandad John and AJ.
$79.13
Uncle Brad, Aunty Ange, Loges & Kobi
Well done!! We are so proud of you Jake!!!
$79.13
Maurice William Horsfall
It's a good thing that you have done, Jake.
$75
Oosh
My darling Jake. What a truly wonderful thing you are doing. I’m extremely proud of you. It is such a hair raising achievement. Luv Oosh xx
$53.75
Kristy C
Congratulations, Jake! Your decision to cut your hair for charity is truly admirable. Your selfless act will make a significant difference in someone else's life. Well done!
$52.75
Jennifer Hore
Well done Jake, you make your family proud.
$52.75
Angelene Harris
Nice work you little legend!
$52.75
Ella, Chloe And Mia
Dear Jake, What a truly wonderful thing you have done to help sick kids! We are very proud and inspired by your generosity and determination. Lots of love from your buddies Ella, Chloe and Mia
$52.75
Joseph, Amelia And James Lavorato
Great work Jake. What a selfless act to donate your hair for such a worthy cause. Can’t wait to see the new look. All the best buddy x x x
$52.75
Simon Davies
Hi Jake, I’m a friend of your dad. You’re doing a really good thing to help other kids and I think you’re pretty amazing for doing that. I know your mum and dad are super proud of you. Well done buddy. All the best. Simon, Helena, Charlotte & Eloise.
$52.75
Sabrina Gewargis
Go Jake!! Such a wonderful thing you are doing! You’re going to make someone feel so special!!
$52.75
Savanah And Skylar Xxx
What a wonderful thing you are doing Jake!! You rock!!
$52.75
Matthew Austin
Well done Jake! Such a great cause and you have shown amazing dedication to the cause. You’re such a great kind hearted kid for donating your hair and I know whoever is lucky enough to receive your hair will be eternally greatful
$52.75
Greg Hore
Well done Jake!!
$52.75
Georgia & Ethan Vedder
Great work Jake!! Such an awesome thing you are doing!!
$52.75
Mich
Well done Jake! You should be so proud of yourself :) Your caring and kind soul hasn't gone unnoticed so thank you for making this world a better place!
$50
Mum (aka Clare)
My Jakey-boy, You are one of the most amazing people I know. You’re sheer determination and kind heart is incredibly admirable. Well done! You should be proud that you’re making a positive difference, in more ways than one. We’re certainly bursting with pride! Keep reaching for the stars buddy. Love you always, to infinity and back ❤️ Mum xxxx (a kiss for each hair-growing year).
$50
Dad (aka Ricky)
Jake, my little man, Setting this goal at such a young age, doubling that goal at 40cm+! and not letting anyone (including me, because it takes ages to dry your hair on swimming nights) change your mind over the years. You’re a champion mate. Love Dad 👊
$50
Luke
To Jake, Good choice for donating your hair for the sick kids. I’m donating my Return & Earn money to help raise money too. Good job Jake ⭐️ Remember your word jumble? Well I love you my ‘HERO’-brother. Love Luke.
$50
G G
My Darling boy, Congratulations on achieving the target you set yourself. I know God will reward you and especially the sick children and Chris O'Brien patients will benefit in what you have done. Keep doing good work. ☘ Love G.G.
$26.38
Leanne (your Aunt From Another Time)
Hi Jakey. So proud of what you’re doing at such a young age. your gesture will change so many lives 🙄
$21.10
Anonymous
Well done Jake you are a legend
Good on you Jake. Awesome hair for an awesome cause. As Luke would say, you’re Awwwwsome!