TidalHealth Foundation Inc.

$1,275 raised from 14 donors

$5,000 goal

Brooke's Toy Closet is a program at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke that provides new toys to children in the Emergency Departments and Pediatric Units, which the children get to keep and take home upon discharge.

The program was named in honor of Brooke Mulford, a young girl who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, an aggressive form of cancer, in 2009 at the tender age of 4 years old. After a valiant battle, she passed away in June 2017. Brooke had a vision to give toys to kids in the hospital to make their time there a little easier, and that vision is what sparked the creation of Brooke's Toy Closet.

On March 29, 2022, Brooke's Toy Closet expanded its reach to include TidalHealth Nanticoke where pediatric patients have the opportunity to choose something from the special cabinet filled with toys, coloring books and lots of other goodies.

This year, The TidalHealth Foundation is participating in Do More Delaware 2025, to raise funds to purchase more toys for the Brooke's Toy Closet at TidalHealth Nanticoke. The goal is to raise funds to continue providing joy and comfort to young patients through the gift of toys. By supporting this cause, donors can help keep Brooke’s legacy alive and bring smiles to the faces of children facing challenging times in the hospital.


County Served: Sussex

Office Location(s): Seaford

Sector: Healthcare