Ohio State University | A MOMENT OF MAGIC

A Moment of Magic
at The Ohio State University

COLUMBUS,OHIO

Meet A Moment of Magic at The Ohio State University

A Moment of Magic OSU 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 Columbus community since 2018 by engaging students at OSU. Together, we bring moments of magic, hope, and healing to children when they need it most.

More About Our Work

Give Today. Change a Child’s Tomorrow.

Your donation supports local hospital visits and mental health programming led by OSU volunteers. All gifts made here stay with the OSU chapter to support children in the surrounding community.

Our Supporters

Our supporters make our work possible.
Become a supporter by contacting us here.

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Community Partners

Pediatric Congenital Heart Association

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Make a Wish

Fighting Blindness

A Kid Again

Sutter ParkPreschool

NCH Development Board

Make a Wish Ohio, Kentucky, & Indiana

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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.

"We were so thankful for our visit. This made our son and daughter’s day. They absolutely loved the 1:1 attention! It was amazing and the kids have already been asking for their friends to come back again."

Kristina Handshy,

Parent

"The kids felt really special getting to meet the students, and I could tell they had a lot of fun talking and engaging in play."

Allie Ewald,

Buckeye THON

"It was great to have the magic makers and characters. They made a lot of kids happy."

Lynda Shellist,

Director of Events at Fighting Blindness

We had the honor of delivering Bravery Bags to the incredible patients at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta as part of our Express, Create, Heal program. 💜

Our Bravery Bags are toolkit for healing, filled with creative materials, calming activities, and comforting essentials designed to support children’s mental and emotional well-being during treatment.

Our team of trained volunteers worked together to make this delivery extra meaningful, with a shared belief that joy, courage, and connection belong in every hospital room.

To the resilient young warriors and dedicated care teams at CHOA: thank you for letting us be a small part of your big magic. ✨

#ExpressCreateHeal #BraveryBag #ChildrensHealthcareOfAtlanta #PediatricHealing #PsychosocialSupport #AMomentOfMagic #PlayThatSparksHealing

We were honored to present at the Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Coalition Conference in Chapel Hill, NC. It was a space filled with heart, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to improving care for young cancer survivors. 💜

Our presentation focused on Express, Create, Heal, our award-winning, volunteer-led, trauma-informed mental wellness program designed specifically for adolescent and young adult (AYA) survivors. Through creative expression, like storytelling, drawing, and music, our workshops offer emotionally safe, empowering spaces that address critical gaps in survivorship care.

We shared early data showing promising results:
✔️ Increased emotional expression
✔️ Greater access to mental health resources
✔️ Stronger peer support networks

These findings affirm what we’ve always believed: that joy, art, and community can spark real healing. Whether in person or virtual, we’re working to expand equitable access to mental wellness support for AYAs across the country.

🖥️ Our full presentation is now linked on our website. Come take a closer look at how we're reimagining survivorship care, one creative moment at a time.

#ExpressCreateHeal #AYAOncology #PlayThatSparksHealing #PediatricCancer #SupportSurvivors #TraumaInformedCare #CreativeHealing #AMomentOfMagic #ConferenceRecap #EquityInCare #ChildhoodCancer

At the heart of every hospital visit is a simple mission: to bring light and laughter to kids who need it most. This sweet moment of arts and crafts with one of our volunteers is more than a fun activity. It’s a spark of normalcy, joy, and connection. 💛

Because even in the hospital, childhood deserves to be colorful.

#AMomentOfMagic #HealingThroughPlay #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #JoyDelivered #ArtsAndCrafts #HospitalHeroes #CreativePlay #PlayThatSparksHealing

✨What does magic look like? Sometimes it looks like a character visit, sometimes a hospital delivery and sometimes, it looks like a group of college students walking side by side, united by a mission to bring joy, healing, and human connection to children who need it most. 💛

From campus to hospital rooms, our volunteers are proof that compassion and community can rewrite the story of childhood illness and can help you find a community of changemakers that might just change your life too.

Tag a friend who’s making magic happen👇

#MomentOfMagic #VolunteerLife #CollegeChangemakers #PsychosocialSupport #PlayThatSparksHealing #AMomentofMagic #StudentVolunteers

📸: @amom.marquette

A day full of smiles at University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital! 💙

We had the joy of spending time with this incredible young patient and his ohana (and yes, Stitch was there too!).

These visits ensure that play, joy, and the healing power of connection are a part of every child's healing journey.

