Kids Need More, a Long Island nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children, families, and young adults coping with cancer and life threatening illnesses, held its 7th Annual HoLiDAY CHEER BUS Elf Ride on Dec. 19.
For the seventh year in a row, the event’s 40 buses stocked with toy-delivering elves drove directly to homes across Long Island to make wishes come true for more than 250 children coping with cancer and serious illness.
“We started this event with just one bus seven years ago and are thrilled to see it grow year after year. We know that all parents feel the pressure to make the season magical for their children, but when families are stressed with medical visits, painful treatments, and financial burdens, taking part in holiday festivities can be overwhelming,” said Melissa Firmes, president of Kids Need More. “We wanted to make the experience not only wonderful for the children, but also as a gift to the entire family, and a way for everyone to enjoy the holiday together.”
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