What to Donate to Kids in Children’s Hospitals

Not sure what to donate to children’s hospitals? Here are four gift ideas that will not only show your love and support but also make hospitalized kids happy!

1. Toys, books, arts and crafts – Donated toys like stuffed animals can bring kids comfort and relief, as it reminds them of their home life. When kids play with these items, it has high therapeutic value and supports their healing and growth like it did for Danika when she received her Starlight Toy Delivery. Not sure how to donate toys to a children’s hospital? Consider donating toys through Starlight, who will directly deliver Starlight Toy Deliveries to its national network of over 800 medical facilities. $25 can fund one pallet of toys for hospitalized kids.

2. Video Games – Playing video games is a great way to distract kids from pain and boredom from long hospital stays. Chances for decision-making and problem solving empower kids in an environment where they don’t have many choices. Kids can feel less anxious and be in a better mood like Patrick was playing on the Starlight Gaming Station.  Donate video games to children’s hospitals by funding Starlight Nintendo Switch Gaming Stations and Handhelds, which come pre-loaded with 25 games and meet strict infection safety protocols.

3. Wagon Joyrides - Staying in the hospital room for hours, days and weeks can take an emotional toll on kids. They can feel increasingly anxious and fearful of an unfamiliar environment. Taking kids on a wagon ride can give them a sense of comfort, security and safety, like it did for Emily in the Starlight Hero Wagon. Emily found so much peace she didn’t need her anxiety medication! Consider donating a Starlight Radio Flyer Hero Wagons, which is specially made for the hospital with an IV pole attachment and medical-grade fabric.

4. Comforting Hospital Gowns - One of the most stressful experiences in a child’s hospital journey is changing from their personal clothes into a hospital gown. When kids have comfortable gowns with beloved characters, kids feel less anxious and overwhelmed. The comfort and familiar design of Allison’s Starlight Hospital Gown made her feel less anxious, causing her to become more compliant with her medical procedures! Donating just $40 can fund one Starlight Hospital Gown.

Every moment a child spends in the hospital is a challenge. Still, you have the power to bring comfort, joy and relief to kids right now. 

Donate today to children’s hospitals and make an impact on a child tomorrow! 

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