Child Life Donations of Toys, Games and Supplies Thank you for your interest in supporting our pediatric patients as well as the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital Since we treat thousands of children in our hospital each year, we have an ongoing need for new toys, craft supplies and other items for children from infancy through age 21 Hospitalization is a challenging experience for children and their families Your generosity and goodwill through the act of donating lifts the spirits of our patients Special toys and activities help to provide play opportunities and make the hospital experience less stressful We have created a Child Life Wish List to help you choose items most appropriate for children while they are hospitalized Please note: All toys, stuffed animals and donated items must be new Also, for patient confidentiality and infection control, donors are not able to deliver gifts directly to patients To schedule a donation, please contact the Child Life Program staff at (631) 444-3840 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Can I donate used toys? A: Due to infection control policies, we are only able to distribute new items All donated items must be new and free of any odors such as smoke Q: Where, how and when I deliver my donation? A: All donations must be scheduled with the Child Life staff in advance To make an appointment call (631) 444-3840 A Stony Brook Child Life Specialist or Volunteer will greet you in the main lobby of Stony Brook University Hospital, near the Information Desk They will have you complete the Donor Log Form before accepting your donation Q: May I hand my donation directly to the patients? A: To preserve patient confidentiality and reduce the potential for infection exposure, donors are not allowed to visit pediatric units to deliver gifts directly to patients Q: Can I make a monetary donation to the hospital? A: Absolutely If you would like to donate money, please contact University Advancement at (631) 444-2899 for information on how and where to send your donation Stony Brook University/SUNY is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer