Your Support Saves Lives and Families
Nationwide Children's is unique place where world-class care and cutting-edge research make a difference for generations of families. Every contribution, whether through donations, volunteering, event participation, or other forms of support, helps create life-changing outcomes for our patients.
Discover the many ways you can make a difference, fuel breakthrough innovations, enable compassionate care, and improve the lives of children around the world.
Connor’s Courage: Fighting Leukemia with Strength, Hope, and Heart
At just three years old, Connor began a battle against acute lymphoblastic leukemia that tested every ounce of his resilience. Today, even after a relapse, his determination, with help from the unwavering support of his care team, continues to light the way forward.
Light Up the Lawn, Light up a Life This Holiday Season
When you donate to Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life at Nationwide Children's Hospital, you help brighten the season for patients and families who need it most. From twinkling lights outside to the hope of shining inside, your support brings comfort, joy and healing.
Join us in making this holiday season a little brighter for every child.
Nationwide Children's Light Up the Lawn campaign is presented by NRG.
Toy Donations
Help our patients and families by donating items on our wish list, including educational toys, games, and other items.
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Foundation Events
Holiday Toy Drop
December 5, 6, 10 and 13, 2025
646 Parsons Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
Toys and donations this holiday season make play with purpose accessible throughout the year!
Donors interested in participating in our annual toy drop can sign up for a time to drop of their gifts.
Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life
November 18 - December 31, 2025
Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Children's Drive
Columbus, OH 43205
Launching in November and continuing through the holiday season, the lawn along Livingston Avenue in front of Nationwide Children’s will be transformed with an impressive butterfly-themed light display. Dozens of multi-colored butterflies will cover the lawn, illuminating each time a donation is made.
The “Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” display will be visible to pediatric patients and their families in the hospital tower as they look out at the lawn below, creating a joyful, impactful experience during the holiday season.
Crimson Cup supports Nationwide Children's
Thank you, Crimson Cup, for supporting Nationwide Children's Hospital with your new Frosted Sugar Cookie Latte this holiday season.
Rock N Bowl
Rock 'N Bowl, presented by the Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital, is a fundraising event that supports The Center for Family Safety and Healing.
About the Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation
In 1892, a group of citizens held a sale to raise money for the care of sick, impoverished children. That effort led to the opening of Nationwide Children’s Hospital in 1894. For more than a century, we have existed to care for every child, for every reason.
The Foundation is the fundraising arm of Nationwide Children’s. Our job – with your help – is to ensure much needed funds are available for innovative research, emerging trends in pediatric health, and to react to our ever changing world. Philanthropy ensures that we can dream big.
Over 100 years… That is how long charity, donations, and generosity have enabled us to help children. With your help, we can add another century to our distinguished history.
Nationwide Children's Hospital is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 31-1036370)
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, OH 43205
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