# Latin American hair donation initiatives for oncology > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/latin-american-hair-donation-initiatives-for-oncology > Updated: 2026-10-19T13:03:39.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 2. Social initiatives and non-profit organizations across Latin America are utilizing hair donation drives to support oncology patients through the creation of wigs and prostheses. In Brazil, campaigns such as the ‘Entre Nós’ project in Nova Iguaçu and programs by Rede Mário Gatti in Campinas have organized events to collect hair strands of at least 15 centimeters. These efforts include providing social assistance, makeup services, and mobile units to facilitate the production of wigs, turbans, and specialized pillows for patients. As demand for these items grows, some organizations are facing shortages. In Argentina, the group Pelucas Solidarias Mechones de Vida reported that a lack of raw materials is hindering their ability to fulfill requests, noting that approximately 400 grams of hair are needed per wig. Meanwhile, in Mexico, the DIF of Salvador Alvarado operates a workshop in Sinaloa to provide free handmade oncological wigs and breast prostheses, aiming to reduce the economic burden on families and support the emotional well-being of patients. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Charity organizations call for hair donations to meet rising demand Charity groups in Argentina and Mexico are calling for more hair donations to produce free oncological wigs and prostheses for cancer patients facing rising demand and material shortages. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/charity-organizations-call-for-hair-donations-to-meet-rising-demand ### 2026-10-11: Brazil hair donation drives support oncology patients Brazilian initiatives in Nova Iguaçu and Campinas are collecting hair donations during Pink October to create wigs and support for women undergoing cancer treatment. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nova-iguau-hosts-entre-ns-project-for-pink-october --- Cite as: Latin American hair donation initiatives for oncology. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/latin-american-hair-donation-initiatives-for-oncology