Our Impact

Since our founding in 2024, Little Horizons has been making a meaningful difference in the lives of pediatric patients and their families through dedicated programs and community support.

Making a Difference

Our growing impact reflects the dedication of our volunteers and the support of our community.

150+
Children Served
500+
Toys Donated
50+
Active Volunteers
25+
Events Organized

Featured Projects & Initiatives

Highlighting some of our most impactful programs and the difference they've made.

Christmas toy drive collection box filled with stuffed animals and toys
Holiday 2024
Holiday Toy Drive
Our largest toy drive to date, bringing holiday joy to pediatric patients

During the 2024 holiday season, our team organized a comprehensive toy drive that collected over 300 toys for children in local pediatric wards. The event brought together volunteers from multiple schools and community organizations.

300+ toys collected
5 hospitals served
75 volunteers
Young patient doing art activities with volunteer in hospital setting
Ongoing Program
Creative Arts Program
Weekly art activities that promote healing through creativity

Our ongoing arts program provides weekly creative activities for pediatric patients, including painting, drawing, and craft projects. These sessions offer therapeutic benefits and help children express themselves during treatment.

Weekly sessions
3 hospitals
Art supplies donated
Children reading Dr. Seuss books including Horton Hears a Who
New Initiative
Bedside Reading Program
One-on-one reading sessions to provide comfort and companionship

Our newest initiative pairs trained volunteers with pediatric patients for personalized reading sessions. These intimate moments provide comfort, distraction, and human connection during hospital stays.

20+ volunteers trained
2 hospitals
Books donated
North Shore University Hospital exterior building
Partnership
Hospital Partnerships
Building strong relationships with leading pediatric medical centers

We've established meaningful partnerships with premier medical institutions like North Shore University Hospital, working directly with pediatric departments to understand their needs and deliver targeted support programs.

5+ hospital partners
Regular visits
Coordinated programs

Stories of Hope

The real measure of our impact lies in the smiles we've brought and the connections we've made.

Local Children's Hospital
"The Little Horizons volunteers have become a bright spot in our pediatric ward. The children look forward to their visits, and we've seen how much joy and comfort these young volunteers bring to our patients during difficult times."

Dr. Sarah Martinez

Pediatric Department Head

Parent Testimonial
"When my daughter was hospitalized for several weeks, the Little Horizons volunteers made such a difference. They brought art supplies, read stories, and most importantly, they brought smiles during a very scary time for our family."

Maria Rodriguez

Parent of Patient

Help Us Expand Our Impact

Join our mission to bring joy and comfort to even more pediatric patients. Every volunteer, donation, and act of support helps us reach more children in need.