On behalf of the children and families Starlight supports, thank you for running miles to deliver smiles with Team Starlight. As you faced this physically and mentally intense experience, you honored the challenges faced by young patients every single day and helped bring moments of joy to millions of kids in more than 700 hospitals across the country. We are grateful to have you in this powerful community of fundraisers, and look forward to running with you again soon!

When a child faces a serious illness or injury, it can often be an emotional and stressful experience, even when in the best possible care. Kids may experience emotions such as anxiety, sadness, and frustration. They may feel scared or uncertain about their medical condition or isolated and alone, unable to spend time with family and friends.

That's why Starlight exists. To ensure children's hospitals are easier places for kids to be. Our vital services distract from endless pokes or pain, inspire imaginations and ease boredom to help kids feel better - because happy kids heal faster.