Knowledge: cheer and support
See Also:
Links
- Mommy's Light
http://www.mommyslight.org/ - Dedicated to serving children who have lost or will lose a mother by keeping alive traditions and memories.
- TLC for Angels
http://tlcforangels.tripod.com/ - Crafters who knit caps, afghans, booties, dress, gowns, and other items for hospitalized preemies, infants, and seriously ill children.
- Project Linus
http://www.orgsites.com/ga/projectlinus/ - Northwest Atlanta Chapter provides hand-made blankets for traumatized or sick children in the tradition of the security blanket-toting tot of the Peanuts comic strip. [Georgia]
- The Andy Ruenes Foundation
http://www.theandyruenesfoundation.org/ - A non profit organization to benefit kids and teens suffering from life threatening diseases. Volunteer information, calendar of events, and foundation history provided.
- Operation Give
http://operationgive.org/ - Coordinates the collection and distribution of toys and other items for Iraqi children.
- Hope for Henry Foundation
http://www.hopeforhenry.org/ - A foundation providing special gifts of consumer electronics to children hospitalized with life-threatening diseases.
- Grahamtastic Connection
http://www.grahamtastic.org/ - Offers free computers, Internet access, and technical support to children with cancer and other serious illnesses.
- Adventures For Wish Kids
http://www.afwkids.org/ - Provides continuing support and lasting memories for children and adolescents with life threatening illness and their families. Pictures from past events, how to help, and a newsletter. [Ohio]
- The Jared Box Project
http://www.thejaredbox.com/ - Boxes filled with toys are given to chronically-ill children to provide a special diversion as they receive chemotherapy or dialysis treatments. [Pennsylvania]
- Make A Child Smile
http://www.makeachildsmile.org - Features different children each month who have chronic or life-threatening illnesses and asks visitors to send cards/gifts to cheer them up.
- Heartworks Photography, Inc.
http://www.heartworksphoto.org/ - Charitable photography for hospitalized children with life-threatening illness, injury or special needs.
- Believe In Tomorrow: National Children's Foundation
http://www.believeintomorrow.org/ - Nonprofit offers unique programs for critically ill children and families, including retreat housing, Hands On Adventures, and pain and distraction therapy.
- Youth Cancer Trust
http://www.yct.org.uk/ - Provides free holidays for young people diagnosed with cancer or any life threatening disease. [UK]
- Destination Foundation
http://www.destinationfoundation.org/ - Offers dream trips to people living with life-threatening illnesses in the San Francisco Bay area. Mission statement, volunteer opportunities, and contact details.
- Challenge Air for Kids
http://www.challengeair.com/ - Offers unique aviation experiences for physically challenged children and youth. [Texas]
- Project Sunshine
http://www.projectsunshine.org - Non-denominational, not-for-profit organization providing numerous free programs and services to children with cancer, AIDS, and other life-threatening illnesses.
- Fiona Lodge Ronald McDonald Beach House AU
http://www.fionalodge.org.au/ - Provides free holidays to families of children and adults who are fighting life-threatening illnesses. Located at Bateman's Bay, two hundred miles south of Sydney, Australia.
- Operation Teddy Bear
http://www.operationteddybear.ca/ - Fundraising for children with cancer through cross stitch and quilting. Tips for beginners, free patterns, links to relevant sites.
- The Circle of Care Foundation
http://www.thecircleofcare.org/ - Provides support to children with cancer and their families at the initial time of hospitalization. Currently offers programs in Connecticut.
- Discovery Arts
http://www.discoveryarts.org/ - Outreach program designed to bring dance, drama, music and art to children battling cancer and other life threatening illnesses during their hospital stay. [California]
- Hugs and Hope
http://www.hugsandhope.org/ - Charity offering support to families of critically ill children through happy mail, elf project, and parent pals. Includes information about diseases, volunteers, store, and mission statement.
- The Kimo Bear Project
http://www.kimobear.org/ - Non-profit organization that provides a therapeutic play bear for children with cancer. Information about Kimo, sponsors, and facts.
- Reel Angels
http://www.reelangels.org/ - Dedicated to bringing current and unreleased films to seriously ill children in the hospital. [California and Texas]
- Make A Difference
http://www.geocities.com/shebabe1133/Make-A-Difference-Day.html - Two kids help children diagnosed with cancer and other life threatening illnesses by providing goodie bags. Pictures, story, and donation information available.
- Kids That Care
http://www.kidsthatcare.net/ - Variety of programs to improve the lives of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses throughout South Florida.
- Santa-America
http://www.santa-america.org/ - Non-profit organization that promotes joy, love, and hope for children and their families in long term pediatric care, hospice, or bereavement. Contact information provided.
- Angels 4 Oncology Project
http://www.lattoarts.com/angels4oncology/ - Laurel Latto donates inspirational art to willing cancer clinics. Provides contact information for the request process.
- Dreams On Wings
http://www.dreamsonwings.org/ - Provides the thrill of flying to children facing serious illnesses and their families. Includes forms, pictures, sponsors, and contact information. [Alabama]
- Flashes of Hope
http://www.flashesofhope.org/ - Non-profit that creates special photographs of children fighting cancer or other life threatening illness. Includes a gallery of patients, artists involved, support, chapter information, and donations. [Ohio]
- Rush-Miller Foundation
http://www.rushmillerfoundation.org/ - Provides blind/visually impaired children with their first bike. Features history, eligibility, application, photo album, and how to donate.
- Horses for Hope
http://www.horsesforhope.com/ - Nonprofit organization that provides free horseback riding lessons and opportunities to children afflicted with cancer and their families. [Michigan]
- Chemo Angels
http://www.chemoangels.com/ - Volunteer support group for people undergoing chemotherapy. Links, news and patient information.
- Angels for Hope
http://www.angelsforhope.org/ - Crocheted angels available free of charge to those who are severely injured or chronically ill. Request an angel, help crochet them for others, or find out how to donate supplies.
- Project Linus
http://www.projectlinus.org/ - An organization that hand makes blankets for critically ill children, includes how to get involved and local contacts. [Colorado]
- Heart Of Passion
http://www.heartofpassion.net/ - Dedicated to helping young adults with cancer, offering retreats, red carpet days, and other forms of support. [Georgia]
- CaringBridge
http://www.caringbridge.org/ - A non-profit organization offering free, easy-to-create web sites to help connect friends and family for support during a health crisis or recovery.
- On the Tip of the Toes Foundation
http://www.tip-of-toes.com/ - Canadian organization that provides therapeutic adventure expeditions for teenagers living with cancer.
- Earth Angel Foundation
http://www.earthangelfoundation.org - Sends children with life threatening illnesses on dream vacations. [Ohio]
- Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation
http://www.starlight.org/ - Provide entertainment, education and family activities for seriously ill children in the United States and their families.
- Songs of Love Foundation
http://www.songsoflove.org/ - Non profit organization that provides a personalized song for children and young adults with life threatening illness.
- Photos Of Love
http://www.photosoflove.org/ - Charitable program that provides professional photographs of children and adults who are experiencing life threatening illnesses. [Kansas]
- Room to Dream Foundation
http://www.roomtodreamfoundation.org/ - Creates healing environments in hospitals, communities, and homes for children and adolescents who are facing chronic illnesses.
- CarePages
http://www.carepages.com/ - Provides free and private webspace for people dealing with serious illnesses.
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