Opportunities for Grateful Families to Become Involved

We are constantly inspired by the ways the Nationwide Children's Hospital community wants to give back, whether it be by making a gift, hosting an event, volunteering your time, or sharing your story. As part of the Nationwide Children's Hospital Family, you know the importance of making a real difference. Start making an impact - connect with us today.

Make A Donation

Thank your doctor or nurse by donating in their honor.

NationwideChildrens.org/HonorCaregiver

Create Your Own Event Share

Show your support by creating a Help Kids Everywhere DIY Event. Host a lemonade stand, a 5k, or create your own one-of-a-kind event.

NationwideChildrens.org/HKE

If you have questions or would like more information, contact:

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Give the gift of time by volunteering at special events, at the hospital, or as a social advocate.

Jillean Bastian Senior Director, Ambassador Program, Nationwide Children's Foundation

Holiday Toy Drop

Drop off Dates:

Friday, December 8 | Saturday, December 9

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 646 Parsons Avenue 43206

Toys, games, or activity supplies are hugely important to kids and their families while spending time in the hospital. While playing with toys helps chase away boredom, Child Life Specialists also use toys to help patients learn about upcoming procedures, teach self-care, and reduce anxiety.

Please help stock the Toy Room shelves with new toys, board games, and art and activity materials. Check out the list below or visit our wish list at: NationwideChildrens.org/WishList.

Toys can be dropped off on December 8 and 9 – but gifts can be selected every day of the week and delivered directly from our Amazon Wish List!

For additional information about Holiday Toy Drop, or if you would like to schedule a large delivery of toys (more than would typically fit in an SUV or car) please reach out to the contacts below.

NationwideChildrens.org/WishList

• Board Games [Connect 4, Sorry!, Trouble, Candy Land]

• Super Hero Figurines

• Marvel Movies

• Stuffies – Teddy Bears are a favorite!

• Fisher-Price/Little Tykes Little People Play Sets

• Fidget Sensory Toys

• Legos

• Slime Kits

• Match Box Cars

• Toddler Toys [All plastic] –Musical or Light Up Such as Baby Einstein Smart Sounds Symphony or Painter Magic

Giving Forward

As an infant, Chase Hartman was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome and was frequently an inpatient in the heart center. His family noticed that during his stays in the summer, the toy closet inventory would frequently be low. After Chase was discharged, as a way to express their gratitude, the Hartman family started an annual toy drive in their community. This June they held their third community Toy Drive and dropped off the collected toys during the July 29 Toy Drop.