Holiday Wish List & Financial Support for Pediatric Cancer Families at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), 2025

Baby Ivan is just two weeks old, yet his life already includes hospital rooms, tests, and treatments instead of the comfort of home. Ivan was recently diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer affecting infants. His care requires frequent visits to CHOP and Wills Eye Hospital, bringing enormous emotional and financial strain on his family.

Wish List Items:

• Size 1 and Size 3 diapers

• “All Free & Clear” baby-safe laundry detergent

• Baby wipes

Little Sara is a curious, bright 5-year-old who was recently diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. She is currently receiving treatment at CHOP, where her family is doing everything possible to support her through hospital visits, medications, and the many emotional challenges that come with this diagnosis.

Adding to the difficulty, her parents are preparing to welcome a new baby sibling any day now, making the financial strain even heavier. With treatment costs, frequent travel, and caring for a newborn, the family is stretched thin during an already overwhelming time.

Wish List Items

• Newborn and Size 1 diapers

• Velcro swaddle

• Gift card (Walmart, Burlington, or Ross)

• Telescope for Sara’s holiday dream

Little Ben a bright, energetic 33‑month‑old who should be spending his days racing toy cars and roaring like a dinosaur - not fighting bilateral retinoblastoma, cancer in both eyes. His treatment at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Wills Eye Hospital requires frequent medical visits and ongoing monitoring, putting emotional and financial strain on his family.

Wish List Items:

• Clothing (size 5T)

• Shoes (size 11) little kids

• Dinosaur or car toys

• Walmart gift card for essentials

Brave Adrian is a playful 34 month old who should be stacking blocks, building with Legos, and zooming toy cars across the floor - not undergoing treatment for B cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Diagnosed in September 2025, Adrian is in active treatment at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), and the constant appointments and uncertainty place a heavy emotional and financial burden on his mom. Even on hard days, Adrian’s eyes still light up for dinosaurs, cars, and anything he can build.​

Wish List Items:

• Dinosaur toys​

• Toy cars​

• Legos / building toys​

Anna is an 18 year old who should be focused on college plans, friends, and her future - not battling osteosarcoma and coping with multiple relapses. Diagnosed in February 2023 and relapsing twice in 2025, Anna continues treatment at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), where she and her family face the emotional, physical, and financial weight of long‑term cancer care. Even through setbacks, Anna stays determined and leans on small comforts and tools that help her feel a little more like a typical teenager.​

Wish List Items:

• Dual monitor stand to support her schoolwork, creativity, and online connections during treatment​

• Jellycat “Amuseables Sports Ski Goggles” plush for her 15 year old sister, who has stood by her side through every hospital stay and setback​

Your support helps Isha Cares bring moments of joy and normalcy into their life, reminding his family that they are seen, supported, and not alone this holiday season.