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The Shadow Buddies Foundation

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We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children cope with illnesses.

Hospitalization can be a frightening and lonely experience for a child. Our Shadow Buddies are designed to be a friend "just like me," allowing children to feel like there is a friend who understands his or her condition. Our buddies are soft and comforting, and each buddy is specifically designed to be a teaching tool, too--many of our buddies assist medical professionals in helping children understand their prognosis and treatment.

10/18/2026

✨ Shop for a cause! ✨

Join us for a Kendra Scott Gives Back Event supporting Shadow Buddies Foundation!

📅 November 15th
⏰ 11 AM–1 PM
📍 Kendra Scott | Leawood, KS

Shop your favorite Kendra Scott pieces while a portion of proceeds benefits Shadow Buddies Foundation, helping bring comfort, companionship, and smiles to children facing medical challenges.

Come shop, support, and make a difference!

10/16/2026

✈️✨ TWO MAGICAL FLIGHTS. TWO SPECIAL DAYS. ONE BIG MISSION. ✨🎄

Mark your calendars! 🎅🏼 A truly MAGICAL day is just around the corner, and this year we’re taking flight in TWO cities!

More than 65 terminally ill and medically challenged children will receive a special airline boarding pass with one very important destination: the North Pole! 🎟️🎄

Accompanied by a parent, these special children will board an airplane and be greeted by pilots and flight crews dressed for the occasion, creating a day filled with Christmas magic, joy, and unforgettable memories. ❤️

📍 Tampa, FL | December 5
📍 Kansas City, MO | December 12

✨ Save the dates and get ready for some MAGIC! ✈️🎅🏼

10/13/2026

📰 Shadow Buddies in the News!

We’re honored to be featured in USAE Magazine for the heartwarming story of Margaritaville Beach House Key West celebrating Jimmy Buffett Day by delivering Shadow Buddy dolls to children facing medical challenges in the Lower Keys.

Thank you to the Margaritaville team and Lower Keys Medical Center for helping bring comfort, companionship, and smiles to children when they need it most!

10/10/2026

Join us for a special evening supporting the Shadow Buddies Foundation

Join us at Diamonds Direct on November 7th from 5–7 PM for spirits, hors d’oeuvres, and a chance to win a 0.49-carat diamond bracelet valued at $1,650! 💎

Your support helps Shadow Buddies continue bringing comfort, smiles, and unforgettable experiences to children facing medical challenges. Every bit of support makes a difference.

📍 4500 W 119th St, Leawood, KS
🗓️ November 7th | 5–7 PM

We’d love to see you there!

KC Non-Profit
Shadow Buddies Foundation

10/06/2026

What an incredible night celebrating the children and families at the heart of our mission. We are so grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s Annual Benefit Dinner so special, from our incredible sponsors and generous supporters to everyone who joined us to celebrate.

Your continued support helps us bring smiles, comfort, and unforgettable experiences to children facing medical challenges.

Thank you for making it such a wonderful night for our Buddies! Here’s to 31 years of making a difference and many more to come.

10/04/2026

Celebrating our 2026 Miles Award Winner, Phil McCoy! 💙🏆

Phil is a true Magnificent Individual Lending Extra Smiles, and we are so grateful for the heart, dedication, and support he continues to give to the Shadow Buddies Foundation.

The Miles Award honors someone who goes above and beyond to support our mission, and Phil is a wonderful example of what this award represents.

Congratulations, Phil, and thank you for all the smiles you help create!

10/03/2026

So much to look forward to!

From community events to opportunities to support our buddies, we have a busy season ahead! Check out what’s coming up and mark your calendars. We’d love to see you there! 📅

10/02/2026

October is all about celebrating our incredible Buddies of the Month!

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on three amazing Buddy communities: our Breast Cancer Survivor Buddies, First Responder Buddies, and Ostomy Buddies.

These Buddies represent strength, courage, resilience, and the power of community. We’re honored to celebrate their stories and the incredible individuals who continue to inspire us every day.

Happy October, Buddies!

09/29/2026

GIVE COMFORT THAT LASTS ALL YEAR LONG 💙

When a child is facing a medical diagnosis, treatment, or difficult moment, having a friend by their side can make all the difference.

Shadow Buddies are condition-specific Buddy dolls created to help children feel understood, supported, and a little less alone when they need it most.

Through our Yearlong Sponsorship Program, individuals, families, businesses, and organizations can help place more Buddies into the hands of children who need them.

✨ Your sponsorship can provide comfort, connection, and hope — all year long.

Visit our website to learn more about becoming a Yearlong Sponsor. 💙

09/28/2026

Meet Brave Buddy. 💙

Designed with a little extra weight and a whole lot of heart, Brave Buddy was created to offer comfort during moments when big feelings feel overwhelming.

His gentle weight provides calming sensory input that can feel grounding and reassuring, similar to the comforting pressure of a hug. For some children, holding a weighted Buddy can become a helpful tool for settling their bodies, focusing their attention, and feeling a little more secure during stressful or anxious moments.

Because sometimes, comfort is something you can hold onto. 🫶

Brave Buddy — a comforting companion for big feelings.

Address

14700 W 107th Street # 100
Lenexa, KS
66215

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+19136424646

Website

http://shadowbuddies.org/

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