12/22/2025
❄️🎄🏥12 Days of Advocate Children’s Hospital🏥❄️🎄
On the twelfth day of Advocate Children’s, we’re celebrating Miracles for Mya!
This year, we proudly celebrated our 9th year partnering with Miracles for Mya. This was their largest ever, collecting over $60,000 worth of toys to bring comfort and joy to the children and families we serve at Advocate Children’s.
Miracles for Mya was created in loving memory of Mya Tinajero, who received care here at Advocate Children’s throughout her courageous more-than six‑year battle with stage IV Neuroblastoma. Mya gained her wings in March 2017, but in her 10 inspiring years, she became known for her smile, kindness, generosity, and unshakable bravery. At just six years old, Mya chose to donate her birthday presents to “her hospital”, a heartfelt act that sparked a movement of giving that continues today.
Her legacy lives on through the foundation’s mission: To honor Mya by supporting families in our community affected by pediatric cancer. Having walked this journey themselves, Mya’s parents created the foundation to provide empathy, support, and financial relief to families who need it most impacting dozens of lives over the past several years.
This year’s record-breaking toy drive reflects the power of Mya’s spirit and the strength of our nine-year partnership. We are deeply grateful for Miracles for Mya, for their volunteers, and for every community member who donated with love.
To make a difference in the life of our patients, make a gift today: https://bit.ly/3MnA1Uh
We hope you enjoyed this year's 12 Days of Advocate Children's! Whether it's this holiday season or any time of the year, we are deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our generous donors and community. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright New Year!
