Popular Wicker Park salon partners with community organizations to bring warmth to those in need with free haircuts in exchange for coat donations.
CHICAGO, IL / ACCESSWIRE / November 14, 2024 / BANG! Salon Chicago is excited to announce the return of its annual Cuts for Coats Drive on November 24, an event dedicated to collecting coats for those in need as the winter season approaches. This will be the ninth year that BANG! Salon has hosted the drive, providing complimentary haircuts to participants who bring new or gently used coats to the Wicker Park location. All collected items will be donated to The Night Ministry and Trans Chicago, two local nonprofits actively supporting Chicago's homeless and at-risk populations.
This year's Cuts for Coats Drive is made possible through collaborations with the Wicker Park Chamber of Commerce and a host of local businesses. Participants can experience the welcoming atmosphere BANG! Salon is known for, with live music from acclaimed local house music artists, DJ Lady D, Josh Gellerman, and Mikey Hahn. Guests will also enjoy coffee from Passion House Coffee Roasters and pastries from Mindy's Bakery. Community members who donate a coat are entered into a raffle featuring prizes from local businesses, including PassionHouse Coffee Roasters, Cinnaholic, Black Luxe Candle Co., Luxo Nail Spa, Innovative Med Spa, Kevin Murphy, BANG! Salon, and Lock&Loaded.
"Homelessness is an ever-growing concern in our city, and as a local business, it's important for us to give back and unite the community in any way we can," said Eli Mancha, Owner and Master Stylist at BANG! Salon. "Our Cuts for Coats Drive is more than just a donation drive; it's a day for people to come together with great music, food, and community spirit to make a difference."
BANG! Salon encourages participants to call in advance to secure one of the 80 available 30-minute haircut slots. Those interested in joining the event without a haircut are also welcome to donate a coat and enter the raffle. Winners of the raffle will be announced on November 26.
With homelessness on the rise in Chicago and an estimated 18,836 individuals experiencing homelessness in shelters or unsheltered locations, the Cuts for Coats Drive aims to provide warmth and support to individuals and families as temperatures drop.
About BANG! Salon Chicago
Founded by award-winning stylist Eli Mancha, BANG! Salon Chicago is located in Chicago's vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood. Known for its fresh, trend-driven styles and commitment to quality, BANG! Salon creates a welcoming atmosphere where every client's experience is unique and memorable. The salon prides itself on community engagement and continually seeks ways to support and give back to its local community.
For more information, visit www.bangsalonchicago.com
Media Contact Information
Taylor Hahn
BANG! Salon Chicago
1259 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Email: taylorhahn19@gmail.com
Phone: (314) 704-7895
Website: www.bangsalonchicago.com
SOURCE: Bang! Salon Chicago
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