Whether it’s sharing a laugh, a favorite stuffed friend, or simply being present, our visits are designed to support the emotional well-being of children navigating medical challenges.

Because every child deserves a moment of magic. ✨

#ChildLife #PsychosocialSupport #PlayThatSparksHealing #UniversityofChicagoMedicine #AMomentofMagic

📸: @amomloyolachi

Today is National Stress Awareness Day — a powerful reminder that emotional well-being is just as important as physical health.

For children with critical and chronic illnesses, stress isn’t momentary. It can be an ongoing part of the treatment journey. Hospital stays, medical procedures, and uncertainty can trigger toxic stress that affects the brain, body, and spirit.

That’s why psychosocial support, emotional and mental wellness, and community are essential parts of the healing journey.

A Moment of Magic, we’re committed to delivering play-based, trauma-informed care that reduces anxiety, builds resilience, and reminds children that joy is still theirs.

We know that stress can’t be removed entirely. But it can be softened by connection, imagination, and consistent support. We can also find ways to provide skills, tools, and resources for coping and resilience through programs like Express, Create, Heal to support the mental and emotional health and wellbeing of the entire family.

On this day, let’s honor the invisible weight children and families carry and recommit to supporting it, one moment at a time.

Learn more about our mental health initiatives at amomentofmagic.org

#NationalStressAwarenessDay #PsychosocialSupport #PlayThatSparksHealing #AMomentOfMagic #ExpressCreateHeal #TraumaInformedCare #PediatricCare #ChildLife #JoyIsEssential

📸: @amomentofmagicjmu

✨ Psychosocial support isn’t extra, it’s essential. ✨

Moments like this are more than smiles. They’re evidence-based interventions that help reduce stress, anxiety, and isolation for children facing serious illness.

Through play, connection, and child-led joy, we help create spaces where children feel seen, supported, and strong, even in the midst of treatment. That’s the power of healing-centered care.

Every visit is a reminder: mental health is health.

💛 Learn more about how A Moment of Magic is supporting the emotional and mental well-being of children with critical and chronic illnesses: amomentofmagic.org

#PsychosocialSupport #PlayThatSparksHealing #PediatricCare #AMomentOfMagic #ExpressCreateHeal #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #JoyIsEssential #TraumaInformedCare

📸: @amomentofmagicatui

💛 Because of @scansource_official, magic happened at Prisma Health in South Carolina.

A huge thank you to ScanSource for their generous donation, which helped us deliver over 150 Joy Deliveries bags packed with toys, distraction items, and creative play activities, to children and their siblings during their hospital stay.

ScanSource also made it possible to provide 50 Parent Self-Care Kits, filled with hygiene and relaxation essentials to support caregivers through long, stressful days by their child’s side.

Their donation is a powerful a reminder to families that they’re not alone, that they’re seen, and that joy and care belong in every hospital room.

✨ Thank you, ScanSource, for making healing a little more magical.

#AMomentOfMagic #ScanSourceGivesBack #JoyDelivery #PrismaHealth #ChildLife #PediatricCare #PlayThatSparksHealing #CaregiverSupport #ExpressCreateHeal

📸: @amomentofmagicjmu

💫 Moments of Magic in Milwaukee 💫

Our student volunteers from AMoM Marquette recently brought joy, connection, and play-based healing to the families staying at Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin. From arts and crafts to heartfelt conversations, these moments remind us of the power of presence and the impact of showing up with kindness.

We’re so proud of our students for creating community where it’s needed most. 💛

📸: @amom.marquette

#MagicInAction #PlayThatSparksHealing #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #AMomentofMagic

Not every child can go trick-or-treating because of their medical challenges or treatment journey, but we believe every child deserves to feel the magic of Halloween. So, thanks to our amazing hospital partnerships, we bring it to them! 💛

Across the country, our Magic Makers filled hospital hallways with laughter, costumes, and creativity, turning Halloween into a celebration of courage and connection at the following hospitals and partners:

✨ UVA Children’s Hospital
✨ St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital
✨ Hackensack University Medical Center
✨ Clara Maass Medical Center
✨ Loyola Medical Children’s Hospital
✨ Kennedy Krieger Institute
✨ Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill

For children spending the holiday in the hospital, these visits are so much more than just a fun distraction. They’re a moment of normalcy, belonging, and pure childhood joy. Play has the power to heal, and when a child sees a superhero, princess, or beloved character walk through the door, you can see that spark of magic come alive.

