Brighten the Holidays for Our Patients
Give Kids and Their Families a Reason to Believe
Children who must spend their holidays in the hospital deserve a reason to believe — in first steps, giggles, high fives and hugs.
Your generosity provides hope and healing to ill and injured children by funding exceptional, compassionate care and pediatric research that leads to new treatments and cures.
- Holiday arts, crafts and games
- Heartwarming surprises and events
- Winter wonderland celebrations
- Joy kits and gift deliveries
- Bright and merry holiday décor
I knew it would be hard when Chloe had to stay in the hospital over the holidays. But the nurses decked out her room with holiday decorations. We celebrated with her twin sister and siblings on video calls, which tugged at my heart strings as a mom. Staff visited her often, dressed in costumes and silly sweaters. They did crafts, sang and made gingerbread houses. I'm so grateful they put a smile on Chloe's face and helped her come home.
– Zondria, mom to Children's National patient Chloe
Meet Some of Our Patients
Aila, 6
Aila doesn't let cerebral palsy stop her from dancing ballet, practicing violin or playing basketball, thanks to world-class care. In Colombian tradition, she loves lighting candles with her family on la Noche de Velitas to start the holidays with a glimmer of hope.
Claire, 4
Claire and her family are thankful for her surgeon's expertise in removing her kidney tumor and for the constant support and kindness from hospital staff. Claire looks forward to a joyful new year, filled with singing and dancing. Claire dreams of either becoming a doctor or a princess.
James, 12
James loves rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles and playing with his cats Uno and Linus. He also finds a steadfast team at Children's National for treatment for neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). Each year, he decorates his own tree with Eagles, Phillies and Disney Cars ornaments.
Thanks to our generous partners for bringing comfort and joy to our patients this holiday season!
- CityCenterDC
- EagleBank
- Tuckernuck