Her 6 sons are bullied for their long hair, but then they cut it all off and everyone realizes why
Her 6 sons were bullied for their long hair — but then they cut it all off, and everyone realized the truth.
In Cheektowaga, New York, Phoebe Kannisto’s six sons faced daily bullying and judgment for their long hair, from her five-year-old triplets to her ten-year-old. Many assumed it was just a style choice — but it was actually a mission of love.
After losing a close family friend to cancer, the boys decided to grow their hair to donate it to Children With Hair Loss, a nonprofit giving free wigs to kids with medical-related hair loss.
Despite months of teasing, they stayed committed. When the day came, they cut and donated a total of 17 feet of hair. Instantly, the criticism turned into admiration.
Phoebe’s family story is a reminder that kindness, purpose, and compassion go deeper than appearances. These boys didn’t just grow hair — they grew strength, empathy, and inspired an entire community.
