The Jared Box Project

The Jared Box Project in Pittsburgh! "My 6 year old daughter had surgery today at Allegheny Health Network -Wexford, and it was such a welcome surprise for you to give her this box of toys! It really boosted her spirits and took her mind off things while we were waiting. The doctors and nurses commented on how great she did when she went back to surgery. And now we have a big box of toys to play with in recovery! Thank you so much, we really appreciate it! Keep up the good work!" - KD #jaredbox #jaredboxsmiles

What a great day! Thank you, Baker Tilly US, for your support of The Jared Box Project.

Jared Boxes in WV! Thank you to the Rotary of Keyser, WV for your support of The Jared Box Project. Your boxes are sure to put smiles on the faces of children in the hospital. 🥰💚

The Jared Box Project in West Virginia! Thank you to the Fairmont Rotary Club members for making Jared Boxes for the children at Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital. The 'give local' nature of this project is one of the keys to success. Great job, thank you Rotary Club.

A few weeks ago, Penn State University incoming student athletes assembled Jared Boxes, wrote heartfelt notes of encouragement and did a great job decorating the lids. To follow up, a group of students athletes delivered the Jared Boxes to Penn Highlands Healthcare State College. Thank you to following student athletes for delivering the Jared Boxes. Ty Watson, Wrestling; Zack Ryder, Wrestling, Cole Mirasola, Wrestling; Connor Mirasola, Wrestling; Porter Rhoades, Lacrosse; Victoria Tomonto, Lacrosse and Arden Jansen, Lacrosse. All smiles ahead for children at Penn Highlands Healthcare, State College. Thank you, Meighan Julbert and Myles Dread for organizing this event for the student athletes to give back.

The Jared Box Project’s very own, Alissa Mall, is going Over The Edge for Centre County United Way. Help Alissa raise funds for CCUW on behalf of The Jared Box Project! Plus, for every $50 donated, we will make 3 Jared Boxes in your name! Lots to smile about here! 💚😊 Click this Link or Scan the code to Donate! https://lnkd.in/emHkm-cu Thank you, Alissa Mall! You are the brave one of us! 😅🫣 Centre County United Way Ja Nae Wian #jaredbox #unitedway #overtheedge

Jared Box Smiles at Penn State Health! "My daughter received a box at her last Eye Specialist Appointment. She was seen at Lancaster Pediatrics part of Penn State Health Children's Hospital.  These are long, tiring, multiple hour appointments and this made her smile!!!" -Janette #Jaredbox #Jaredboxproject #nonprofit #smiles

 Mount Nittany Health donated $2,500 to The Jared Box Project!   For over 22 years, The Jared Box Project has delivered smiles, laughter, and hope to children in hospitals across the country. Over 500 hospitals across the country are recipients of Jared Boxes. Locally, Mount Nittany Health has been giving out Jared Boxes for over 20 years. To show their support, Mount Nittany Health donated $2,500 to The Jared Box Project. In addition, members of the Imaging Department at Mount Nittany Medical Center made 75 Jared Boxes. At Mount Nittany Health, Jared Boxes are given to children in the emergency department, patients rooms, and at the outpatient surgical center. "It can be scary for kids when they are in the Emergency Department," said Kerri Kubalak, Community Engagement Manager, Mount Nittany Health. "Jared Boxes offer a crucial distraction during these stressful times. We are fortunate to receive ongoing support from our local community, who generously donate Jared Boxes to our facility." “We are honored and delighted to receive this generous donation from Mount Nittany Health. This donation allows us to continue to deliver Jared Boxes to our community’s young patients.  Over 2,000 Jared Boxes are given out locally each year. These little Jared Boxes calm nerves and  lift spirits during hospital visits,” said Cindy Kolarik, Executive Director, The Jared Box Project. The Jared Box Project is a nonprofit organization that aims to bring joy and smiles to children in hospitals across the country. Jared Boxes are plastic shoe boxes filled with small gifts, toys, cards, games, and other fun activities. These boxes are made by local community groups and given to children in emergency rooms, hospital rooms, surgical centers, and clinics.   The Jared Box Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. To learn more, visit www.thejaredbox.org.   Photos Attached: Presentation of Jared Boxes and $2,500 Sponsorship Donation: Pictured left to right:  Kerri S. Kubalak, Manager of Community Engagement, Mount Nittany Health; Monique Behrer, Volunteer Supervisor, Mount Nittany Health, Cindy Kolarik, Executive Director, The Jared Box Project Photo 2:  Janelle Buck, Mount Nittany Health Imaging Department, presents Jared Boxes made by the Imaging Department

Powerful Words... "Thank you for supplying a wonderful Jared Box for my 5 year old son, Eli. It gives him something to look forward to while going to daily radiation treatment. Some days he just looks through it and the next day he might choose two items. It means a lot to him to have a box that belongs to him, in a place where he has no control or say as to what happens. The joy you give him daily is priceless. Thank you for all your efforts. God Bless you." - RC

The Jared Box Project at DAVIS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER in Elkins, WV. All smiles when a child is given a Jared Box. It really is that easy! Join us, www.thejaredbox.org