Transparency
As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, we are committed to being transparent with our donors and supporters in regards to our mission and organizational operation. Please learn more about Bricks of Hope below and be encouraged to come visit us!
100% Volunteer-Run
Bricks of Hope is a 100% volunteer-run non-profit organization. We do not have any paid staff and rely on the effort, energy, and kindness from many volunteers - individuals, families, groups, and more!
Delivering in IL + MI
Founded in the greater Chicago area, we currently reach children's hospitals in Chicago, its surrounding suburbs, Rockford, Springfield, Peoria, and have expanded our operation into Ann Arbor and Detroit.
775 Square Feet
Since launching in December of 2021, our mission has grown from an in-home operation to now operating out of a small, 775 square foot office unit that provides us the space to store, pack, and fully execute our purpose.
501c3 Nonprofit
Bricks of Hope is a 501c3 registered non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. You can check our charitable corporation status with the Illinois Secretary of State here.
Year-Round Impact
At our core, we know that treatment isn't seasonal . . . so we can't be either. This mission was founded over 3 years ago and has made at least one delivery in every single month since - ensuring sick kids have play always.
Fiscal Year 990
We are committed to making our filed tax forms easily accessible to our donors and supporters. Please be encouraged to access our filed forms:
We have open office hours!
Want to learn more about our mission and see our operation up close? Email Adam Petraglia at bricksofhopeusa@gmail.com to visit during our open office hours.