Kawasaki Kids Backpack Program
Bringing Comfort, Hope, and Heart to Every Hospital Room
When a child is diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, families often find themselves scared and overwhelmed. Our Kawasaki Kids Backpacks bring a little light during a dark and confusing time — filled with comfort items, resources, and love from families who’ve been there.
What’s Inside the Backpack
Each backpack is thoughtfully filled with comfort items for the child and helpful resources for parents navigating this unexpected journey.
Contents:
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Stuffed animal or blanket for comfort
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Parent information guide about Kawasaki disease
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Small toys, games and coloring books/crayons
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Heart sticker or bracelet symbolizing strength and hope
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A personal note from another Kawasaki family or Kawasaki Kids
Jake & Cooper Logan - building backpacks
The backpacks are given to families by doctors and nurses upon diagnosis of Kawasaki Disease. During the actual diagnosis, families are confused, have questions, and have probably been in and out of doctor offices and hospitals with multiple misdiagnosis — and need support and smiles now more than ever. The backpack program is set to do just that! We fill the backpacks with comfort items, toys, games, gift cards, and information on Kawasaki Disease.
testimonials
My daughter received a backpack in the hospital. I can still remember how excited she was to receive it and play with the things inside. It made our long hospital stay a little brighter. It was the first time she smiled for weeks of being miserable and it really warmed our hearts to see her return to herself. She still uses it to this day and tells her friends about how only kids with Kawasaki Disease get one. Our family sends the most heartfelt thank you! - Kawasaki Mom
Our son’s backpack brought comfort during a really scary time. Knowing other Kawasaki Kids cared enough to send it gave us strength and reminded us that brighter days were ahead. - Julie