Strand Up for Cancer

Hope begins, one strand at a time.

Be the voice, be the "HOPE"

Strand Up for Cancer (SUFC) is a youth-led initiative of the Manila Downtown YMCA Youth Club dedicated to supporting patients who experience long-term hair loss caused by illness and medical treatment. Through hair donations, we craft wigs that restore not only appearance but also a sense of dignity, comfort, and renewed self-confidence. Each strand given is more than just hair—it’s a gift of hope and strength.

How to Donate?

Hair Donation

  1. Make sure your hair lock meets our requirements

  2. Fill out the donation form

  3. Message our Facebook or Instagram page to coordinate your donation

  4. Deliver your hair to our Strand Up for Cancer Receiving Area: Manila Downtown YMCA (945 Sabino Padilla St., Sta. Cruz, Manila

Monetary Donation

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BDO
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  1. Fill out Monetary Donation Form and upload the proof of transaction

  2. Wait for our team to confirm your donation

How to Request?

1. Prepare the following:
    - Your story/journey
    - Related documents
    - Any photo of yourself
2. Fill up the wig request form
3. Wait for us to message you directly to coordinate other important details

Impact

Strand Up for Cancer has already made a meaningful difference over the past decade, supporting hundreds of patients across the Philippines who are coping with hair loss due to illness. With the help of over 2,656 generous donors and dedicated volunteers, we’ve been able to transform hair donations into wigs that restore dignity and self-confidence. This initiative serves as a bridge—connecting the compassion of givers with the resilience of those receiving, proving that every act of kindness can spark hope.

Testimonies

Hear the heartfelt stories of our donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries—real experiences that show how every strand shared creates comfort, confidence, and hope

Strand Up for Cancer: Hope begins, one strand at a time