Fueling the Magic while Sparking Smiles!
At A Moment of Magic at UNC Charlotte, we believe every child deserves the chance to laugh, dream, and feel the wonder of being a kid. Our student volunteers bring joy and comfort to children facing serious illnesses through magical visits, "Bravery Bags", and compassionate connection. With your support, we can train more Magic Makers and reach more families - restoring childhood, one moment of magic at a time. ✨
What is "A Moment of Magic" at UNC Charlotte?
A Moment of Magic (AMoM) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to one simple belief: every child deserves to experience the wonder of being a kid, no matter what they’re going through. Our college student volunteers - known as Magic Makers - bring joy, laughter, and comfort to children facing serious illnesses and medical vulnerabilities. We step into hospital rooms, schools, and community spaces to bring light into dark days through character visits, creative programming, and compassionate connection. We help families hold on to moments of light during some of life’s darkest times, and remind children that they are more than their diagnosis: they are brave, strong, and full of magic.
Here at UNC Charlotte, we are proud to carry out this mission in our own community. Whether it’s delivering Bravery Bags, leading story time at a clinic, or simply sharing a moment of laughter, our Magic Makers stand alongside children and families when they need it most.
To make every visit safe and meaningful, our student volunteers receive specialized training from medical professionals. This includes child-led interaction techniques, pediatric cancer awareness, leadership, and professionalism. Your support ensures our Magic Makers are not only spreading joy, but doing so with compassion and care.
Why Your Gift Matters
Children with serious medical conditions are 7x more likely to experience a mental health crisis than their peers. Yet fewer than one in three pediatric providers report having enough staff to meet children’s emotional needs.
That’s where you come in.
By supporting A Moment of Magic at UNC Charlotte, you are helping fill a critical gap in care. Your gift directly funds:
Bravery Bags filled with comfort items and creative activities for children in treatment.
Magical visits that create joy-filled memories for kids and families.
Volunteer training that prepares our Magic Makers to show up with compassion, safety, and professionalism.
Together, we can restore childhood where it’s been interrupted - one magical moment at a time.
You can double or triple the impact of your gift if your employer participates in a matching gift program. To see if your employer has a matching gift program, click here. If your company matches, complete your matching gift form and submit it to UNC Charlotte via mail (UNC Charlotte Foundation, 9201 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28223), fax (704-687-7259) or email (mwinslow@charlotte.edu).
$5
Spark of Joy
Even the smallest spark can brighten a child’s day! Your gift of $5 helps us add those little touches - like stickers, bubbles, or art supplies - that make each magical moment shine. Every spark adds up to real joy for kids and families. ✨
$20
Pixie Dust
With $20, you’re helping supply the behind-the-scenes magic. Whether it’s character costume pieces, craft materials, or training resources that prepare our volunteers. One sprinkle of pixie dust at a time, you’re making magical visits possible. ✨
$49
Magic Maker
At this level, you’re officially a Magic Maker! A gift of $49 helps train and prepare one UNC Charlotte student volunteer to bring safe, meaningful, and magical visits to children. From hospital rooms to community programs, you’re giving kids the chance to just be kids. ✨
$100
Bravery Bag
A gift of $100 allows us to create and deliver one Bravery Bag for a child facing a serious illness. Each bag is carefully filled with comfort items, creative activities, and small treasures designed to bring joy, strength, and a sense of normalcy during a difficult time. It’s more than just a bag - it’s a reminder to a child that they are brave, loved, and not alone in their journey. ✨
$250
Full of Wonder
This gift helps cover the costs of an entire character visit for a child and their family. From training and supplies to travel and costumes, your support makes the whole experience possible. You’re not just donating - you’re bringing a moment of pure wonder into a child’s world. ✨
