Edmarc Unlike adult hospice, where life-saving treatment ceases and the end is certain, Edmarc offers hope. The minister's name was Edward; the boy's name was Marcus.

Established in 1978, Edmarc was the first hospice in the nation designed specifically for children. Edmarc is the only pediatric hospice organization in Hampton Roads. Edmarc was founded by the members of Suffolk Presbyterian Church in Suffolk, Virginia, along with their minister who was dying of cancer, and a young couple whose only son was dying of a progressive neuromuscular disease. The agency is named in their memory. In 1982, Edmarc Hospice for Children received a $300,000 grant from the Birthday Offering of the Presbyterian Women. This generous community gift funded the development and expansion of our hospice, home health care, and bereavement support services. Edmarc now serves a wide geographic area that includes the Virginia Peninsula and all of southside Hampton Roads.

Santa’s bags are packedThe reindeer have been fedEdmarc kids are getting readyTo see the man in red!🎅🏼
12/11/2025

Santa’s bags are packed
The reindeer have been fed
Edmarc kids are getting ready
To see the man in red!
🎅🏼

12/10/2025

The holiday morale has been up at Edmarc thanks to all of the sponsors and volunteers that have graced our door! Our cups our overflowing with kindness and cheer, and we can’t wait to share the holiday spirit with our families this weekend on our Santa Run!

Just a couple of Santa's helpers writing hopeful holiday cards for families.
12/09/2025

Just a couple of Santa's helpers writing hopeful holiday cards for families.

❄The threat of snow couldn't deter these gift wrapping volunteers! Presents for families have arrived, and Edmarc elves ...
12/09/2025

❄The threat of snow couldn't deter these gift wrapping volunteers! Presents for families have arrived, and Edmarc elves are busy sorting, wrapping, and bagging in preparation for Edmarc's annual Santa Run Gift Delivery! So grateful for the jolly volunteers!

12/08/2025

We’re still amazed at the sheer amount of toys The Real Estate Group and their clients collected for Edmarc!

Thanks so much Olde Towne Family Chiropractic! We look forward to your visit every year. 🥰
12/08/2025

Thanks so much Olde Towne Family Chiropractic! We look forward to your visit every year. 🥰

We are planning to deliver all of these amazing donations to Edmarc this afternoon!
If you have any donations you would like to make, be sure to get them here today!

12/07/2025

We’re only a week into December, but our hearts here at Edmarc are already filled with hope and joy! We’re so grateful to all those who have shown up with food and gifts in hand to make the season bright. Your spirit of generosity is inspiring, and we’re so thankful for this wonderful community.

🎅🏽 Movies with Santa - an annual tradition for Edmarc. The Real Estate Group invited not only their clients but Edmarc f...
12/06/2025

🎅🏽 Movies with Santa - an annual tradition for Edmarc.

The Real Estate Group invited not only their clients but Edmarc families out to enjoy some holiday fun, pictures with Santa, and a movie. On top of that, they managed to collect a literal hallway-full of toys for Edmarc kiddos!

Thanks for already your holiday spirit!

Help support Edmarc families after the holidays are over by restocking our pantry and freezers!Whether you hold a food d...
12/05/2025

Help support Edmarc families after the holidays are over by restocking our pantry and freezers!

Whether you hold a food drive, donate some casseroles, and drop a few canned goods by our office, your donation will mean Edmarc can continue to go above and beyond to care for our families even after the season's festivities have ended.

For more information, contact Addi at cookea@edmarc.org or 757-967-9251.

12/04/2025

You can’t wrap present without some cookies! 🍪

We’re making sure Edmarc’s gift wrapping volunteers will have all the sweet treats next week as they help Santa ready for his delivery. 🎅🏼

Holiday sponsors have started filling Santa’s workshop for our gift wrappers next week!
12/03/2025

Holiday sponsors have started filling Santa’s workshop for our gift wrappers next week!

Edmarc began with people helping people - giving of their time, resources, and most importantly, their heart.This Giving...
12/02/2025

Edmarc began with people helping people - giving of their time, resources, and most importantly, their heart.

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to give with your heart. Whether that is signing up for Edmarc's next volunteer orientation to learn how you can fill in the gaps for families, supporting our clinical programs financially to ensure kids can continue to receive in-home care at no cost, or sharing the mission of Edmarc to grow our family, your gift will be...priceless.

Learn more about Edmarc and the inspiring families we serve by visiting our website at edmarc.org.

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