Founded in 2007 by interior designer Ann Mosley, Rooms from the Heart is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), all volunteer organization that redecorates the bedrooms of children with life-threatening illnesses. Our children are between the ages of 3 and 19, and are chosen without regard to gender, race, religious affiliation, or financial circumstances.
Anyone can make a referral. We work closely with Jay’s Hope Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, the Children’s Hospital, doctors, health care professionals, social workers, friends, and family members. We visit the family in their home, measure the room, and interview the child to learn more about his/her dream room.
Under our guidance, a group of volunteers proceed with planning, shopping, and preparing the work ahead of time (sewing, monogramming, repairing & building furniture). The room makeover is completed in one day while the family enjoys an outing on us. Renovations may include new flooring, cabinet work, painting, lighting, wall murals, new furniture, linens, accessories, toys, and more. The family returns at the end of the day and is welcomed home with dinner on the table and a new room guaranteed to bring a smile back to the face of their child.
It costs between $3,000 – $4,000 to complete a room, but the difference it makes in a child’s life is priceless.