By: Kym Whitney

Miracles for Kids is a nonprofit organization in Orange County, whose mission is to support low-income families with a child fighting a critical illness. They provide monthly financial assistance, subsidized housing, free wellness counseling, and deliveries of household essentials to more than 350 families a year.

Just three short years ago, Miracles for Kids launched their first-ever women’s giving circle, 360° Miracle. Beginning with eight founding members in 2020, 360° Miracle now brings over 220 compassionate women together to support Miracles for Kids’ mission. These women are philanthropic donors, volunteers, and leaders in their community. The women are making a significant impact, with 100% of their annual membership contribution directly supporting the wellness therapy program.

Development Officer, Laura Collins who oversees the 360° Miracle network said, “I got involved with Miracles for Kids and was immediately impacted by a mother who lost her son to his illness. From that point on, I knew I needed to provide support and care for other mothers and families just like his.

The women of 360° Miracle feel just like Laura, and they appreciate the direct contact with Miracles for Kids families. Throughout the year, Miracles for Kids provides a variety of opportunities to support the mission. You can join an existing 360° Miracle circle or start your own, volunteer to assemble and deliver essential items, host a collection drive, and sponsor or attend events such as the upcoming Night of Miracles Gala on October 14th and the 360° Miracle Holiday Tea on November 1st.

Ways to Get Involved:

Pickleball Tournament, September 16, 2023

Join Miracles for Kids and 360° Miracle & CHOC Glass Slipper Guild
for the first "Pickleball for a Purpose" Pickleball Fundraiser on Sept 16, 2023.

https://tinyurl.com/miraclespbtourney

Night of Miracles Gala, October 14th

Miracles for Kids will be hosting their signature annual event, the Night of Miracles Gala, on Saturday, October 14th, at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach. The Night of Miracles Gala is an inspirational evening dedicated to raising funds for the families we serve.

www.miraclesforkids.org/events/2023-night-of-miracles-gala

360° Miracle Holiday Tea, November 1st

Join us on November 1st for the annual 360° Miracle Holiday Tea at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel. You can be a sponsor or purchase a ticket to attend this one of kind event. Please visit www.360miracle.org/events for more information.

For more information about Miracles for Kids or 360° Miracle, please contact Laura Laura Collins, Development Officer, Community Engagement, at 714-705-4532 or lcollins@miraclesforkids.org

Local Love:

"Volunteering for Miracles For Kids has been an important part of our family for over a decade. We had decided that we would champion causes we “didn’t have to learn about the hard way” and come alongside those who need to put all of their energy into surviving any parent’s worst nightmare. Some of the holiday opportunities are part of our family traditions, and our daughter Margaux has requested Miracles donations instead of gifts for her birthday since she was one. We’ve been fortunate to get to know some of the M4K families and witness the heroic bravery that comes with their journeys. It’s humbling, inspiring, and an incredibly valuable perspective for each of us. Life can change on a dime and we all belong to each other - being a part of Miracles has shown our children that in a way that is not transactional, but part of our family values and their character." Kim DeAllen on behalf of the entire DeAllen family.