Artwork by St. Jude patient Adrienne
What is the Three Kings Day tradition?
Three Kings Day (Día de los Reyes Magos) is a cherished Catholic tradition celebrated by many Latin American and Hispanic families. It originated in ancient times, commemorating the epic journey of Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar. These three wise men, coming from the East, were guided by a star to present gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to Jesus, born in Bethlehem, alongside his parents, Mary and Joseph. This beautiful tradition marks the end of the Christmas season in numerous Hispanic countries.
Three Kings Day is celebrated annually on Jan. 6.
Celebrate with us this year by making a special gift that will bring joy and support to St. Jude families.
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Become a monthly donor
Share the magic of this day by becoming a St. Jude Partner in Hope and join a dedicated community of monthly donors who support our lifesaving mission to cure childhood cancer around the world. Donate $19 a month and receive the iconic T-shirt: “This T-Shirt Saves Lives.”
Tina, St. Jude patient and cancer survivor
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Rehabilitation balls
Your $25 gift could help provide one rehabilitation ball for St. Jude patients. Rehabilitation balls help patients regain strength and mobility after cancer treatment.*
St. Jude patient Luna from Guatemala
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Patient meals
Your $50 gift could provide two days of meals to a patient.*
St. Jude patient Pepe
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A red wagon
Your $100 gift could help provide a red wagon, which is the preferred mode of travel through the halls of the hospital for our youngest patients.*
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Support of our mission
Any amount supports kids around the world. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save even more children.*
St. Jude patient Yazleemar from Puerto Rico
*Items listed here are representative of services and supplies that are part of the treatment and care of children at St. Jude. The cost of each item or service is an approximation and will vary based on actual costs incurred and individual patient needs. Your donation will be used for the general operating needs of St. Jude, where no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food.
Other ways to support St. Jude this Three Kings Day
Shop special gifts for your family
There's nothing like celebrating with meaningful gifts! The St. Jude gift shop offers various products, from toys and home decorations to accessories. Your purchase will help the children of St. Jude and their families.
Shop brands that support St. Jude
During Christmas, there are many brands that support St. Jude with exclusive products and special promotions. Explore how to help during this holiday season, through our family of corporate partners.
Your support helps patients like Pablo José
Pablo José, who lives in Guatemala, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2021 at the age of 5. He received treatment in his home country, but after 18 months his symptoms returned. Doctors referred him to St. Jude, where he received chemotherapy, radiation therapy and a bone marrow transplant.
"For me, St. Jude is another world," said his dad. "It is the best in every sense of the word, not only the people who work at St. Jude but the medicine they offer."
St. Jude patient Pablo José
St. Jude patient Kataleya with her parents
Make an impact on St. Jude kids this Three Kings Day
Because of your support, we can provide children cutting-edge treatments not covered by insurance, at no cost to families.
You can make recurring gifts to St. Jude through our monthly giving program and become a Partner In Hope. Your donations will help sustain our lifesaving mission.
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