Start a Chapter
Join the movement.
Bring the magic to your campus and change lives through the power of play, creativity, and compassion.
Join the Movement.
Starting a chapter of A Moment of Magic means joining a national movement of college students using their time, talents, and hearts to brighten the lives of children facing serious illness. Whether you’re ready to lead hospital visits or want to spark joy through creative projects and fundraising, there’s a place for you in our community.
"A Moment of Magic has shown me who I am and the person I want to be—someone that is brave, strong, and fearless in a life dedicated to doing good.”
- Ariana, A Moment of Magic at West Chester University
How to Get Involved
Starting a chapter empowers students to become advocates for children’s health and happiness while gaining valuable leadership, communication, and service experience. You’ll join a supportive community of peers across 25+ campuses nationwide and be part of a movement redefining what healing can look like for children everywhere.
Ready to spark the magic? Fill out our Chapter Interest Form to begin your journey together, we’ll help children rediscover their strength and remind the world that play can heal.
Magic Maker Chapters
Ambassador Chapters
Our Flagship Model
Hands-On, Heart-Forward Impact
Magic Maker Chapters bring our mission to life through direct hospital programming and in-person visits with medically vulnerable children.
These chapters complete weekly training, attend our annual Chapter President Conference, and deliver consistent, high-quality experiences that support children’s mental health and emotional healing.
Perfect for: student leaders ready for a deeper commitment and direct service.
Key Benefits:
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Serve children and families through hospital visits and community events
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Access exclusive Magic Maker training, resources, and costuming resources
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Ability to participate in Character and Magic Maker programming, Express, Create, Heal, and more
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Receive direct support and mentorship from our national team
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Represent your university on a national stage of changemakers at our Annual Student Leadership Summit
Our Flexible Model
Fundraising, Creativity, and Community
Ambassador Chapters are the spark of A Moment of Magic for students who want to focus on creative projects, fundraising, and awareness campaigns that support children across the country.
From friendship bracelet making to Bravery Bag packing to planning fundraisers, every action fuels joy and healing for kids who need it most.
Perfect for: students looking to make a difference with flexible time and commitment.
Key Benefits:
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Open to all age and grade levels
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Lead fundraising and creative initiatives that make a national and local impact
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Access exclusive Ambassador toolkits and branded resources
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Be featured as part of A Moment of Magic’s national network
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Option to upgrade to a Magic Maker Chapter in the future
Want to Be Part of the Magic?
Whether you're a student interested in starting a chapter, joining a team, or supporting virtually, there’s a place for you here. We’re always looking for kind hearts, creative minds, and people who believe in something bigger than themselves (and, of course, a little bit of magic).
