Spending the holidays in the hospital is a reality many people dread. That said, families at St. Jude are always able to find ways to be grateful.
Let these short, inspirational quotes of thankfulness warm your heart, then spread the gratitude with your loved ones by sharing them on social media channels. You can also offer St. Jude families another reason to give thanks, by donating or exploring other ways to give.
Everyday is a gift, and I’ve learned to unwrap it with gratitude. Surviving cancer taught me that even thesmallest momentscan hold thebiggest joys.
— St. Jude survivor Adrienne
There’s so much kindness in the world. It’s inspiring in a way that it challenges us, the recipients of this kindness, to give back.
— Stephanie, St. Jude patient Aspen's mom
I am so happy and so grateful and so full of love.
— St. Jude supporter Kayla, after her Twitch livestreams brought her total raised for St. Jude to more than a half-million dollars
Success in life has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself. It's what you do for others.
– St. Jude founder Danny Thomas
St. Jude patient Yara
Dedicate a donation
Dedicate your donation in honor or memory of others if you choose. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
Holiday collection from the St. Jude Gift Shop
Shop the St. Jude Gift Shop
Help St. Jude kids by shopping in the St. Jude Gift Shop. Find presents that make a difference for your friends and family and help end childhood cancer.
St. Jude patient Hazel with her mom
Send a free card
Give hope to the kids of St. Jude and their families by sending a card to a patient today.
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