Eight-year-old Kohen Duesterhaus is preparing for a big moment: after two years of growing his hair, he’s ready to chop it off—and the reason goes beyond just a change in style. Kohen plans to donate his hair to a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing wigs for children suffering from hair loss due to medical conditions like cancer and alopecia.
Kohen’s hair growth journey began with an inspiration from his baseball teammates, who were embracing the mullet trend. His mother, Mariah Clark, says Kohen loved the idea of having his hair flow out from under his cap and helmet. “He liked the look of his hair coming out from beneath his cap and helmet,” Clark explained. “So we agreed, and he got the mullet, then just kept growing it.”
As Kohen’s hair grew longer, there were some misunderstandings about his appearance. “It’s gotten extremely long,” Clark said. “A few times, people thought he was a girl, but once they meet him, they quickly realize he’s very much not.”
Kohen, who started growing his hair two years ago, has now decided it’s time for the big cut. He’s chosen to donate his hair to children who are experiencing hair loss, a cause he cares deeply about. “It’s for cancer kids, so they can have a wig,” Kohen said.
The nonprofit Kohen has chosen to support provides free wigs to children in need, ensuring they don’t have to pay for a life-changing gift. Kohen and his mom researched several organizations before settling on the right one. “Some nonprofits charge for wigs, but I explained to Kohen that if he’s donating, the wigs should be free for the kids who need them,” Clark said. “He didn’t hesitate—he wanted to help.”
Kohen’s motivation is simple: “Because I like helping people. And then maybe I’ll help someone,” he said.
While Clark will miss her son’s long hair, Kohen’s younger brother, Jaxon, has a different take. “He hits me with it sometimes, but I’m proud of him,” Jaxon said.
For Kohen, this donation is just the beginning. “I’ll grow my hair again and donate it over and over,” he said with a smile.
The nonprofit Kohen is working with requires hair donations to be at least 8 inches long, and Kohen’s hair exceeds that requirement, measuring a full 14 inches. His big haircut is scheduled for the upcoming Christmas break.
This generous act by the young Lubbock boy serves as a powerful reminder that no matter your age, you can make a significant difference in someone’s life.
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