Joy is medicine

We deliver toys, joy packages, and financial assistance to families to children fighting cancer because no family should face cancer alone.

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What Your Generosity Has Made Possible

Because of donors like you, children with cancer have something to smile about

Gift cards for families facing childhood cancer $9,100+ Financial Family
Support
Children supported during cancer treatment 5,197 Children Supported
During Cancer Treatment
Toys and art supplies donated to children 8,573 Toys & Art Supplies
Donated
Joy Packages for children and siblings 4,024 Joy Packages Distributed
to Children & Siblings

Our Programs

Three ways we deliver toys and hands-on care to children with cancer

Child receiving a toy during cancer treatment

Toys for Joy

We stock hospital toy closets year-round with developmental toys and art supplies that help children cope during long cancer treatment days. Nurses, child life specialists, and hospital staff rely on these toys during chemo and infusion appointments when children are overwhelmed, scared, or exhausted.

TOYS FOR JOY
Gift cards ready for families facing childhood cancer

Family Support Program

Families facing childhood cancer often lose income while juggling 80–120 medical appointments in the first year. We provide $50 gas gift cards, $100 grocery gift cards, and toys for children and siblings — delivered through hospital social workers to families who need it most.

FAMILY SUPPORT
Joy Packages being assembled for children in cancer treatment

Joy Packages

Our Joy Packages are sensory-centered activity kits used by oncology teams during chemo and infusion visits. They help kids regulate emotions, stay engaged, and get through long hours of cancer treatment — multiple times a year, not just once.

JOY PACKAGES

Your Donation Sparks JOY!

  • “Each time Maxwell’s Toy Box donates, their contributions are filled with intention and meaning for the children. Despite the challenges these kids face, the thoughtfully curated toys, books, and gift cards help lift their spirits and bring comfort. We are so grateful for the continued support and love they bring to our families.”

    — Child Life Specialist, Advocate Children’s Hospital

  • “It puts a smile on my face knowing there’s so much love and support out there. But the real blessing is seeing my daughter smile.”

    — Vanessa, Mom to a Childhood Cancer Warrior

  • "Thank you for making my daughter's day after a very long treatment day.”

    — Dad to a Childhood Cancer Warrior

Our Community Impact

Hospital Partnerships

Trusted Partners

How Can You Help Children Battling Cancer

Donate to bring toys to children in cancer treatment. Every dollar counts because cancer doesn’t stop, and neither do we.

Buy a toy from Maxwell’s Toy Shoppe, and 100% of the proceeds help deliver a toy to a child with cancer.

Assemble Joy Packages for children in cancer treatment. Packages help on long chemo and infusion days.

Maxwell’s Toy Box earned the 2025 Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest recognition for accountability and mission-driven work. As a volunteer-run organization, 100% of your donation directly supports children, families, and hospitals, bringing comfort, joy, and hope to those bravely battling cancer year-round.