The Sunshine Fund

The Sunshine Fund The Sunshine Fund seeks to provide small moments of “sunshine” and acts of kindness through gifts to various individuals, charities, organizations, etc.

that contribute to, or directly support, families and children experiencing infant/child loss. The Sunshine Fund was created in memory of Noelle Starr Arpin. Noelle was born on September 13, 2015. In her short week here, and since then, both she and her family benefited from many organizations and individuals, through their support, contributions, and need to keep Noelle's memory alive. While Noel

le was in the hospital, her care was provided by top-notch medical providers. Of note, Noelle’s nurses, provided far more to Noelle and her family than they learned in medical school. Because of Noelle’s nurses, she was able to go for a walk outside, dance with her parents in a private space, get a haircut, create beautiful masterpieces of footprints and handprints, read stories, and so much more. Because of this impact, one effort of the Sunshine Fund is to honor and support aspiring pediatric and/or NICU nurses through a scholarship funded in part by the Sunshine Fund. Both Noelle and her Family were also touched by NILMDTS, Molly Bears, Robby’s Rabbits, Anabella’s Angels, Avery's Garden and more. All of these amazing organizations supported Noelle and her family during their most difficult time. The Sunshine Fund commits to making regular contributions to organizations, individuals, etc. that support children and families experiencing loss or illness.

We are currently accepting donations towards our silent auction/raffle for this year's benefit dinner. ALL proceeds from...
05/26/2026

We are currently accepting donations towards our silent auction/raffle for this year's benefit dinner. ALL proceeds from this event go directly to the families we support.

Looking for:
themed raffle baskets
gift cards
experiences
services
overnight stays
and more!

If you have something that you think might make a great raffle prize, please message us.

05/23/2026

This year’s benefit dinner will be on August 1st. Join us for an evening of food, drinks, raffle items, and more as we remember and celebrate alongside loss families. All proceeds from this event are used directly towards our mission of supporting families experiencing infant/child loss or illness. Link in profile for ticket info!

860Gives is going strong! Please share and donate if you’re able! Every little bit counts.
04/01/2026

860Gives is going strong! Please share and donate if you’re able! Every little bit counts.

I’m ready to support The Sunshine Fund Incorporated on March 31, 2026 during 860Gives. Learn more about The Sunshine Fund Incorporated and all the other organizations participating in 860Gives.

It’s the little details. Everlasting Stitch LLC always finds ways to integrate the little things. Thank you to Julian’s ...
03/29/2026

It’s the little details. Everlasting Stitch LLC always finds ways to integrate the little things. Thank you to Julian’s family for trusting us to create something special for you. Keeping him in our thoughts 🤎💜

Made in memory of Julian for his MAMA 😇
PB & J embroidery on the sleeve because that’s what she called Julian and his sibling 🤎💜

🗓️Mark your calendars!! The Sunshine Fund is gearing up to participate in 860Gives, a 48 hour giving event hosted by Uni...
03/27/2026

🗓️Mark your calendars!!

The Sunshine Fund is gearing up to participate in 860Gives, a 48 hour giving event hosted by United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut to support nonprofits making a difference in central and northeastern CT 🌻

Here’s what you need to know :
kicks off on March 31st at 6 am, running through April 2nd at 6 am

Supporters can donate directly to The Sunshine Fund’s 860Gives campaign page, donate to one of the many teams raising funds on behalf of The Sunshine Fund…or create a new team to invite more friends, neighbors, and colleagues to join the movement!

🌟 The funds raised will be used to continue fulfilling sunshine kits for NICU families experiencing a loss, and keepsakes for loss families across the country.

Your generosity and support makes a tangible difference in our ongoing mission of supporting families experiencing child loss. No gift is “too small”…it all adds up 💛

➡️ Save the date & join the movement!
Your support during brings a moment of light to families during some of their hardest times.

I’m ready to support The Sunshine Fund Incorporated on March 31, 2026 during 860Gives. Learn more about The Sunshine Fund Incorporated and all the other organizations participating in 860Gives.

03/23/2026

Infant and child loss can feel really lonely. While I’m the mom in this, I’ve walked alongside my husband and his journey through grief. We both experienced the loss of our daughter, but how we’ve navigated that loss has been profoundly different. It’s not lost on me that while I’ve often felt alone, that loneliness must be tenfold for him. I hope all of the loss dads out there know that we see them too. They’re not alone in their grief journey.

Sending Isaiah’s dad the most love and keeping him in our thoughts. 🤍

It’s   and we are shining light for our little loves.  Bring light to families during some of their darkest days. Your g...
12/02/2025

It’s and we are shining light for our little loves.

Bring light to families during some of their darkest days. Your gift provides sunshine kits to families experiencing loss in a hospital setting. These kits give the ultimate gift of memory making. From fingerprint charms to hand and footprint molds, baby books, and more. Families are able to use the contents to squeeze in as many memories as they’re able with their little loves.

Loss happens outside of the NICU too. That’s why we also provide memory keepsakes by and to families across the country who have experienced infant or child loss.

Above all else, our mission is to support all families experiencing infant or child loss by remembering and honoring their babies alongside them. Each day we honor and celebrate our Noelle Starr.

Who are you remembering today? Please share their name in the comments. 💛🌻

Giving Tuesday: Shine Light
12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday: Shine Light

Every day, families in the NICU face the unimaginable---uncertainty, fear, and sometimes loss. At The Sunshine Fund, we walk beside them. Our Sunshine Kits remind families that even in the darkest hours, they are not alone. This Giving Tuesday, help us celebrate the little loves in our lives who lea...

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Coventry, CT
06238

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