Cardz For Kidz Week 2025
August 3-9, 2025
Why We're Celebrating
For years, our founder, Ike, volunteered at a pediatric hospital—bringing encouragement to patients he'd never met.
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Then, on August 5, 2005, everything changed. After a year of seizures, he became a patient himself and underwent brain surgery.
That moment didn't start our mission, but it deepened it.
It's why we care so much about personal connection. Every card is hand-delivered—so that patients and families feel truly seen.
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This year marks 20 years since that pivotal moment. We're celebrating the best way we know how: by lifting spirits, building community, and remembering why this work matters.
Cards For Kidz Week Schedule
Five ways to celebrate, give back and get inspired wherever you are.
August 3-9
šļøShop for Good with Kendra Scott
All week at kendrascott.com
Support Cardz For Kidz while you shop! From August 3–9, use our special promo code at checkout, and 20% of your purchase will be donated to support our mission.
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Sunday, August 3
š¦Card Processing Event
šLogan Square Chicago Public Library
We’re starting the week behind the scenes—counting, sorting, and packing thousands of handmade cards for delivery worldwide. Join us and help keep the joy moving.
Tuesday, August 5
āš»Virtual Celebration
6:00 - 7:30 PM CST | Zoom
Tune in for a virtual celebration with scholarship announcements, stories from student leaders, and reflections from Ike himself. We'll close with a live cardmaking session—supplies welcome but not required.
Friday, August 8
š½ļøDine & Donate at Russell's BBQ
šRussell's Barbecue, Elmwood Park | 5 -11 PM
Mention Cardz For Kidz when you order, and 10% of your meal will support our programs. It’s a simple way to give back, especially for those who can’t make it to the city.
Saturday, August 9
šCardz For Kidz Day Mixer
šLogan 11, Logan Square | 11 AM -2 PM
šļø $5 per person (includes one raffle ticket)
We’re ending the week with an in-person celebration, raffles, light bites, specialty drinks, and a joyful crowd to wrap up CFK Week in style.
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What to Expect:
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šCardmaking Stations
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šļø Raffle Giveaways (first ticket included)
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š“ Light Bites + Drinks
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š«±š½š«²šæ Community Fun + Celebration of Impact
