The George G. Brennan, M.D. Child Life Program at The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital is fortunate to receive donated items and monetary support that help make the hospital experience less stressful for our pediatric patients and their families. These donations, including toys, books, and gift cards are used during play therapy and as gifts to celebrate special occasions such as holidays, birthdays and end-of-treatment celebrations.
Child Life Wish List
Your support of the Child Life Program at The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital will go a long way towards brightening a child’s hospital stay. Below are ways you can support activities provided by our Child Life team.
- Amazon Wish List: For those wishing to donate items such as toys, art supplies, infant and teen items and board games, we encourage you to visit our Amazon Wish List. Items you purchase will be delivered directly to The Children’s Hospital. Please be sure to explore the many different items on our wish list, by clicking the sub-lists on the left of the screen.
- Support the Virtual Toy Drive: Help spread cheer this holiday season and make a gift in support of our Virtual Toy Drive
To help us serve our patients best, please keep these important guidelines in mind when donating
- We gratefully accept new, unused items only.
- We welcome toys, games, books, art supplies, infant and teen items, and board games. To learn more, please visit our Amazon wish list.
- Please keep items unwrapped so our Child Life team can match gifts to each child's age and interests.
- Looking for a hands-on way to help? Create self-contained craft kits by gathering all materials and easy-to-follow instructions in a ziplock bag—perfect for bedside activities.
- While we're unable to distribute handmade cards, we invite you to channel your creativity into decorations for our unit instead! Holiday themes, seasonal decor, and colorful kid-themed decorations help create a welcoming environment throughout our unit.
- Due to allergy and safety protocols, we're unable to accept food, candy, stuffed animals or items made from unfinished wood.
- For safety and privacy reasons, all gift deliveries are coordinated through our Child Life team, who will arrange to meet you in the main entrance of the hospital.