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Photograph of Today is a Gift...have fun! Leather Wristband
Today is a Gift...have fun! Wristband
Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition. Used with Permission.

Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition Bracelet Fundraiser

Guide Rating - rating
Rating: 5 out of 5 for concept, 4 out of 5 due to sizing, averaging to 4.5 out of 5.

Available sizes are Small/Medium (7 inches) and Large (8.25 inches). Sizes are not available to give as a gift to younger children or to larger adults.

If you are looking for a unique gift that also supports a good cause, consider one of the Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition's Bracelets, known to be worn by Johnny Depp and other celebrities (see list below).

100% of the proceeds go directly to Children's Hospice. Buying a bracelet makes an immediate and tangible difference in the lives of children in hospice.

Bracelet and Wristband Campaign - Raising Awareness About Children's Hospice

According to Melissa Gilbert, President of the Board of Directors for Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition:
    This bracelet campaign is not only a great way to raise awareness and improve the children's quality of life and care, but it is also a visible way of letting the families know we care. By purchasing and wearing Dustin's bracelet and Alexis' bracelet, you will be making more than just a fashion statement. You will be standing up for every child's right to live with peace, dignity and love.
CHPCC President Melissa Gilbert has been spreading the word and getting the Children's hospice bracelets on the wrists of her celebrity friends. In addition to Johnny Depp other actors have been see with the Children's Hospice Bracelet/Wristband include Jeremy Piven, Sarah Gilbert, Julia Roberts, Bruce Willis, Keifer Sutherland, Tom Cruise, Mandy Moore and Tom Bergeron.

Each bracelet/wristband comes with a card that describes the message and meaning inscribed on these unique sterling silver gifts. By giving this present to yourself or a loved one, you are donating to a worthy cause and giving a message of love, hope and healing.

Dustin's Bracelet or Wristband - Today is a gift...have fun!

Photograph of Today is a Gift...have fun! Silver Bracelet
Today is a Gift...have fun! Bracelet
Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition. Used with Permission.
Dustin's Bracelet, in leather is the most popular bracelet/wrist band. It was designed by Jennifer Scarbrough of Zia Jewelry in memory of Dustin Meraz, who died in 2003 after battling cancer (neuroblastoma).

Dustin wanted to be an actor and was thrilled when he received his screen actors' guild card from Melissa Gilbert. Johnny Depp wears the double braided leather wrist band in memory of Dustin and has stated that he is "honored to be associated with brave little Dustin and his profound message...today is gift...have fun."

The message on the Dustin Bracelet/Wristband is a good reminder to all of us:

    Today is a gift...have fun!

Two Versions of Dustin's Bracelet/Wrist Band

The bracelet/wristband is priced $45.00, excluding shipping and tax.

    Leather
    The leather bracelet feature a stylish double braided leather wristband with a sterling silver plated tab engraved with Dustin's message that "Today is a Gift."

    Available in sizes Small-Medium (7 inch) and Large (8.25 inch).

    Silver
    The silver "Today is a Gift" bracelets feature a substantial sterling silver chain with a sterling silver tab engraved with Dustin's message that "Today is a Gift."

    Available only in size Small-Medium only (7-inch).

(I own one of the Silver versions.)

Read More About Dustin's Story

Alexis' Bracelet or Wristband - Only Love

The "only love" bracelets were created by Jennifer Scarbrough of Zia Jewelry in memory of Alexis Claire D'Arrigo-Martin and the thousands of other children whose legacies remind us of the power of love.

Little Alexis Claire lived for six and a half weeks in 2003 before dying suddenly and unexpectedly from SIDS or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

The priest who visited after Alexis died had the following words for her parents when asked why Alexis died:

    I can't tell you why, but I can tell you this. Just like an actor on stage, every child has their moment. It might be one day, six days, five months, but the role that they play, for however long that they're with us, is important. Alexis did her good work and now she's directing the play from above. Her role is still going on.

The "only love" bracelet is worn by Mandy Moore and other celebrities in honor of the Alexis and all of the children served by Children's Hospice Coalition.

Alexis bracelet is a reminder that the length of a life does not reflect the depth of the love shared between a parent and a child. From day one children give and receive love with grace. This power of love continues even after death.

More about Alexis' Bracelet or Wristband
This leather bracelet features a stylish double braided leather wristband with a sterling silver plated tab engraved with the simple reminder "only love." (See image below)

Available in sizes Small-Medium (7 inch) and Large (8.25 inch).

Read More About Alexis Claire's Story

Ordering Information

Photograph of Only Love - Bracelet and Wristband
Only Love - Alexis' Wristband
Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition. Used with Permission.
The bracelets or wristbands can be ordered directly from the Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition website.

The Give that Gives Twice
By giving this present to yourself or a loved one, you donate to a worthy cause and give a message of love, hope and healing. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Children's Hospice.

Each bracelet/wristband comes with a card that describes the message and meaning inscribed on these unique sterling silver gifts.

Price
Price of each bracelet is $45.00. This price does not include shipping or Tax required for California orders.

Bracelets By Zia Jewelry

Jennifer Scarbrough created and produced these original sterling sliver and leather ID bracelets for the Children's Hospice. Due to the generosity of Zia Designs, 100% of the proceeds go directly to benefit children and the families of children with life-threatening conditions.

About Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition

The Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition places the priority on the needs of the entire family when a child is diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. Children's Hospice works with hospitals, hospices and community organizations to improve the well-being of the child by promoting compassionate, family-centered care from the time of diagnosis and throughout the course of treatment. Their mission is to ensure that children with life-threatening conditions can live well and die gently.

Images. Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition. Used with Permission.

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