Children’s Hospital Play Grants News

Toy Foundation Play Grant Recipients Among U.S. News 2024-2025 Best Children’s Hospitals

21 OCT

Eleven hospitals that have received grants from The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) Children’s Hospital Play Grants program were ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation for behavioral health.

Help Bring Play to Children’s Hospitals through The Toy Foundation’s Auction

23 SEP

It's your last chance to bid for The Toy Foundation's online auction, with all proceeds going toward funding grants for children's hospitals to improve pediatric care and promote healing through play.

Toy Companies Unite to Support Children’s Hospitals at The Toy Foundation’s Fundraiser

16 SEP

On September 9, the toy industry gathered at The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) “Party with a Purpose” fundraiser to raise approximately $570,000 to support TTF’s Children’s Hospital Play Grants program.

Build-A-Bear Celebrates National Teddy Bear Day with Donation to The Toy Foundation™

09 SEP

In celebration of National Teddy Bear Day on September 9, Build-A-Bear Foundation is partnering with The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) to make sure children in greatest need receive a furry friend and experience the comfort and joy it provides. Build-A-Bear Foundation will donate $10,000 to TTF’s Children’s Hospital Play Grants program, plus 5,000 teddy bears to TTF’s Toy Bank.

Toy Foundation Auction is Now Open for Your Bids

03 SEP

The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) curated online auction is officially open for toy enthusiasts everywhere to place their bids! Featuring one-of-a-kind experiences, valuable brand-building services, unique collectibles, and more, TTF aims to raise $50,000, with all proceeds supporting its work delivering play to children’s hospitals.

‘Party with a Purpose’ to Support the Benefits of Play on Mental Health

19 AUG

The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) Children’s Hospital Play Grants program is the industry’s opportunity to deliver play to children’s hospitals responding to mental health crises every day.

Play Supports Children’s Hospitals in Meeting Patient Needs, But More Help is Needed

12 AUG

On September 9, join us at TAO Los Angeles for "Party with a Purpose," where the toy industry can unite to support The Toy Foundation’s Children’s Hospital Play Grants Program. Your participation helps expand therapeutic play programs for pediatric patients in need.

Call for Auction Items to Support “Party with a Purpose” Fundraiser for Children’s Hospitals

29 JUL

The Toy Foundation will host an online auction in tandem with “Party with a Purpose,” (Sept. 9) filled with unique items, collectibles, and experiences for event guests and toy enthusiasts everywhere to bid on their favorite items.

The Importance of Play at Children’s Hospitals

22 JUL

Kathleen Campisano, global chief marketing officer at Beacon Media Group and vice chair of The Toy Foundation, discussed how play improves pediatric care with representatives from Maimonides Health and Hope for Henry.

In LA During Market Week? Don’t Miss “Party with a Purpose” Fundraiser for Children’s Hospitals

22 JUL

Mark your calendars to make a difference: Attend The Toy Foundation’s “Party with a Purpose” and be a part of an industry-wide movement to bring the joy of play to hospitalized children across the country.

“Party with a Purpose” to Raise Money for Children’s Hospitals

08 JUL

One of the toy industry’s top philanthropic missions is to bring play to children, particularly those in hospitals serving predominantly low-income communities. The Toy Foundation’s (TTF) “Party with a Purpose,” taking place Monday, September 9 at TAO Los Angeles, is an opportunity for the toy industry to join together and help improve pediatric care nationwide.

Don’t Miss “Party with a Purpose” in LA, a Fundraiser to Bring Resources into Children's Hospitals

17 JUN

The Toy Foundation™ (TTF), the charitable arm of The Toy Association™, is kicking off LA Fall Preview week with “Party with a Purpose,” the must-attend philanthropy, networking, and entertainment event supporting TTF’s work in children’s hospitals. Taking place Monday, September 9 at TAO Los Angeles, everyone in the industry is invited to come celebrate their love of play and deepen our collective commitment to deliver the power of play to children in need.

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