Elliott Hole, a four-year-old undergoing leukemia treatment, delivered more than 400 gift bags to children’s hospitals this holiday season, brightening the lives of kids unable to leave their hospital rooms.
Harley, his mother, organized the effort through an Amazon Wishlist, gathering donations from their community. Items such as toys, advent calendars, and games poured in, surpassing their expectations. “It was amazing to see how much support we received,” Harley said.
GIVING BACK: 7-year-old Auden Nichols, a leukemia survivor, bought Christmas gifts for patients at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. https://t.co/6O9SuoPyG3 pic.twitter.com/o8A3NZjfIt
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The family delivered the gifts to three local hospitals: Royal Marsden, Kings College, and Princess Royal University Hospital. “The kids were so excited, and the nurses were overwhelmed by how much we brought,” Harley shared.
Little boy with Leukemia returns to hospital to deliver 400 Christmas gifts to kids still there for the holidays. #KindnessMakesADifference❤️ https://t.co/5hsCbiyU02
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Elliott, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in January 2022, has been resilient throughout his three-year treatment plan. His mother describes him as “strong and determined,” a trait that inspired their mission.
Reflecting on their experience, Harley said, “During the hardest days, knowing someone cared would have meant everything to us. We wanted to give that to other families.” As Elliott approaches the end of his treatment, Harley hopes to continue this tradition, ensuring hospitalized children feel the warmth of the season.
