“You are absolutely a Godsend! I was so desperate to find someone who could provide a wig for my sister. Luckily, my daughter found your charity on the internet. You certainly steered us in the right direction! Jean walked out of the salon with the perfect wig that made her feel good about herself again. She asked to go to see friends. No one could tell it was a wig! What a wonderful day! She even put on lipstick at dinner.”

-Vivian, Shadyside

“Thank you, thank you, and thank you a million times over. I am so grateful for your donation for my new “do”. One of the hardest things about this is losing my hair. It’s not about being vain; it’s more of a constant reminder that I’m sick. I might not be feeling sick one day but one look in the mirror and cancer is staring back at me! So thank you for helping me cope with my most difficult part along my journey with cancer. I feel like the luckiest person alive right now because of the help you have provided to me.”

-Kami, South Hills

“I accompanied a friend of mine, diagnosed with ovarian cancer, to your Hair Peace Women’s Circle. I found it to be a very powerful group of strength, care, concern, friendship and spirituality. I am grateful for the help you have given to my dear friend.”

-Ruth, Pittsburgh

“Being single and trying to make ends meet, the gift for the wig has lifted a large burden. Thank you too for the information. I feel like I have some control again over cancer. I have 2 children and a grandson I want to be here to see grow old. Thank you!”

-Sherry, Penn Hills

“When I got word I would lose my hair I was devastated and thought “not my beautiful hair”. One of the wonderful nurses told me about Hair Peace Charities. Thanks to you I was able to get a great looking wig that everyone thinks is my own hair. Without Hair Peace, it would be one more unpleasant experience to remind me I have cancer. Thank you for your compassion.”

-Sandi, Gibsonia

“A special note to let you know how much I appreciate what you have done for me. I could not see my hairbrush for so much hair coming out. Once I got the wig you helped me to buy, I was a new person. It made me feel pretty again so I could go out in confidence.”

-Esther, Cranberry Township

“Thank you for the books that provided so much information, the prayers and mediation book was of great comfort. I also especially enjoyed the notes of prayer, well wishing and concern from people I did not even know who took time to send thoughtful cards. These expressions of kindness helped me to realize I was not alone.”

-Helen, Scott Township

“Before I had cancer, I never knew about Hair Peace Charities but now it is close to my heart. My girlfriends had a party for me when I finished treatments. They collected donations and told me to give it to a charity and yours came to mind first. I want to pay it forward so more women will be blessed with your kindness. I know, because I was one of them.”

-Brenda, Hampton

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Hair Peace Board of Directors

​​The Board of Directors of Hair Peace Charities functions as a working board assisting the Executive Director to promote our services and help fundraise to further our mission.

Bonny Diver

Bonny Diver

Executive Director

Jane Lewis-Volk

Jane Lewis-Volk

Board President

Paula McIlvried

Paula McIlvried

Secretary

Jamie Hall

Jamie Hall

Office Staff & Finances

Maureen Turo

Maureen Turo

Treasurer

Laura Kunig

Laura Kunig

Lori Geiger (left)

Lori Geiger (left)

Ashley Smock

Ashley Smock

Donato Coluccio

Donato Coluccio

Lisa Graf

Lisa Graf

Karri Rickard

Karri Rickard

Roberta Kozel

Roberta Kozel

Susan Kelly

Susan Kelly

Honorary Board Members

Mary Beth Malay MD

Rebecca Watters

Joella Baker

Ray Leonard

Karen Reinsel

 

Our Commitment to Hair Peace Charities

​​The Board of Directors of Hair Peace Charities functions as a working board assisting the Executive Director to promote our services and help fundraise to further our mission.

“The reason I joined the Board of Hair Peace Charities, is because I love that it’s women helping women during a very difficult time in their life. I have been volunteering at Recipe For Hope for almost 10 years and am happy to do as much as  can to help!” -Lori Geiger

 

“I am honored to serve on the Board for Hair Peace as a young adult cancer survivor because now I can help to raise awareness while also supporting other women walking through their cancer journeys.” -Ashley Smock

 

“I became a part of Hair Peace in honor and in memory of friends and family who have fought cancer.” -Paula McIlvried

 

“I’m proud to be a part of this organization and humbled by the stories of strong women and girls battling cancer and supporting others with what they’ve learned through their experiences.” -Jane Volk

 

“I was personally helped by Hair Peace and feel happy to give back for the future. As a breast cancer survivor I’m honored to pay the help and care I received forward.” -Jill Neely

 

“I like to pay it forward.  HPC was good to me and I want to help the Charity any way I can.” -Lisa Graf

What Is Hair Peace? 

Hair Peace Charities Helps women and girls, who live in western Pennsylvania with financial assistance to purchase a wig needed due to cancer.  Hair Peace also offers cancer-fighting information, encouragement, and faith with support groups.  Hair Peace Charities will provide up to $250 towards a purchase of a wig.

To Receive Financial Assistance for the purchase of a wig, individuals must speak with Bonny by calling 412-327-5177.  Determination of assistance needed along with a list of supporting salons will be provided at that time. Salons cannot request assistance on behalf of clients.

Hair

Hair Peace Charities helps with the funds to purchase a wig. Cancer treatment is expensive with time off work and copays.

Prayer

We offer to pray for each person who calls for help. Our prayer team also mails cards of encouragement and hope. 

Care

We have the Bridge to Wellness, support groups and information to help while in treatment and beyond.

Bonny's Story

Hair Peace Charities was started by Bonny Diver, a local radio personality, after finding a lump in her breast after a horseback riding accident.

Watch her video  to hear how it all began.

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