Wigs 4 Kids Honored, to Hold Gala This Week

Adults who played games of chance at the 's this summer may have thought they had a good hand, but actually a local charity was the big winner.

The business association Wednesday presented Wigs 4 Kids with a $1,000 check from the Aquafest Casino Night. The money will be used by the non-profit organization to help children and young adults who are experiencing hair loss receive custom-fitted, age-appropriate wigs.

"The need is growing," said Maggie Varney, founder of Wigs 4 Kids, who has seen the need for wigs triple this year. "We could not do this without the love and support of the community. I thank you, and the kids thank you."

The donation comes just days before Wigs 4 Kids annual fundraising gala. The "" event will be held from 6-11 p.m. Friday at . 

The event is the largest source of revenue for the charity, which has provided more than 500 wigs and services to Michigan children at no cost to them or their families.

“It is an honor and a privilege to serve these children, who are an inspiration to us all. This event is our greatest celebration of their courage,” Varney said. “It is a wonderful way for supporters of the Wigs 4 Kids program to see firsthand the difference they are making in the lives of these children.”

Tickets for the event are available for $75 per person. For more information, visit http://www.wigs4kids.org/buy_gala_tickets.html