Today, you made that magic possible for hundreds of children across the country. ✨

Happy Halloween Magic Makers! 🎃👻

#AMomentofMagic #PlayThatSparksHealing #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

In a quiet corner of the hospital, a simple story becomes something so much more.

This is what healing through connection looks like: a shared smile, a moment of presence, and the reminder that every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and celebrated. 💛✨

📸: @amomloyolachi

#ExpressCreateHeal #AMomentofMagic #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #PlayThatSparksHealing #NonprofitsofInstagram #PediatricCare

In a space often filled with uncertainty, we bring what’s often needed most: presence.

This is what it means to meet a child where they are to remind them they are seen, valued, and surrounded by a community that cares deeply. 💛

Whether through conversation, creativity, or simply showing up with open hearts, our volunteers are there to spark moments of connection that support emotional healing and hope.

Learn more about how we support the emotional and mental well-being of medically vulnerable children at amomentofmagic.org

#AMomentOfMagic #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #PsychosocialSupport #PlayThatSparksHealing #ExpressCreateHeal #MagicMakers #HospitalHeroes

📸: @uncmomentofmagic

✨ Bravery is in the Bag! ✨

This fall, @amazon and A Moment of Magic have teamed up to make a nationwide impact for children facing serious illness.

Through a generous $25,000 donation, Amazon employees across the country are packing Bravery Bags — creativity-filled toolkits designed to bring comfort, courage, and healing to children battling cancer and other serious illnesses. 💛

What’s Inside a Bravery Bag:
Each Bravery Bag is part of our Express, Create, Heal program — helping children build resilience and emotional well-being through play and creativity.

Inside, you’ll find:
Art supplies & mindfulness tools to support emotional expression
Comfort items that remind each child they’re not alone
Superhero capes & creative prompts that spark imagination and confidence

Hand-packed with love by Amazon employees and delivered by our college-chapter volunteers, these bags remind every child they are brave, strong, and never alone. 💫

Across 25+ Amazon locations, employees turned compassion into action — transforming warehouses and offices into hubs of hope.

Each packing event begins with reflection, followed by hands-on volunteerism, and ends with messages of encouragement written directly to the children who will receive the bags.

This partnership is a powerful example of how corporate social responsibility can truly change lives, delivering joy, resources, and healing into the hands of children who need it most.

🌟 Want to Join the Movement?
Your company can bring the magic to life, too!
✨ Host a Bravery Bag Packing Event
✨ Write cards or make friendship bracelets
✨ Run a toy or supply drive

Together, we can turn compassion into action and create a world where every child feels brave, supported, and seen.

🔗 Learn more or become a partner: https://www.amomentofmagic.org/corporate-impact

#BraveryInTheBag #AmazonGives #MagicMakers #ExpressCreateHeal #CorporateMagic #AMoMxAmazon #AmazonGoesGold #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

📸: @amom.marquette @amomloyolachi @amomentofmagictempleu @uncmomentofmagic @amomentofmagicucla

A moment is a measurement of time lasting about 90 seconds. That's also how long it takes to make a new best friend.

#AMomentofMagic #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #PlayThatSparksHealing

📸: @amomentofmagicportland

WE ARE… FIGHTING PEDIATRIC CANCER! 🏈

Join A Moment of Magic Foundation for the Penn State vs. Ohio State Watch Party on Friday, November 1 at noon at Franklin’s (53 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA)!

💙 Cheer for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Fight for the kids. Win big.

We’re raffling off:
🎟️ A signed Dom DeLuca Penn State jersey
🎟️ A signed Drew Aller Penn State jersey
🎟️ Tickets to the Penn State vs. Nebraska game!

🎟️ Raffle tickets: $10 via Venmo @amomentofmagic

We’re also selling a limited edition Game Day Tee: “We Are Fighting Pediatric Cancer” (front) + “Cancer doesn’t stand a chance... neither does your team. For the Glory. For the Kids. A Moment of Magic” (back)

✨ Order yours at amomentofmagic.org/shop and use code PICKUP for event pickup or via venmo for $25!

100% of the proceeds help support the work of A Moment of Magic, a nonprofit organization that 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. 💛

#WeAre #PennState #ForTheKids #ForTheGlory #FightPediatricCancer #AMomentOfMagic #PennStateFootball #GameDayForGood #THON #GoState

Huge thanks to our incredible partners at @golin.health for helping us pack and donate dozens of Bravery Bags, giving children comfort, tools for emotional expression, and a little extra joy during difficult days.

