WEST ALLIS, Wis. - The West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation & Community Services Department is set to host the 5th Annual Cuts for Kids event on Monday, August 25 at the Recreation Center located at 2450 S. 68th Street.
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With the new school year starting soon, we believe that parents/guardians shouldn’t have to make the tough decision between purchasing new school supplies or receiving a new haircut. The increasing prices for both often mean parents/guardians need to choose one or the other. Now, families in our school district have peace of mind when it comes to beginning the new school year on the right foot, and a little bit of extra cash in their pockets.
“This event was created to provide elementary school students with the confidence to return to school on a positive note,” Program Manager Bobby Foreman said. “It has grown to become a day about so much more. Year after year, the same barbers, stylists and local businesses have shown up for our youth, leaving a lasting impact for the children in our district.”
“As many families were faced with devastating flooding weeks ago, 2025 might be the most important year yet,” Foreman continued. “The flooding has only increased the stress of ensuring the child returns to school prepared, and that’s where the WAWM RCS Department comes in.”
The event runs from 9am-3pm at the Recreation Center in West Allis where WAWM district elementary age students receive a complimentary haircut along with school supplies to help prepare them for the upcoming school year.
The event will host several barber shops and salons from the surrounding area including Victory Cuts, Legacy Cuts, Mi Casa Salon, Tease Salon and Mr. V’s Barbiera along with food from Rupenas, backpacks and school supplies from Khalsa Aid and stools from B&K Bar Supply. Volunteer t-shirts for the event have been sponsored by Gruber Law Offices.
Please Note: You must attend a district school and have an appointment in order to attend.
Questions? Please contact Bobby Foreman at [email protected] or call 414-604-4968. For media inquiries, please contact Robyn Versnik at [email protected] or call 414-604-4912.