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WIGGED OUT INC
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 452496316 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE G30 · Voluntary Health Associations · Small ($100K-$1M) · wiggedout.org
revenue
$346K
expenses
$203K
net assets
$286K
employees
0
volunteers
5
program ratio
97%
mission · from form 990

To RETURN A SENSE OF SELF AND CONFIDENCE TO INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED HAIR LOSS DUE TO A MEDICAL CONDITION BY PROVIDING WIGS, HAIRPIECES, AND HAIR ACCESSORIES

profile · synthesized from sources

WIGGED OUT INC provides funding for wigs, caps, scarves, hats, and hair care kits to individuals experiencing medically-related hair loss. The organization also distributes "Courage Bags" to cancer patients. They primarily serve residents of Arizona or those temporarily residing in the state for treatment.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Courage Bags
Distributes bags containing a hat, Courage Lion stuffed animal, chapstick, hand sanitizer, and a branded bag to color, to inpatient and outpatient cancer patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Encouragement Kit Program
Mails kits to children experiencing medically-related hair loss upon request.
Hair Donation Program
Accepts hair donations to create halos for children and adults experiencing medically-related hair loss.
Wig Funding Program
Provides financial assistance for individuals to purchase wigs, caps, scarves, hats, and hair care kits from reputable wig boutiques in Arizona, for those experiencing medically-related hair loss.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Hair Donation and Wig Support for Medically Related Hair Loss 11 activities
    • Encouragement Kit Program
      Operates an "Encouragement Kit" program that mails kits to children experiencing medically related hair loss.
    • Encouragement Kit program for children
      Mails "Encouragement Kits" to children experiencing medically related hair loss, providing supportive items to promote emotional well-being.
    • Encouragement Kit program for children
      Mails "Encouragement Kits" to children experiencing medically related hair loss, providing emotional and practical support through curated items.
    • Encouragement Kit program for children
      Operates an "Encouragement Kit" program that mails supportive care packages to children experiencing medically related hair loss.
    • Financial Assistance for Wigs and Hair Accessories
      Provides financial assistance to individuals experiencing medically related hair loss, covering the cost of wigs, halos, caps, scarves, hats, and hair care kits directly through payments to wig boutiques for approved applicants.
    • Financial assistance for medically related hair loss
      Provides direct financial support to individuals with medically related hair loss to purchase wigs, halos, caps, scarves, hats, hair care kits, and related accessories, with funds disbursed directly to wig boutiques for approved applicants.
    • Financial assistance for medically related hair loss
      Provides direct financial assistance to individuals experiencing medically related hair loss to purchase wigs, halos, caps, scarves, hats, hair care kits, and related accessories. Funds are disbursed directly to wig boutiques for approved applicants, with remaining balances available for wig maintenance or additional head coverings.
    • Financial assistance for wigs and head coverings
      Provides direct financial assistance to individuals with medically related hair loss to purchase wigs, halos, caps, scarves, hats, and hair care kits, with funds disbursed directly to wig boutiques for approved applicants.
    • Hair Donation and Halo Wig Sponsorship
      Accepts hair donations to create halos for children and adults experiencing medically related hair loss and sponsors halo wigs for children made by Crowns of Courage.
    • Hair donation and halo wig sponsorship
      Accepts donated human hair to create halos for children and adults experiencing medically related hair loss and sponsors the production of halo wigs for children through a partnership with Crowns of Courage.
    • Halo wig sponsorship and hair donation program
      Accepts donated human hair to create halos for children and adults experiencing medically related hair loss and sponsors the production of halo wigs through partnerships with organizations like Crowns of Courage.
  • Charity Golf Tournament 4 activities
    • Annual fundraising events
      Hosts recurring fundraising events including an annual Golf Classic (attracting over 150 participants), a spring raffle, and a pickleball tournament to support individuals with medically related hair loss.
    • Annual fundraising events
      Hosts recurring fundraising events including an annual Golf Classic (with raffle) that attracts over 150 participants, a spring raffle, and a pickleball tournament to support individuals with medically related hair loss.
    • Annual fundraising events
      Hosts recurring fundraising events including an annual Golf Classic (with raffle) that attracts over 150 participants, a spring raffle, and a Grand Raffle with high-value prizes such as a Saint Laurent wallet in 2024, all supporting individuals with medically related hair loss.
    • Fundraising Events and Raffles
      Organizes various fundraising events, including an annual Golf Classic event attracting over 150 participants, a pickleball tournament, and multiple annual raffles (including a Grand Raffle and spring raffle), to support individuals experiencing medically related hair loss.
  • Comfort and Care Kits for Hospitalized Youth 4 activities
    • Courage Bag Distribution
      Distributes "Courage Bags" containing comfort items to inpatient and outpatient cancer patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital monthly.
    • Courage Bags distribution at Phoenix Children's Hospital
      Distributes "Courage Bags" monthly to inpatient and outpatient pediatric cancer patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital, containing a hat, stuffed animal, chapstick, hand sanitizer, and a branded coloring bag.
    • Courage Bags distribution at Phoenix Children's Hospital
      Distributes "Courage Bags" monthly to inpatient and outpatient pediatric cancer patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital. Each bag contains a hat, stuffed animal, chapstick, hand sanitizer, and a branded coloring bag.
    • Courage Bags distribution at Phoenix Children's Hospital
      Distributes "Courage Bags" monthly to inpatient and outpatient pediatric cancer patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital, including a hat, stuffed animal, chapstick, hand sanitizer, and a branded coloring bag.
  • Charity Galas and Auctions 1 activity
    • Periodic raffle fundraising activities
      Conducts multiple raffles annually, including a Grand Raffle and themed raffles with prizes such as a Saint Laurent wallet in 2024 and prior raffles in 2023, to raise funds for the organization’s mission.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Community awareness and support events
      Organizes community events such as a pickleball tournament and other gatherings to raise awareness and support for individuals experiencing medically related hair loss.
    • Community events for individuals with medical hair loss
      Organizes community events to support and raise awareness for individuals experiencing hair loss due to medical conditions, fostering connection and visibility.
    • Grand Raffle and periodic raffle events
      Operates a Grand Raffle and hosts multiple annual raffles with prizes (e.g., a Saint Laurent wallet in 2024) to raise funds for the organization’s mission.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$346K
Contributions & grants$346K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$203K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$286K
Cash$263K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$286K
Liquid reserves15.5 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +303.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 5
  • CHELSEA KUNDE — TREASURER
  • KATIE PERRY — PRESIDENT
  • LINDSEY DIES — SECRETARY
  • Randall Smalley — Independent director
  • Toby Keller — director
relationships · 22

