Sonam Kapoor’s charitable giving

Donating Hair for Charity (June 23, 2025)

Yesterday, Sonam Kapoor chopped off 12 inches of her signature long hair and donated it to charity, sharing the transformation in an Instagram video. This heartfelt gesture underlines her commitment to supporting meaningful causes and has inspired fans  

 Supporting Pediatric Cancer & Nutrition

Cuddles Foundation (2016 onward): Sonam became a goodwill ambassador for this NGO, which supports underprivileged children with cancer. She pledged to "look after the nutritional requirements of 10 children," collaborating with a team of nutritionists and frequently visiting hospitals like Tata Memorial to read stories, engage with, and bring gifts to young patients .

Charity Dinner (March 2017): Hosted a fundraising gala for Cuddles, bringing attention to pediatric cancer nutrition and generating essential funds .

 Malnutrition Eradication & Food Security

In August 2016, she was appointed a goodwill ambassador for Fight Hunger Foundation—addressing malnutrition in states like Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh. Sonam’s hands-on involvement included hospital visits and urging public participation to "create a hunger-free India" 

Charity Auctions & Donations

Wardrobe Auction for Smile Foundation (2012–2013): Sonam auctioned designer clothes via stylist Pernia Qureshi’s platform, raising funds for the Smile Foundation to support underprivileged children's education .

Rouble Nagi Art Foundation (2014): Supported underprivileged children by promoting their artwork, helping to fund their programs through her presence and contributions /

Mijwan Welfare Society (2015): Walked the runway to support girls’ empowerment through this non-profit .

Animal Welfare

As a PETA supporter, she petitioned against glass-coated festival kite strings, which harm birds .

During the 2020 COVID lockdown, Sonam and husband Anand Ahuja pledged 100% of Bhaane e-shop revenue toward feeding stray animals 

Rights & Awareness Campaigns

Breast Cancer Awareness: In 2012, she urged fans to donate to the Ogaan Cancer Foundation and became an ambassador for the Elle campaign on breast cancer awareness .

Human Trafficking: Partnered with human rights organizations in August 2019, raising awareness and supporting charities focused on rescuing trafficking victims .

Other Causes & Contributions

Widows & Orphans of Film Workers (2009): Participated in the IIFA fashion show to benefit these groups 

Environmental issues: Boycotted harmful kite strings; campaigned for animal welfare 

 Summary of Sonam Kapoor’s Philanthropy

Cause

Key Actions

Pediatric Cancer Nutrition

Ambassadorship, hospital visits, fundraising

Malnutrition

Foundation work, awareness

Education & Child Welfare

Auctions, art events, runway shows

Animal Welfare

Donations, advocacy

Women’s Health & Rights

Campaigns, film endorsements

LGBTQ+ Equality

Social support and activism

Anti-Trafficking

Fundraisers, awareness events

Support for vulnerable film industry workers

Fashion charity events

Why This Matters

Sonam Kapoor is more than just a celebrated actress—she actively uses her influence to drive social change, from grassroots hospital visits to high-profile fundraising events. Her actions span a wide spectrum of issues: from health and nutrition to human rights and environmental protection.

The hair-donation event on June 23, 2025, serves as a contemporary example of her ongoing commitment to philanthropy, combining personal transformation with meaningful giving 

If you’d like deeper insights into any specific initiative—such as her ongoing work with pediatric cancer charities, LGBTQ awareness efforts, or recent fundraising campaigns—feel free to ask!