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About us

Our Mission.
Our Impact.

Think Happy NY supports children and families facing loss, hardship, and life’s toughest moments with thoughtful programs that bring smiles, comfort, and hope.

Three children smiling together outdoors in Think Happy shirts

Our Story

The idea of Think Happy started with a little girl who lost her Mom to breast cancer. Her passing was devastating especially to this little girl.

Her Mom’s wish was to get to a Disney World hotel on the monorail line before she passed… unfortunately this did not come true.

This little girls birthday was coming up 5 months after her Mom’s passing. We needed to make her Mom’s wish come true and make it the most special birthday to try to bring the little girls smile back… even if it was just for a few moments. We helped orchestrate a trip to Disney World…

Words can’t even begin to describe the smile that never left this little girls face at Disney World!

Hence we decided to reach as many people as we can who are suffering and grieving from the loss of a loved one through the Hospice Care Network Bereavement Program. Let’s not forget these people and make dreams come true!

1 in 5 children experience the loss of a loved one before the age of 18. These children deserve to feel remembered and valued.

Think Happy lion mascot in a Welcome Box

Our Values

Compassion

We lead with kindness and empathy in everything we do.

Inclusion

We welcome every child and family with dignity and respect.

Hope

We provide light in dark times and believe in brighter tomorrows.

Community

We’re stronger together and build lasting connections.

Impact at a Glance

March 2019Founded in Think Happy NY began serving children and families.
1,500 childrenHelped over on their first birthday or holiday without a loved one
2,000Supported by individual and corporate donors
100s of milesSanta and Mrs. Claus traveled on Long Island to spread holiday cheer
In 2025, we introduced Welcome Boxes — a new initiative designed to support children as they enter the Bereavement Program for the first time. Each box offers comfort, reassurance, and a gentle reminder that they are not alone.

Our Journey

Milestones that keep us moving forward.

2019Founded in March
1,500Children helped
2,000Donors
100sMiles of holiday cheer
2025Welcome Boxes launched

And we’re just getting started.

With your help, we’ll bring comfort and hope to more families.

Meet Our Leadership

Passionate leaders dedicated to creating happier tomorrows.

Contact the team
Karyn, Founder

Karyn

Founder

Alyson, Founder

Alyson

Founder

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A child whose family shared feedback

What Families Are Saying

The box my daughter received brought so much joy during a very hard time.
Tasha, Mom of Ava

Our Partners

We work alongside organizations committed to children and families.

Northwell HealthNewYork-PresbyterianThe Children’s RoomBoys & Girls Clubs