Five-year-old Artie knows what it’s like to spend time in hospital. Earlier this year, he was cared for by our general paediatrics and hospital in the home teams at John Hunter Children’s Hospital, supported every step of the way by our doctors, nurses and allied health staff.

This Christmas, Artie will be at home with his sisters and family - but for many children, hospital will be where they spend the festive season.

Every donation to the John Hunter Children’s Hospital Christmas Appeal helps bring a little joy to young patients who can’t be home for the holidays, and to children receiving care throughout the year.

Your generosity supports the small touches that make a big difference - from toys, play equipment and activity supplies to music therapy, art sessions and family support programs that brighten a child’s day.

Together, we can make hospital feel a little more magical this Christmas.