CRAFTS
bracelets
CROCHET
COLOURING PAGES
Friendship bracelets may be small to some, but they carry a big message of love and support! Each bracelet is carefully put together with care and meant to remind patients that they are seen and valued.​ These colorful, handmade pieces bring smiles, spark hope, and give patients a sense of connection during times when it’s needed most.
Handmade crochet and knit items offer more than just warmth. They bring comfort, care, and a touch of home to someone going through a hard time! Each piece is a comforting reminder that someone is thinking of them, rooting for them, and sending love with every stitch. These meaningful and heartfelt gifts can lift spirits and bring patients happiness!
Coloring pages are a simple way to send a little joy and calm to a patient’s day. They give patients a chance to get creative, pass the time, and focus on something fun and peaceful! Even something as simple as filling a page with color can be a comforting reminder that they’re cared for, offering a small moment of peace and a short break from their worries.
CARDS
BRACELET MAKING KITS
Handmade cards are a classic and meaningful way to brighten someone’s day. Each one carries a little piece of love, hope, and kindness. Each card carries a little piece of love and kindness. What might feel like a small gesture to you can become a big moment of hope for someone else. By taking the time to create, you’re reminding patients and their families that they are cared for, supported, and never facing things alone!
Bracelet-making kits give hospitalized patients a chance to create something meaningful in their own time. Crafting can be a calming and uplifting experience, offering a much-needed break during difficult days! These kits may seem small, but their impact is anything but. Each one is a reminder that patients are loved, supported, and never alone. Whether making a bracelet for themselves or someone they care about, the act of creating something gives them a fun and rewarding way to unwind!
steps to success
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Tell us who you are and where your craft is coming from! Within 5 days of submitting the form, you will receive a Volunteer Confirmation Email containing information about our craft guidelines, volunteer hour verification, local drop-off procedures, and everything you need to get started.
Sign Up Through Our Volunteer Registration Form
Refer to Our Partnered Hospital List & Choose One Near You
Check What Items the Hospital Needs
We’ve built relationships with these hospitals, and they’re excited to receive crafts from our volunteers! Try to select a location close to you to reduce shipping costs. If you would like to donate to a specific facility that we are not yet partnered with, you can reach out to them through our Local Drop-Off System.
Each hospital has different preferences and needs, and it is crucial that we adhere to them. This helps us avoid overwhelming staff with items they can’t use. Pay attention to special notes, like whether items need to be individually packaged or if there are restrictions (e.g., no glitter, all items must be washed prior to donation, etc).
Log Your Donation Plans
Fill out the Volunteer Donation Tracker Form to let us know where you’re donating, indicate what crafts you’re donating and how many, and add a tracking number if you’re shipping.
Make Your Crafts
Use your creativity to make thoughtful, safe items by following our crafting guidelines. Feel free to get friends, clubs, or family involved — it’s more fun together!
Drop Off or Ship Your Crafts
Hospital Staff Verifies the Donation
Ship or deliver your crafts directly to the hospital to cut down on shipping costs. You are still more than welcome to use the Local Drop-Off system for hospitals not yet officially partnered with us.
Each hospital will complete a Donation Confirmation Form with:
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Date of donation
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Items donated
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A checkbox to confirm if crafts are high-quality and appropriate for patients
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A notes section where staff can leave feedback
Volunteer Hours Verification
Your volunteer hours will be verified using the same process as Local Drop-Offs. Once your donation is confirmed by hospital staff, you’ll receive a verification letter for your time and effort.