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A Moment of Magic harnesses the power of play to spark joy, foster connection, reduce isolation and support the mental health and emotional healing for medically vulnerable children and their families. 

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Children Supported Through Healing Play & Joyful Connection in 2025

With every rising number, another child feels seen, celebrated, and supported -- all thanks to the volunteers and donors like you who make our programs possible.

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The Magic We’re Making

Ways to support, connect, and create magic — updated regularly!

Join Us at Night of Magic:
Down the Rabbit Hole

Step into the magic on September 26th at Somewhere Nowhere NYC as we celebrate 10 years of impact with a rooftop evening of joy, purpose, and imagination.

Enjoy delicious food and cocktails, immersive experiences, incredible music, special guests, and a night that supports children facing serious illness.

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Changing the World One Community at a Time
By engaging volunteers from 25+ colleges and universities and partnering with more than 350 hospital partners and nonprofit organizations, we're making magic around the world and in your community.

START A CHAPTER                 BECOME A PARTNER
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The hospital can be a scary place...

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80%

Up to 80% of children and their families experience some traumatic stress reactions following life threatening illness, injury, or painful medical procedures.

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7x

Children with chronic health conditions are 7x more likely to experience a mental health event than their peers.

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27%

of pediatric providers feel their clinic has adequate psychosocial staffing, and just 35% describe their care as comprehensive.

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...but it doesn't have to be.

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Average number of medically vulnerable children we impact per week

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Hospital & Nonprofit Partners across the United States

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College student volunteers engaged

90

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of medical professionals stated that our services positively impacted the quality of life of the children we serve

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Children impacted by
A Moment of Magic since 2014

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Our story started with a single moment
in a college dorm room in New York City.
Since then, we've become a worldwide movement.

Our Programs
When faced with hospitalization, children require excellent medical care to help heal their bodies, but they also need support and experiences that safeguard their minds and hearts.

Here's how we create moments that do just that:
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Magic Makers | Character Program
A Moment of Magic volunteers are more than characters in costume -- they are trained companions on a child’s healing journey, using thoughtful, play-driven interactions to foster emotional resilience, build connection, and ensure every moment of magic supports the child’s broader circle of care.

 
Express, Create, Heal | Targeted Intervention Program
Express, Create, Heal is a trauma-informed mental health initiative designed for children affected by cancer, using peer-led, play-based programming to help them process complex emotions like grief, anxiety, and body image struggles  all within a supportive community that fosters resilience, connection, and belonging.

 
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AMoM Unlimited | Virtual Programming
AMoM Unlimited is our free, on-demand digital platform designed with accessibility and inclusion in mind, delivering safe, joy-filled experiences to medically vulnerable children through interactive storytimes, creative activities, and inspiring content — ensuring the magic continues no matter where they are.

 

Make Childhood Your Cause
This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Stand with us this Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month.

Show your support for children in the fight with this limited-edition t-shirt that highlights what we stand for – from sparking healing through play to advocating for every child’s childhood.
 

Available for pre-sale now, this special tee ships mid-to-late August, just in time to wear your cause proudly this September.
 

💛 Join the movement. Wear the magic.

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Start a Chapter

Our college student volunteers help us make magic all over the world. Get involved by starting a chapter at your college or university today!
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A Moment of Magic is a 501(c)(3) under federal tax guidelines. EIN: 81-1740360

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