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A Moment of Magic
at Baylor University
WACO,TEXAS
Meet A Moment of Magic at Baylor University
A Moment of Magic Baylor is dedicated to harnessing 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.
We have proudly served the greater Central Texas community since 2021 by engaging students at Baylor University. Together, we bring moments of magic, hope, and healing to children when they need it most.
Give Today. Change a Child’s Tomorrow.
Your donation supports local hospital visits and mental health programming led by Baylor volunteers. All gifts made here stay with the Baylor chapter to support children in the surrounding community.
Our Supporters
Feedback & Testimonials
We believe in letting our impact speak for itself — and these testimonials say it best.
Discover how small moments have made a big difference in the lives we serve.
"The kids absolutely lit up with joy during the princess visit. You brought true magic to the hospital."
Megan Traylor,
Child Life Specialist,
Texas Children’s Hospital
"This visit turned Gaby’s 10th birthday into pure magic. We are so blessed that your organization help make this night a dream come true and a memory that we will forever have etched on our hearts."
Starlet,
Mother of Gaby
"We can personally attest to what a phenomenal, accessible, and advantageous program this is for oncology patients and siblings. Children and teens walked away with a better understanding of their emotions, how to express them, and how to cope when big emotions hit hard.”
Vickie Knight, MS,
CCLS Child Life Specialist
Cook Children’s Medical Center
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Meg McGavic
Chapter President
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Anne Wall
Fundraising & Finance Chair
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Ruthie Anandraj
Member Experience Coordinator
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Tristen Rothwell
New Member Coordinator and Secretary
Our Programs
Magic Makers
Character Program
Our flagship program brings beloved characters to children as part of trauma-informed, play-based healing. Magic Makers—trained in child development, emotional regulation, and dignity-centered care—collaborate with hospital teams and caregivers to reduce anxiety, foster joy, and support each child's circle of care.
Express, Create, Heal
Targeted Intervention Program
Express, Create, Heal is a peer-led, trauma-informed program for children affected by cancer, developed with mental health professionals to address grief, anxiety, identity, and more. Through storytelling and creative expression, children ages 3 to 18 engage in guided activities that foster belonging and emotional resilience during a time of profound upheaval.
AMoM Unlimited
Virtual Programming
AMoM Unlimited is a free, on-demand digital library designed for medically vulnerable children who can’t receive in-person visits. With storytimes, themed activities, and uplifting videos led by trained volunteers, the program delivers play-based healing anywhere—removing barriers and ensuring every child can access the magic.
More Ways to Give
Shop Our Wishlist
Help us deliver joy directly by purchasing supplies and gifts for children and volunteers.
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Your donation helps A Moment of Magic reach more children in the Central Texas area with joy-filled visits and healing-centered programs.
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Join forces with us to create lasting impact through sponsorship, employee engagement, or cause marketing.
Get Involved with AMoM
at Baylor University
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New to AMoM? We're so excited you're here. As a volunteer, you’ll have the chance to create real impact in children’s lives and grow in leadership, empathy, and confidence along the way.
Whether you’re interested in joining as a character or Magic Maker, there’s a place for you in our chapter.
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Already a volunteer? This is your hub for everything you need to thrive in your role — from training to scheduling to leadership development.
Sign for visits, log volunteer hours, access trainings, and stay connected
Stay in the loop with updates, announcements, and peer support
Join our email list to stay up to date on all the magic.