Tender Hearts

Tender Hearts Tender Hearts was formed as a way to help children and their families receive better medical care and improve their quality of life.

Tender Hearts, founded by Ms. Debria Doherty of Doherty & Associates, was formed as a way to help children and their families receive better medical care, and improve their quality of life. The organization’s mission is to donate to different organizations that support children with diverse needs in order to create a better quality of life.

“Helping to keep families together, especially when chi

ldren are hospitalized, has always been a top priority in my personal life,” says Doherty. “As I’ve learned through my own experience with the hospitalization of close family members and as myself as a child, these types of events can be devastating for families and the wellness of the child.” “Having family by their side increases the well-being and welfare of the child and enables faster recovery”. Over the last 14 years, Doherty & Associates has given back by supporting children’s charitable organizations. Most recently, in 2014, Doherty & Associates was a proud sponsor of the March of Dimes Dancing for Babies program; furthermore, in 2013, the company raised $35,600 in donations, which went to help provide affordable lodging at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware.

💙 A Little Extra Sunshine for Darron! ☀️Because of the kindness and generosity of our incredible supporters, another chi...
08/23/2026

💙 A Little Extra Sunshine for Darron! ☀️

Because of the kindness and generosity of our incredible supporters, another child received a little extra sunshine today! ❤️

We are grateful for the opportunity to support Darron and his family and bring a little more joy into their lives. Every donation, volunteer hour, and act of kindness helps Tender Hearts continue creating special moments like this for the children we serve.

Darron’s smile is a wonderful reminder that when our community comes together, we can make a meaningful difference. 💙

Please join us in welcoming Darron to the Tender Hearts family! We’re so happy to be a part of his journey.

08/21/2026
💜🏃‍♀️ Every Child Deserves the Chance to Thrive. 🏃‍♂️💜This October, join us for the Tender Hearts 5K Run for Kourtney an...
08/21/2026

💜🏃‍♀️ Every Child Deserves the Chance to Thrive. 🏃‍♂️💜

This October, join us for the Tender Hearts 5K Run for Kourtney and Others and help make a life-changing difference for medically fragile children across Delaware.

Children like Kourtney inspire us every day with their strength, courage, and determination. Yet many families face overwhelming costs for essential equipment and modifications that insurance simply doesn’t cover—from adaptive bikes and wheelchair ramps to vehicle modifications and other critical supports that provide greater independence and quality of life.

When you register, donate, or share this event, you’re doing more than supporting a race—you’re helping children gain access to the tools, opportunities, and resources they need to live fuller, more independent lives.

📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
📍 Glasgow Park, Newark, DE
⏰ 9:00 AM

Bring your family and friends for a day filled with:
✨ 5K Run/Walk
✨ Face Painting
✨ Food Trucks
✨ Family Fun Activities
✨ Medals & Awards

❤️ Your steps can help change a child’s life.

REGISTER TODAY and be part of a community that believes every child deserves hope, opportunity, and the chance to reach their fullest potential.

Together, we can provide mobility, independence, and brighter futures for children who need us most.

❤️ Creating, Connecting & Making Memories! ❤️Tender Hearts had such a wonderful time at our Caregivers Craft Event at Ne...
08/20/2026

❤️ Creating, Connecting & Making Memories! ❤️

Tender Hearts had such a wonderful time at our Caregivers Craft Event at Nemours Children’s Hospital! 🎨🌸

It was a beautiful opportunity for children and their caregivers to take a break, get creative, share some laughs, and enjoy a special moment together. Seeing the smiles on everyone’s faces is a wonderful reminder of why moments like these are so important.

Caregivers give so much of themselves every single day, and we were honored to provide an afternoon filled with creativity, connection, encouragement, and a little extra joy. 💙

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible and to all of the amazing children and caregivers who joined us. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!

These are the moments that make Tender Hearts so special. ❤️

❤️ Welcome to the Tender Hearts Family, Samuel! ❤️Today was a very special day for Tender Hearts! We had the honor of pr...
08/19/2026

❤️ Welcome to the Tender Hearts Family, Samuel! ❤️

Today was a very special day for Tender Hearts! We had the honor of presenting Samuel with his very own adaptive bike. 🚲❤️

After receiving the bike, Samuel’s family shared this beautiful message with us

❤️ A Message from Samuel’s Family:

“Good evening to the entire Tender Hearts team who came out to see us. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the tricycle you donated to my son, Samuel.

I see it as more than just a tricycle; it represents hope that he can walk and strengthen his muscles every day by using it.

Thank you so much; my family and I are deeply grateful that we’ve secured another resource to give Samy the chance to walk.

Thank you for treating all medically fragile children with such care and for giving them hope that goals can be reached through wonderful resources like this adaptive tricycle—and the hope that they can walk.

Thank you, thank you... from the bottom of my heart.”

Seeing moments like this is exactly why we do what we do. We are so happy to welcome Samuel and his family into the Tender Hearts family, and we hope his new bike brings him countless smiles, adventures, and wonderful memories! ☀️

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supports Tender Hearts and helps make moments like this possible. Together, we can continue improving the quality of life for the incredible children we serve, one child, one smile, and one special moment at a time. ❤️

Welcome to the family, Samuel! 💙🚲

There is something incredibly special about seeing people right here in Delaware come together to help children and fami...
08/18/2026

There is something incredibly special about seeing people right here in Delaware come together to help children and families in their own community.

When you support Tender Hearts, you’re helping a local organization continue reaching families who may need assistance, resources, encouragement, or simply someone willing to say, “We’re here to help.”

From our volunteers and donors to our sponsors and everyone who shares our mission with others, each person becomes part of the Tender Hearts story. ❤️

We’re proud to serve our Delaware community, and we’re even more grateful to have a community that continues showing up for our children.

Delaware helping Delaware, that’s what community is all about.

https://www.tenderheartsde.org/donate/

08/17/2026
Every smile we see reminds us why Tender Hearts exists. ❤️For a child facing medical challenges, something that may seem...
08/16/2026

Every smile we see reminds us why Tender Hearts exists. ❤️

For a child facing medical challenges, something that may seem small to us can become a moment of happiness, comfort, and hope during a difficult time.

Our goal is to help children experience a better quality of life while also supporting the families who are beside them every step of the way. Whether we are helping with an important need, providing resources, or simply creating a special moment, every child we reach holds a special place in the Tender Hearts family. ☺️

Thank you to our donors, volunteers, sponsors, and community for helping us continue spreading smiles throughout Delaware. Together, we are making a difference, one child and one smile at a time. 💙

https://www.tenderheartsde.org/donate/

💙 Moments like this are what Tender Hearts is all about! 💙Seeing Gabriella’s smile is a beautiful reminder of why our mi...
08/15/2026

💙 Moments like this are what Tender Hearts is all about! 💙

Seeing Gabriella’s smile is a beautiful reminder of why our mission means so much to us. ❤️

We are grateful for the opportunity to support Gabriella and her family and help create moments filled with joy, comfort, and happiness. Helping children experience a better quality of life and make special memories is truly one of our greatest rewards.

Please join us in welcoming Gabriella to the Tender Hearts family! We’re honored to be a part of her journey. 💕

08/15/2026

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PO Box 56, 651 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707-0056
Wilmington, DE
19808

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+13022341017

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