Thanks to your support, we were able to deliver these Bravery Bags during a recent Express, Create, Heal program at @nyphospital , helping children explore creativity and coping through play-based mental health strategies.

Every Bravery Bag packed is a tangible reminder that these children are not alone and that healing happens through joy, expression, and community.

✨ Want to get your company involved? Learn how to create lasting impact at amomentofmagic.org/corporate-impact

#AMomentofMagic #ExpressCreateHeal #BraveryBags #CorporateImpact #GolinHealth #PlayThatSparksHealing #BraveStrongFearless #PsychosocialSupport #MagicMakers

✨Double the princesses, double the magic!✨

During a recent home visit, one of our amazing AMoM Stars met her favorite character, while dressed as her, too! The joy, confidence, and spark in this moment is what it’s all about: helping every child see themselves as brave, strong, and magical.

Because when children feel seen, they feel powerful.
Because joy isn’t extra, it’s essential.
Because this is a moment of magic. 💖

💫 Learn more or get involved at amomentofmagic.org

#AMomentofMagic #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #PlayThatSparksHealing #MagicMakers #BraveStrongFearless

✨ Exploring big feelings through little moments. 🩺💜

At A Moment of Magic, we believe in the power of play to help children process the world around them, especially when that world includes hospitals, procedures, and uncertainty. Medical play gives kids the tools to explore, understand, and express their experiences in a way that feels safe, empowering, and even fun.

Here, our volunteer character brings a touch of magic to a child’s healing journey, letting them take the lead with a toy stethoscope in hand and bravery in their heart.

Because when kids are encouraged to ask questions, pretend, and practice, they’re not just playing. They’re reclaiming a sense of control, confidence, and comfort.

💫 Join us in building spaces where joy, imagination, and healing meet: at amomentofmagic.org

#AMomentOfMagic #PlayThatSparksHealing #MagicMakers #BraveStrongFearless

During a recent visit to the Ronald McDonald House, one of our volunteers shared a moment of pure connection with a new friend.

At A Moment of Magic, we believe that joy is healing. That showing up, listening closely, and celebrating kids exactly as they are can spark confidence. Every interaction is rooted in compassion, representation, and hope. This moment was no exception.

💛 Want to bring more moments like this to life? Join us at amomentofmagic.org

#AMomentOfMagic #PlayThatSparksHealing #MagicMakers #RonaldMcDonaldHouse #BraveStrongFearless

Childhood cancer is on the rise. Since 1975, diagnoses have increased by over 40% and that’s not a trend we can afford to ignore.

That’s why A Moment of Magic is proud to be a founding partner of the Childhood Cancer Prevention Consortium, a historic coalition of leading organizations committed to one bold goal: stopping cancer before it starts.

Led by experts in science, medicine, and public health, this consortium is developing an actionable national prevention strategy, one rooted in environmental health, early detection, and bold innovation.

As our Executive Director, Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch shared: “The rising rates of childhood cancer are a public health crisis, and we cannot afford to treat prevention as optional or narrow.”

Together with PREP4Gold, Swifty Foundation, B+ Foundation, KOA Strong, Children’s Environmental Health Network, Joey’s Wings, and the American Childhood Cancer Organization, we are fighting for a future where fewer children are diagnosed and where every child has the chance to grow up.

Learn more at https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/major-childhood-cancer-initiative-formed--childhood-cancer-prevention-consortium-to-focus-on-reducing-the-dramatic-rise-in-the-number-of-children-diagnosed-with-cancer-302563175.html?tc=eml_cleartime

#ChildhoodCancerPrevention #AMomentofMagic #PublicHealth #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #PediatricCancer

When a child lights up like this, we know the magic is working.

At A Moment of Magic, play is more than a pastime, it’s a powerful tool. When children engage in joyful, imaginative play, especially during difficult medical journeys, it helps them build resilience, feel seen, and reconnect with a sense of normalcy and wonder.

This little girl didn’t just meet a princess, she became one. Twirling with joy, she stepped into her own story of strength, sparkle, and self-confidence.

That’s the healing power of play. That’s the heart of what we do.

Thank you to every volunteer who shows up with kindness and courage, and to every donor who makes these magical moments possible. Together, we’re not just creating memories, we’re shaping healthier futures.

