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Magic Makers
Our Magic Makers bring joy where it’s needed most.
As characters, mentors, and companions, our volunteers create joyful, healing experiences for children facing medical challenges — while growing as compassionate leaders in the process. Their commitment transforms ordinary days into unforgettable moments of hope.
Our Magic Makers are more than just visitors in costume.
They are rigorously trained volunteers, deeply committed to child-centered care and psychosocial support.
Our program was the first of its kind in the world and we remain the most trusted by families and healthcare institutions because of our standards, structure, and heart.
Each visit is rooted in the belief that joy isn’t a distraction from medical care — it’s an essential part of it.
What Sets Us Apart
We understand that medically vulnerable children don’t just need entertainment — they need dignity, connection, and joy they can trust. That’s why every part of our character program is rooted in safety, empathy, and authenticity.
Rigorous Training
Before ever taking center stage on a visit, our volunteers complete extensive training in:
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Pediatric illness and immunocompromised care
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Psychosocial support and trauma-informed interaction
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Role-specific character performance and integrity
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Health and safety protocols for hospital environments
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Cultural sensitivity, inclusive language, and disability awareness
We collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of child life specialists, psychologists, healthcare providers, and educators to ensure our curriculum is evidence-informed and clinically aligned. Our training is training isn't a one-time event. It's ongoing, evolving, and deeply aligned with the needs of the children and families we serve.
Compassionate Character Integrity
We embody characters with care and excellence. Our volunteers are trained not only in costume and performance, but in consistent character voice, behavior, backstory, and improvisation.
Every detail is intentional — from the way we respond to questions to the way we navigate hard conversations with children facing complex medical realities.
At A Moment of Magic, our visits are never about the costume — they’re about the child.
Whether a child is talkative or nonverbal, excited or exhausted, our Magic Makers are trained to honor who they are in that moment, with deep empathy and emotional awareness. Sometimes that means singing, sometimes it means coloring quietly, and sometimes it means simply sitting beside a child in silence. Whatever they need, we follow their lead.
We uphold the highest standards of character integrity, not to perform, but to protect the magic for the child.
The dignity of every child we serve comes first, always.
Why Hospitals Choose Us
When hospitals partner with A Moment of Magic, they’re choosing:
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A program that enhances patient engagement and supports clinical care
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Volunteers who are held to the highest standards of safety and professionalism
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A team that understands psychosocial care is essential, not optional
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A national network with a strong foundation of data, training, and evidence-informed practice
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The original character visitation nonprofit — not a trend, but a trusted leader
We offer character integrity, clinical alignment, and life-changing experiences rooted in joy and healing.
The First.
Still the
Gold Standard.
A Moment of Magic was the very first organization in the U.S. to bring character visits to children in hospitals, a model we’ve thoughtfully refined for over a decade.
With a strong foundation in training, integrity, and compassion, we’ve helped shape what character-based programming can and should be in pediatric care.
We’re more than a photo opportunity that lasts for a moment. We’re a trusted partner in healing, dedicated to preserving dignity, creating joy, and centering every child’s experience.
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Join Us in Making Magic
If you’re a healthcare professional, caregiver, or organization looking to bring truly meaningful, dignity-centered programming to your children, we invite you to connect with us. Our characters are ready to bring magic to your facility in a way that is safe, respectful, and unforgettable.
