Put Open Heart Magic in your hospital. Launching our program is easy, but the impact it has on patients is profound.

Hospital Magicians

Our recruitment process typically occurs once per year and involves an intense screening process due to the sensitive nature of working with kids and their families during this very stressful time of hospital stay and serious illness. We receive applications year round for new Open Heart Magic Magicians which allows us to put the best, most committed volunteers in front of these important kids and their families.  Please check the latest listings and locations at volunteermatch.org and follow the steps noted to be considered.  We look forward to speaking with you.  In some but not all cases, people have waited 6 months to a year to be considered. If nothing is listed, then we are not currently recruiting new volunteers.  To be alerted when recruitment starts, please enter your email address to join our mailing list in the red area along the left hand side.  Thanks for your interest in helping hospitalized children.

Open Heart Magic Fund Raising & Events Committee

Our growth has been supported by strong partnerships established by a dedicated team of individuals who have spread the word, and used their networks to bring help expand Bedside Magic to more children.

  • If you would like to help Open Heart Magic raise funds, solicit items for silent auctions, establish business sponsorships, please contact Alyson Stevens at 312.244.3773.
  • If you or your organization would like to host a special event with proceeds going to Open Heart Magic, then please contact Michael Walton at 312.244.3773

    • Board of Directors

    For inquiries about serving the cause of hospitalized children and being part of Open Heart Magic leadership on the Board of Directors, please contact Michael Walton for details regarding requirements and our annual nomination process at 312.244.3773.

    Miles for Magic Running Team

    Whether you’re a marathon veteran or just a running novice looking for a new challenge, lace up your shoes and join the “OHM Miles for Magic” Running Team. Funds raised will support Open Heart Magic and provide personalized services for your running efforts.

    Partnerships are being established now to provide a great network for runners and create a magical racing experience for you — like the magic that our volunteers provide to kids in hospitals all over the Chicagoland area. Go to our charity running program website milesformagic.org directly if you’re interested or join or Facebook Group “OHM Miles for Magic” to get up-to-date information.