Want to join the movement? Volunteer. Donate. Share. Learn more at amomentofmagic.org

#PlayThatSparksHealing #AMomentofMagic #MagicMakers #YourMagic #BraveStrongFearless

✨ Sequins are forever and so is the magic you make. ✨

Introducing our limited edition “The Life of a Magic Maker” t-shirt, a celebration of everyone who makes the world a little brighter, one magical moment at a time.

🩵 Available 10/6–10/13 only, this t-shirt comes in six variants short sleeve (white, teal, charcol, and black) and long sleeve (black and white) with orange glitter lettering celebrates the people who make every day a little more magical. (The glitter won’t sparkle on the site preview, but just wait until you see it shine in person. 🪩)

This is a one-week-only drop. Once it’s gone, it’s out of the setlist forever. No encores for this Showgirl.

💫 100% of proceeds benefit A Moment of Magic, helping us bring joy, connection, and emotional healing to medically vulnerable children across the country.

Shirts will ship after the fundraiser closes on 10/13, so you can keep shining long after the curtain closes.

Shop now at https://bit.ly/lifeofamagicmaker

#TheLifeOfAMagicMaker #LimitedEdition #AMomentOfMagic

That feeling when you see yourself in lights in Times Square.

Amina pointed to the giant screen in Times Square and shouted with pure joy: ‘That’s me! That’s me on the tv!’ 💛

Moments like this remind us of the true power of representation — of making children feel seen, celebrated, and supported.

Because every child deserves to know they belong in the spotlight. 🌟

We’re so grateful to our incredible partners who made this magical moment possible, and to every supporter who powers our mission year-round.

✨ Want to be part of the magic? Get involved at amomentofmagic.org”

#AMomentOfMagic #NightOfMagic
#PlayThatSparksHealing
#BraveStrongFearless
#MakeMagicMoments
#NYCEvents

✨ From ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange to ringing in joy at Night of Magic — it all comes full circle.

This year’s event was filled with unforgettable moments, thoughtful details, and stories that remind us why we do what we do. Every flower, photo, and memory shared in this space was a reminder of the incredible community that makes the magic possible. 💜

The party may be over, but the impact continues. You can still get involved by donating or placing your final bids at nightofmagicgala.org — every contribution fuels joy, dignity, and healing play for children facing serious illness.

📸: @lipyanskiy_photo

#NightOfMagic #AMomentOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless

A sweet ending to a magical night ✨🍪🎂

We are so grateful to our friends at @oh_sweetlittletreats for donating the beautiful desserts that became our special take-home gift for Night of Magic attendees. Their generosity helped us send guests home with one final touch of joy and sweetness— the perfect way to close out an unforgettable evening.

Partnerships like this remind us that every detail, big or small, adds up to create the magic that powers our mission. 💛

The celebration continues! You can still make an impact by donating or bidding in our auction at nightofmagicgala.org.

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #PlayThatSparksHealing #AMomentOfMagic

Cheers to a night we’ll never forget 🥂✨ A highlight of our evening was when team member Julia led our giving pledge setting the stage for all of the joy, generosity, and magic that followed.

Moments like this remind us what Night of Magic is all about: celebrating courage, honoring resilience, and uniting a community that believes every child deserves joy and dignity in the face of serious illness. 💛

The celebration isn’t over! You can still support the mission by donating or bidding in our auctions at nightofmagicgala.org. Every gift fuels play, healing, and connection for the children and families we serve.

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #PlayThatSparksHealing #AMomentOfMagic

📸: @lipyanskiy_photo

A special thank you to our incredible in-kind partner, Printleaf, for helping us bring Night of Magic to life with stunning event signage. From the moment guests walked through the doors, they were greeted with our mission directly, thanks to beautiful printed signage from our friends at Print Leaf.

We’re so grateful for their generosity and partnership in helping us tell our story in such a bold and beautiful way. ✨

💛 Want to keep the magic going? Our donation portal and auctions are still open! Every dollar fuels programs that bring joy, play, and dignity-centered care to children facing serious illnesses. Get involved today at nightofmagicgala.org.

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #AMomentOfMagic #Printleaf #CommunityPartners

When we say every detail of Night of Magic was intentional — we mean every single one.

Thanks to our incredible in-kind partner, Beebox Design Studios, our cocktail experience went from memorable to magical. From charming drink menus to custom signage that brought our theme to life, Beebox helped turn the bar into an immersive part of the evening ✨🍸

We’re so grateful for their artistry, their generosity, and their shared belief in making moments feel special.

