Every day, children from across the four-state region walk through the doors of our children’s hospital, many facing serious diagnoses, long-term treatment, and exhausting days away from the familiarity of home. For a child, the hospital should be a place of healing, but it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally heavy. Some items like a brand-new toy, a cozy blanket, or a fun activity kit may seem small, but in the hospital, these gifts create comfort, belonging, distraction, and real moments of happiness during difficult seasons.
The Child Life department has put together a list of items that are most in need at this time. By donating new toys and gifts through The Children's Hospital Foundation, it brings smiles back to patient rooms, reassuring kids that they have the support of their community.
Ready to donate?
Visit our Linktree to view our Amazon wish lists. A PDF wish list is also available to download and print.
To schedule a donation, please email [email protected].
Our Biggest Needs
The Children's Hospital Foundation is asking for support with the following most-requested and highest-impact items:
- Stuffed animals
- Soft blankets
- Crayola markers, colored pencils, and crayons
- Gift cards
- Card games and board games
- Playdoh
- Lego sets
- Craft/STEM kits
- Sensory toys/fidgets
Other Considerations
The Henry Zarrow Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is in need of new preemie and 0-3 month clothing and sleeper sets as well as infant blankets.
Items We Cannot Accept
Because our hospital cares for children who may be at a higher risk of infection or illness, we are unable to accept the following items:
- Pre-loved or gently used items
- Items removed from original packaging
- Items that have been in storage
- Knitted hats
- Stuffed animals without tags
- Beanie Babies
- Baseball cards
- Latex balloons
- Toys depicting weapons, such as guns or swords
While we cannot accept gently used toys and clothing, many local organization can. Please consider donating them to Eastern Oklahoma Catholic Charities or the community organization of your choice. Thank you.
Additional Information
For additional information on Saint Francis child life services, please email [email protected] or call 918-502-6333.