Brightening Hospital Stays, One Story at a Time.
Bringing Stories, Smiles & Comfort to Children in Hospitals
~Because every child deserves comfort, hope, and the magic of a story.
Our Mission 🌟
At the Bradykin Children's Foundation, we believe stories have the power to heal, inspire, and bring joy. Our mission is to provide comfort, hope, and literacy to hospitalized children through Bradykin Bags filled with books, plush toys, creative activities, and special surprises. We partner with hospitals and pediatric programs to help children and families feel supported during challenging times.
A Letter from Megan
My hospital journey began when I was just two months old and diagnosed with viral meningitis. From that moment on, much of my childhood and into my high school years was spent in and out of hospitals. My family lived through the fear, uncertainty, and challenges that come with medical appointments, procedures, and hospital stays.
What we remember most, however, is the kindness.
Complete strangers showed up with handmade quilts, arts and crafts, toys for my big brother Matthew, and thoughtful gifts that brought comfort during difficult times. Nurses, doctors, volunteers, and caring individuals found ways to brighten our days when we needed it most. Those simple acts of generosity reminded us that we were not alone and brought hope during some of our toughest moments.
As I grew older, I came to understand just how powerful those acts of kindness were. They taught me that even the smallest gesture can bring comfort, encouragement, and joy to a child and family facing difficult circumstances.
That is why my family and I created the Bradykin Children's Foundation.
Today, our mission is to bring that same comfort, hope, and joy to hospitalized children and their families through Bradykin Bags filled with books, plush toys, coloring activities, and special surprises. Each bag is a reminder that someone cares, someone is thinking of them, and that they are never alone on their journey.
Today, I have the privilege of working with kindergarten students every day. Their smiles, curiosity, and resilience inspire me, and through the Bradykin Children's Foundation, I hope to help children facing medical challenges experience the same comfort, encouragement, and kindness that meant so much to me and my family.
What began as kindness shown to my family has become our mission to pay that kindness forward.
Thank you for helping us bring smiles, comfort, and hope to children when they need it most.
With gratitude,
Megan Downing
Co-Founder, Bradykin Children's Foundation
"You are seen. You are loved. You are never alone."
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Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
Bradykin Children’s Foundation is a federally recognized
501(c)(3) charitable organization (EIN: 39-3987674). Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