who they work with

  • 4 Gen Homes Partner — David Mikes, founder of 4 Gen Homes, is a dedicated supporter and volunteer for Wigged Out.
  • Ace Pickleball Club Partner — Mookie McDevitt, co-chair of the 2025 Pickleball Classic, is the VP of Strategic Partnerships for Ace Pickleball Club and co-owns an ACE franchise.
  • Arizona Wig Boutique Partner — Wig shop partner
  • Classy Sisters Wigs Partner — Provided a wig to a recipient that matched her hair color and style.
  • Classy Sisters Wigs Partner — Wig shop partner
  • Crowns of Courage Partner — Partners to give back to the pediatric population by sponsoring halo wigs for children and providing Courage Bags.
  • Designer Wig Outlet Partner — Wig shop partner
  • Glow Designer Wigs Partner — Wig shop partner
  • Ironwood Cancer Center Partner — Receives donated wigs from Paris Wigs, a partner of Wigged Out.
  • MD Anderson Boutique of Hope Partner — Wig shop partner
  • Mayo Clinic Wig Boutique Partner — Wig shop partner
  • Men’s Art Council Partner — Board member Randall Smalley comes from this organization, indicating a connection.
  • Paris Wigs Partner — Wig boutique partner that accepts gently used wig donations, cleans and sanitizes them, and donates them to women at Ironwood Cancer Center.
  • Paris Wigs Partner — Wig shop partner in Chandler
  • Phoenix Children's Hospital Partner — Distributes Courage Bags to inpatient and outpatient cancer patients every month.
  • Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center Partner — Board member Toby Keller has served on this organization, indicating a professional connection.
  • Steele Children’s Research Center Partner — Executive Director Kendall Chester serves on the Phoenix Women’s Board (PANDA) of this center, indicating a professional affiliation.
  • Tina’s Treasures Partner — Wig shop partner (Cancer Boutique)
  • Waste Management Phoenix Open Partner — Provides VIP tournament tickets as part of the Golf Classic Raffle prize package.
  • Wellness Community Partner — Board member Toby Keller has served on this organization, indicating a professional connection.
  • Wigs Amor Partner — Wig shop partner in Scottsdale
  • Wigs Amor Partner — Wig shop partner in Sun City