🪄 Want to help bring more magic to life?
Donate, get involved, or place your final auction bid at nightofmagicgala.org

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #AMomentOfMagic #BeeboxDesign #EventDesign #GratitudePost #MagicalDetails

✨ At Night of Magic, we had the honor of recognizing some of the incredible volunteers and alumni who make this mission possible. ✨

From campus leaders to lifelong supporters, these changemakers are living proof that when you lead with love, courage, and compassion, you can spark joy that reaches far beyond one night. 🌟

We are so proud of every awardee and of every volunteer who shows up day after day to bring dignity, joy, and connection to children battling serious illness. You are the heart of A Moment of Magic. 💛

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🪄 Want to be part of this magic?
→ Join or start a chapter at amomentofmagic.org/chapters

→ Support future programs by donating or bidding in our auction at nightofmagicgala.org

→ Share this post and help us celebrate our volunteers!

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #PlayThatSparksHealing #AMomentOfMagic #VolunteerSpotlight #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

📸: @lipyanskiy_photo

✨ Big thanks to our in-kind partner @fabricsignguys for bringing our red-carpet moment to life at Night of Magic! ✨

As guests arrived, they were welcomed with a step-and-repeat that set the tone for the night — a true New York City style entrance that made everyone feel like a star. 🌟

Their creativity, craftsmanship, and generosity created a grand experience, tying the whole evening together and making sure the first impression was pure magic.

We’re so grateful for their generosity and artistry in making Night of Magic unforgettable.

💛 Want to keep the celebration going? Our donation portal and auctions are still open! Every bid and every gift fuels programs that bring joy, dignity, and healing-centered play to children battling serious illness.

👉 Visit nightofmagicgala.org
to get involved today.

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #PlayThatSparksHealing #FabricSignGuys #AMomentOfMagic

✨ A standing ovation for the incredible Carolina Rial for her stunning performance at Night of Magic! 🎤💫

Your voice lit up the room and gave our guests a moment they’ll never forget. We are so grateful for your generosity, artistry, and heart in helping us celebrate and raise critical support for the children we serve, not just at A Moment of Magic, but all year round. 💛

Thank you, Carolina, for truly having a heart of gold.

The celebration isn’t over — our donation portal and auctions are still open! Every bid and every gift helps us bring joy, dignity, and healing-centered play to children facing serious illness.

👉 Visit nightofmagicgala.org to get involved today.

📸: @lipyanskiy_photo

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #PlayThatSparksHealing #CarolinaRial #AMomentOfMagic

🎬✨ A huge thank you to our friends at @precisionpicturesltd for their incredible in-kind support!

They helped us bring our story to life through the stunning video that premiered on the Welcome to Times Square billboard and debuted at Night of Magic. Because of their creativity and expertise, we were able to share our mission with thousands of people in a way that truly captured the heart of our work. 💛

We’re so grateful for this partnership and the magic you helped create!

💫 The celebration doesn’t stop here — our donation portal and auctions are still open! Every gift and every bid helps us continue to spark joy, dignity, and healing-centered play for children facing serious illness.

👉 Visit nightofmagicgala.org
to get involved.

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #AMomentOfMagic #PlayThatSparksHealing #ThankYou #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

✨Keeping the good vibes going✨

Our Night of Magic auctions are still OPEN — but only for a limited time. From luxury trips and exclusive experiences to one-of-a-kind signed memorabilia, there’s something for everyone to win. 🎁

Every bid placed goes directly toward fueling A Moment of Magic’s programs, bringing joy, dignity, and healing play to children facing serious illness. 💛

🎟️ Don’t wait: head to nightofmagicgala.org now to get in on the action before it closes!

#NightOfMagic #SilentAuction #RaffleForACause #SupportTheMagic #BraveStrongFearless #PlayThatSparksHealing

📸: @lipyanskiy_photo

✨A huge cheers to our friends at @scriptivity_
for adding a little extra sparkle to our Night of Magic! ✨

Thanks to their generous in-kind donation, our bar was transformed with creative, custom drink activations that made every sip feel like a celebration. 🍸✨ It's all in the details and because of their support everything was elevated. We are so grateful for your generosity!

