"Leah, A"H, was a very dear friend of ours. She sadly passed away on June 22, 2022.
We are donating our hair to make wigs for girls who don't have hair. Leah was very sweet and caring to all.
We are sure her neshama will get an aliyah from this mitzvah we are dedicating to her.
-- Ruthie Radner and Devorah Schechter
About Locks For Leah
What is Locks For Leah?
'Locks for Leah' was created by friends of Leah Torgow, A'H. The purpose of Locks for Leah is to honor Leah's neshama by donating hair which will then be used to make wigs for girls who don't have hair.
When is the Locks For Leah event?UPDATED TIME!!!
Leah's yahrtzeit is 25 Sivan, which is Shabbos June 10, 2026. The THIRD 'Locks for Leah' hair donating event is tentatively scheduled to IY"H take place on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Platform 18 in Royal Oak at 1:30 PM, and probably ending at around 3:30. In the past, the event was held at a salon; this year, all participants will cut their hair beforehand and bring the braids to the event. Details will be announced.
What can I expect?
By May 31, 2026, you will be advised of the participating sheitel machers and salons where you can get your braids cut and your hair styled, for no charge.
On June 21, 2026, participants will gather at Platform 18 to donate their braids, enjoy plenty of food for all guests, and receive 'Locks-For-Leah' gifts.
WHERE WILL 'LOCKS FOR LEAH' BE?
Locks for Leah 2026 will be hosted by Platform, 18, which is conveniently located at 116 East 7th Street
Royal Oak, MI 48067.
REQUIREMENTS
YOUR PONYTAIL MUST BE AT LEAST 12 INCHES LONG!
When you measure your ponytail, you need to be sure to measure it from where it will be cut. For example, if your pony tail is 12 inches long measuring from the top of your head, but you obviously won't cut it from the top of your head, then that is not the correct measurement. The donated ponytail that is ultimately cut must measure at least 12 inches. If you are not sure if your pony tail is long enough, please feel free to reach out to Naomi Radner at 248-910-6188 or NaomiRadner@gmail.com
YOUR HAIR MUST BE CLEAN & COMPLETELY DRY!!!
Please be sure to wash and dry your hair the night before you donate it. If your hair is even a little bit damp, it cannot be donated until it is completely dry. To ensure that the donation event goes as smoothly as possible, please clean it and COMPLETELY dry it the night before it is cut.
HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL JOIN YOU?
We want to make sure there is plenty of food for all our attendees and guests. We are not asking for a guarantee from you; but we need to have an estimate of how many people we can expect. Please include that information, to the best of your ability, when you register.