Anna’s Pals
Gingerbread House Kit Drive

Sweet & Festive Fun
November 1 - December 10 Annually

Bringing Holiday Joy to Hospitalized Children

Every November and December, Anna's Pals collects new, unopened gingerbread house kits to deliver to area children's hospitals. These kits provide a bedside distraction and a bit of festive fun for pediatric patients hospitalized over the holiday season.

For children spending the holidays in the hospital, a simple gingerbread house kit can bring a moment of normalcy, creativity, and joy during an otherwise difficult time. Building a gingerbread house becomes a cherished activity that children can do with siblings, parents, or hospital staff—creating memories even in the midst of treatment.

Drive Details

When: November 1 - December 10 (annually)
What to Donate: New, unopened gingerbread house kits
Where: Multiple Boston drop-off locations

Drop-Off Locations

We make it easy to donate! Drop off your gingerbread house kits at any of these convenient Boston locations:

53 Addington Road, West Roxbury
Beethoven School
Ohrenberger School
Corrib Pub
Parkway Realty
Pretty Moon Mercantile

Why Gingerbread Houses?

Hospital stays during the holidays are especially challenging for children and their families. The gingerbread house kit drive addresses this by:

Providing a creative outlet during long hospital days
Creating joyful memories even during difficult circumstances
Bringing holiday spirit to children who can't be home for the season
Offering a bonding activity for families in the hospital

Our Impact

Since we began this program, Anna's Pals has donated hundreds of gingerbread house kits to area children's hospitals, bringing smiles and holiday cheer to countless pediatric patients.

How You Can Help

Donate Kits
Purchase new, unopened gingerbread house kits and drop them off at any of our collection locations between November 1 and December 10.

Host a Collection Drive
Organize a gingerbread house kit collection at your workplace, school, or community organization. Contact us to become an official collection site.

Spread the Word
Share information about the drive on social media, with friends, and in your community. Follow @annaspals for updates and collection reminders.

In Anna's Spirit

Anna had a heart for others. When given the opportunity to participate in Make-A-Wish, she politely declined, saying the opportunity should go to another child in need. This gingerbread house kit drive honors Anna's generous spirit by bringing joy to children facing their own difficult journeys.