Our donation portal and auction site are STILL OPEN — which means there’s still time to make a difference for the children and families we serve. ✨

Whether you were dancing with us at Night of Magic or cheering from afar, you can visit nightofmagicgala.org
to place your final bids, make a gift, or just relive the magic 🪄

Your support helps us bring joy, healing, and creative play to children facing serious illness — and every moment matters. 💛

#NightOfMagic #MakeMagicPossible #AuctionForGood #StillTimeToGive #SupportTheMagic #AMomentOfMagic #NonprofitLove ScriptivityByStef #AMomentOfMagic #CheersToMagic #DrinkInTheDetails #PlayThatSparksHealing

✨ The party might be over… but the celebration is still going! ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable, SOLD OUT Night of Magic. The joy, the community, and the impact was palpable. The best news is, it doesn’t end here.

📸 We want to see the night through YOUR eyes! Share your favorite Night of Magic photos with us using this link: https://bit.ly/nomalbum2025

You’ll have the chance to be featured on our channels and receive a special coupon code for next year’s event. 💛

📸: @evgenia_egorova_photo
#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #AMomentOfMagic #PlayThatSparksHealing #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

🌟 A Standing Ovation for Our Volunteers of the Year! 🌟

At Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole, we are celebrating four extraordinary leaders who embody the heart of A Moment of Magic.

💜 Ariana Lane – West Chester University
💜 Isabella Thoroughman – University of Cincinnati
💜 Mei Macey – Marquette University
💜 Sophia Vanneste – Loyola University Chicago

Each of them has gone above and beyond — stepping in, showing up, and creating unforgettable moments of joy and healing for children and families across the country.

To everyone who cheered them on at Night of Magic, and to every volunteer who makes our mission possible. This recognition is for YOU, too. 💫

Drop a ✨ in the comments to help us celebrate our Volunteers of the Year and all the magic-makers who bring courage, joy, and connection to life every day.

#NightofMagic #VolunteersoftheYear #AMomentofMagic #MakingMagicTogether

✨ Sponsor Spotlight ✨

We’re thrilled to welcome @drinkparch as an in-kind partner for this year’s Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole!

PARCH is known for their innovative, non-alcoholic agave cocktails crafted with desert botanicals, real ingredients, and so much heart. Their drinks are a celebration of wellness, intention, and joy — values that align perfectly with our mission to uplift medically vulnerable children through creative play and community care.

Thanks to their generous contribution, our guests will be sipping on something truly magical! PARCH is a perfect complement to a night dedicated to bravery, imagination, and impact.

Please join us in raising a glass to PARCH for helping us create a night to remember 💫

🔗 nightofmagicgala.org

#NightOfMagic2025 #DrinkParch #BraveStrongFearless #NonAlcoholicCocktails #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #AMomentOfMagic

🎉 SOLD OUT! 🎉

We’re completely blown away by our community! Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole is officially SOLD OUT! 💫

To every single one of you who bought a ticket, sponsored, donated, or helped spread the word: thank you for showing up with so much heart. This event is more than just a party. it’s a powerful celebration of courage, connection, and community, all in support of medically vulnerable children across the country. We can't wait to celebrate with all of you this evening!

💜 Still want to get involved?

You can still make an impact:
✨ Bid in our silent auction
✨ Make a donation
✨ Buy a raffle ticket a moment of magic
✨ Help spread the word

nightofmagicgala.org

Let’s keep the good going together. 💫

#NightofMagic2025 #SoldOut #SupportTheMagic #BraveStrongFearless #AMomentofMagic #FundraiserWithHeart #NYCEvents

✨ Thank you to @shimmerbevs , our amazing In‑Kind Partner for Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole! ✨

Shimmerwood Beverages crafts booze-free, adaptogen-infused drinks designed to support wellness and uplift spirits. Their generous partnership brings thoughtful, health-forward refreshment to our event.

We’re grateful for partners who believe in the magic we’re making together and we can’t wait to share a toast with you tonight!

Join us in the magic tonight by buying some raffle tickets, placing a bid in the auction, or making a donation at nightofmagicgala.org

#NightOfMagic #AMomentOfMagic #SponsorSpotlight #ShimmerwoodBeverages #WellnessWithPurpose #CommunitySupport #PlayThatSparksHealing #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #MagicMakers

⏳ The countdown is on! ⏳

You have just 12 hours left to snag once-in-a-lifetime trips, rare collectibles, and exclusive experiences in our Night of Magic Silent Auction all while supporting creative play and mental health programs for children with serious illnesses.

💫 Every bid brings a little more magic to a child’s life.
🌍 Trips, memorabilia, luxury packages & more await!
✨ Proceeds benefit A Moment of Magic Foundation.

