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Something small can be the biggest gift of all

Cuddles with Kindness® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing comfort to kids in need. Our mission is to provide comfort to children facing traumatic situations while amplifying our goal to inspire kindness and compassion, no matter your age. We do this by providing cuddly stuffed animals for them to hold on to. Founder, Taylor Larson Cole spent 9 days in the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois when she was a child. During her stay she received a bear on Valentine's Day. It changed her forever. Today, Taylor and the Cuddles with Kindness® organization deliver's thousands of stuffed friends to children each year. Help us in our mission of "kindness."

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Our Mission

We provide stuffed friends to children in need, who are staying in local hospitals or children's organizations

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Get Involved

Want to donate a stuffed friend? We are so excited! Click here for more information on how to donate!

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2026 Valentine's Day Drive

Help us support children hospitalized at OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois by providing comfort this Valentine's Day by donating a NEW cuddly stuffed animal. Check out our 20+ drop off locations all throughout Central Illinois or donate virtually!

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