Giving Hope One Toy at a Time
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Giving Hope One Toy at a Time ・・♥・・
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Comforting Kids Fighting Cancer — One Toy at a Time
At the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation, we believe every child fighting cancer deserves a moment of joy.
It all started in 1993, when founder Colleen Kisel saw the comfort a small toy
brought her son, Martin, during his cancer treatment. That simple gift sparked
a big idea: bring smiles and comfort to kids facing the toughest battles.
Today, Treasure Chest Programs have been established in 69 pediatric cancer centers across the country — with many still actively serving young patients. After a difficult procedure, each child gets to choose a toy, gift, or gift card — a small reward for their strength and bravery.
Because a little comfort can go a long way.
Our Impact
Many parents face the heartbreaking news that their child has cancer. Over the years, the Treasure Chest Foundation has offered hope and support to countless families. We invite you to read interviews from those who have experienced this journey firsthand and share how we’ve made a difference in their lives.
Follow Isla's journey through cancer and learn how having the Treasure Chest Foundation in her life was a blessing to her and her whole family.
Testimonials
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Our teenage patients always look forward to their gift cards. It brings them such joy to hear we have new gift cards or have gift cards from a place they love.
Kimmie Vavra, RN
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Our patients look forward to choosing a toy from the Treasure Chest after they have received their treatment! Our kids are very comforted by this. Thank you!
Becky Wachs, CCLS
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The Treasure Chest in invaluable to the patients at our practice. The kids truly look forward to choosing a toy at the end of their visit.
Amy Peterson, RN
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We love being able to brighten our teenage patient’s day by giving them the Treasure Chest Foundation gift cards. It allows them to gain control and choose something they really want.
Kerri Arvidson, CCLS