Bid now before the clock runs out: nightofmagicgala.org/auctions

Let’s make this final stretch magical. 💜

#NightOfMagic2025 #BidForGood #AMomentOfMagic #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #SilentAuction #NYCEvent

We are so grateful to Andrea Fusco for being a Community Sponsor for Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole for a second year in a row! ✨

Andrea’s generous support helps us do more than just host a beautiful evening. Her support fuels a movement of joy, support, and emotional healing for children with serious illnesses and their families. Every dollar raised through this event helps bring creative play, mental health support, and moments of connection to hospital rooms, homes, and communities across the country.

The power of this night, and our mission, rests in the hands of people like Andrea who believe in the magic of small moments and the impact of collective care. Her sponsorship helps us ensure that no child feels alone in their fight, and that families facing the unimaginable are met with light, hope, and love.

From all of us at A Moment of Magic, thank you, Andrea. Your kindness is helping us spark something extraordinary.

🌟 Want to help us make magic too? The big night is TONIGHT but you can still get in on the fun! Place a bid, buy a raffle ticket, or make a donation at nightofmagicgala.org

#NightOfMagic #CommunitySponsor #AMomentofMagic #SupportTheMagic #BraveStrongFearless #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #PlayThatSparksHealing

Tonight's the big night! Whether you're joining us in New York City for A Night of Magic or will be bidding on some auctions from your computer at home, let us know what you are looking forward to most down below!

⭐Help us reach our fundraising goal at nightofmagicgala.org

📸: @lipyanskiy_photo

#TaylorSwiftGuitar #CharityAuction #NightOfMagic #BidToWin #SupportTheMagic #GiveBack #SilentAuction #TaylorSwiftMerch #BenefitAuction #SignedMemorabilia #ExclusiveExperiences

✨ Big News! ✨

We are beyond thrilled to announce our Master of Ceremonies for Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole: the one and only @marissaannmusic !

MarissaAnn made history as the youngest contestant on NBC’s The Voice, and has since performed at world-class venues including Madison Square Garden, The Barclays Center, and the Apollo Theater. She’s been featured on Good Day New York, E! News, ESPN, and today she’s the official Anthem singer for the New York Islanders at UBS Arena.

Now, she’s bringing that same magic to Night of Magic, guiding us through an unforgettable evening of celebration, community, and impact.

Having MarissaAnn lead us through the evening is an absolute honor and we can’t wait for you to experience the energy, talent, and inspiration she brings.

Learn more and get involved before it’s too late! nightofmagicgala.org

#NightofMagic #AMomentofMagic #MasterofCeremonies #MarissaAnn

We’re sending a big thank you to @birkholdmaiderattorneys for standing with us as a Friend Sponsor of this year’s Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole. 💜

Their support helps us continue creating moments of joy, healing, and imagination for children facing serious illness and we’re so grateful to have them on our team. Thank you for being champions for children with cancer and other serious illnesses.

🪄 Want to be part of the magic?
Head to nightofmagicgala.org to:
✨ Place a bid in our silent auction
✨ Buy a raffle ticket
✨ Make a donation

#NightOfMagic #AMomentOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #NYCEvents #NonprofitSupporters #SilentAuction #CommunityChampions

Some stories don’t need many words, just the right moment, the right book, and the right person to remind you of your magic. 💫

Every child we serve has a story all their own, filled with bravery, resilience, and joy. And when we sit beside them — in costume, in character, or simply in kindness — we get to be a part of it.

And it's a privilege to do so every time.

#AMomentOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #YourMagicBook #PediatricCancer #PlayAsPublicHealth #MagicMakers #PlayThatSparksHealing

✨ We're sending a heartfelt thank you to our Friend Sponsor, Mary Margaret Glover of @thepetitpalate
, for her generous support of Night of Magic: Down the Rabbit Hole. ✨

Mary Margaret is more than a fashion expert who wears her heart on her sleeve. She's a passionate cancer awareness advocate and someone who believes in the power of community, creativity, and showing up for children facing medical vulnerabilities.

We were so grateful to be connected to Mary during our New York Stock Exchange Event and fell in love with her true heart of gold. We couldn't be more grateful for her advocacy and generosity 💜🎗️

🎟 You can still join the celebration or support from afar by making a donation or placing a bid at nightofmagicgala.org

Every dollar raised helps us bring more magic to the kids who need it most.

#NightOfMagic #BraveStrongFearless #AMomentOfMagic #MagicWithMeaning #FashionWithHeart #NYCEvents #NonprofitSponsor #PlayThatSparksHealing

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