Local hospitals
Arts & Crafts
Creative projects that turn a hospital room into a space for imagination. Volunteers paint, draw and build alongside children, bringing comfort and fun for everyone involved.
A nonprofit for children in hospitals
Bringing joy to children in hospitals
We believe happiness has healing power. Through arts, music and heartfelt visits, Here4U helps young patients feel loved, cared for and never alone.
Our mission
No child should feel alone in the hospital
Here4U brings happiness and hope to children in hospitals through personal visits, compassion and heartfelt experiences.
- Personal visits that build real friendships
- Creative activities that bring comfort and fun
- Lasting memories for children and their families
What we do
Small moments, big smiles
Our volunteers bring activities to children in treatment so they have something to look forward to, and a friend they can count on.
Local hospitals
Music Time
We ask each child about their favorite songs, then perform one just for them. A familiar tune can lift spirits and make a long day feel a little lighter.
Various locations
Toy Days
Volunteers get to know each child — what they love and what they don’t — then surprise them with a toy picked just for them, building real friendships along the way.
Happiness is found when you give joy to others.The Here4U Promise
Why joy matters
Happiness helps children heal
Joy isn’t just a nice extra. Positive experiences support children’s growth and wellbeing, especially during hard times.
Brain development
Positive emotions help build the connections tied to learning, memory and emotional balance.
Emotional resilience
Regular moments of joy help children cope with stress, change and uncertainty.
Physical wellbeing
Happiness can lower stress hormones, support the immune system and help children rest.
A brighter outlook
Joyful memories nurture optimism, confidence and a sense of being cared for.
Stories
From our visits
Notes, reflections and updates from the Here4U team.
Welcome to Here4U
Why we started Here4U, and what we hope to bring to children spending their days in hospital.
Read story →51 Boxes of Joy for Medical City Children's Hospital
Here4U delivered 51 boxes filled with coloring sheets, toys and small gifts to children at Medical City Children's Hospital in Dallas.
Read story →Help us bring more smiles
Volunteer at a hospital visit, donate toys and art supplies, or partner with us to reach more children.