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A Moment of Magic
at the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill
CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA
Meet A Moment of Magic at UNC-Chapel Hill
A Moment of Magic UNC-CH 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 Research Triangle Park since 2018 by engaging students at UNC Chapel Hill. 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 UNC-CH volunteers. All gifts made here stay with the UNC 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 girls couldn't stop talking about how cool it was that they got a special visit from princesses! The volunteers were so attentive and thoughtful and were willing to be as hands on as the girls wanted them to be. It was wonderful! The presents delivered were over the top! I never imagined such an incredible day! Thank you so much for making this happen for my family! We are feeling so blessed!"
Courtney Summa-Barbour, 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
Ella Whitaker
Chapter President
Ava Maund
Vice President & Magic Experience Coordinator
Andrea Coto
Secretary
Mary Pell
Treasurer
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.
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Get Involved with AMoM
at The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
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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
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